by Rikki Almanza | Aug 21, 2023
A gathering occurred at Liberty Station a week ago, where many eras of Veterans were recognized by Honor Flight San Diego, a non-profit organization that arranges trips to Washington, D.C., for San Diego County Veterans. Over 225 local Veterans attended, marking the...
by Christian Southards | Aug 10, 2023
Good morning, Christian I am a member of Post 0291 Newport. I want to ask you a question on the criteria of a Purple Heart. Today if a Soldier gets hurt by an IED he is awarded a Purple Heart; yet I was blown out of my truck in Vietnam after hitting a land mine and...
by Christian Southards | Aug 7, 2023
962,403 — 137,023 — 200,740 — 615 — 36,412 — 22,499: the estimated number of fallen and wounded Service Members in each major U.S. conflict since World War II to have been awarded at least one Purple Heart, based on casualty research conducted by both the...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 19, 2023
The United States is witnessing a significant increase in the number of elderly military Veterans. As the Veteran population ages, it becomes essential to address their needs and ensure they receive the care and support they deserve. The demographics of the...
by Christian Southards | Jul 3, 2023
Happy (early) Independence Day! Our first California Veterans news roundup covers a plethora of VA updates, plus a few developments regarding Veterans homelessness throughout California and the United States. Readers are encouraged to send Veterans-related...
by Christian Southards | Jun 26, 2023
Our final California Veterans news roundup for June 2023 includes the establishment of a new VA agency, an update on a VA medical marijuana bill, and more. Readers are encouraged to send Veterans-related stories to...
