History

For African American History month, we look at the history of their fight for America's freedom. The VA presents a video tribute to their legacy.

A reflection on the 20th anniversary of the beginning of Operation Desert Storm, and the VA's commitment to care for Gulf War Vets.

In the midst of Black History Month a Veteran takes a look at the National Cemetery Administration and their role in preserving history.

Colonel, US Air Force (Ret.); Vietnam Veteran

The sad fact is that the United States of America did not take care of a faithful and brave ally. We betrayed the Hmong.

A soldier's story. Your personal enemies in the mirror are more fearsome than any soldier or terrorist in the world. Remember who you are.

The transition from Operation Desert Shield to Operation Desert Storm is a small one, but it’s important to the troops who served there.

Major Richard ‘Dick’ Winters passed away at age 92. He was the XO for Easy Company, 506th Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division in German held Normandy.

On the 66th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, we remember the single deadliest battle Americans fought in WWII.

A poem about the horrors of war and its impact on daily life; inspired by a Vietnam Veteran's story and injuries.

Marking the anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, the Department of Veterans Affairs looks back at the events that lead the US to enter WWII.

A Pearl Harbor survivor and his son attend a Veterans Day program as a representative of the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association to keep the history alive.

National Geographic debuts their documentary Restrepo, featuring a platoon during its tour in Afghanistan and Medal of Honor recipient Staff Sergeant Giunta.