PFC John Squires; May 23, 1944, Near Cisterna, ItaIy. I was a PFC, or Private First Class in Company A, Second Platoon, First Battalion, Thirtieth Infantry Regiment, Third Infantry Division. At eighteen, I held the responsibility of platoon messenger. Lieutenant...
Create a world-class museum to preserve and interpret weapons, uniforms and artifacts for the inspiration, remembrance and preservation of veterans, especially Alaska veterans. • Educate the public on Service men and women’s operations, sacrifices and stories....
War Comes Young men answer the call. Mothers fret and wring their hands. Fathers shed the first tears in years Young men are proud to serve Battles will be fought. Young men will die. Mothers will cry. Fathers proclaim the honor of their son. Flags will...
PFC John Squires May 23, 1944 Near Cisterna, Italy The cries of the dying. That’s what stands out most for me. Funny thing though, when a soldier takes a bad hit, he doesn’t call out for his girlfriend, or his wife, or even God. He always calls out for his momma. I...
The Alaska Anchorage VA Walk-in Flu Vaccine Clinic (1201 North Muldoon Rd) will be open for all Veterans at the Anchorage VA from 18 Sep through 22 Nov 2024: Mon-Fri 0800 – 3p with an Early Morning Clinic 0700 – 0800 on Tuesdays and a late Afternoon Clinic...
Join The Eyes of Freedom on their Honor Escorts across Anchorage, hometown of fallen hero LCpl. Grant Fraser. The Eyes of Freedom functions as a traveling memorial across the United States, dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of all who answer our...