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Virginia War Memorials marks milestones for Shrine of Memory, Might Pen Project

In case you missed it, NBC’s Channel 12 About Town featured the Virginia War Memorial and our Foundation program, the Mighty Pen Project in an article over the weekend: https://www.nbc12.com/2021/02/27/virginia-war-memorials-marks-milestones-shrine-memory-might-pen-project/ By Hannah Eason | February 27, 2021 at 5:08 PM EST RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) – March 1 marks two important milestones for the Virginia …

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Why I joined the Memorial Guard

As a working parent, I am constantly juggling a lot of priorities, especially when fitting things into my budget. Supporting the Virginia War Memorial Foundation by joining the Memorial Guard and being a monthly donor was a no-brainer for me. It is easier for me to find a small amount …

Holidays

National Salute to Veteran Patients Week

This week, February 14 – 20, is National Salute to Veteran Patients Week. During this week, all are invited to say thank you to the more than 9 million U.S. veteran patients who are cared for primarily through the Department of Veterans Affairs. The staff and Board of the Virginia …

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Where is Tommie Cole–the medic and Richmonder once featured on the cover of Life magazine?

This article by Bill Lohmann was originally featured in the Richmond Times-Dispatch and the Roanoke Times on Sunday, January 31, 2021. To register for this Livestream program, on February 11th, CLICK HERE. A few years ago, Clay Mountcastle’s father, Jack, a Vietnam veteran, showed him a copy of a 1966 …

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Veterans Day 2020 Video & Remarks

Thank you to all who helped produce our 2020 Veterans Day Ceremony. Below is an excerpt from Executive Director Dr. Clay Mountcastle’s opening remarks during the Virginia War Memorial’s Veterans Day Ceremony, as well as the broadcast of the full ceremony. The year 2020 and a global pandemic continue to …

Hero Highlight, Korean War

Hero Highlight: George Washington Jackson, Jr.

They Gave All TGA 5K presented by Loyalty Automotive Countdown to Veterans Day is sponsored by Woody Funeral Home & Nelsen Funeral Home As we “run apart to honor together,” we are highlighting heroes from across the Commonwealth who have bravely served. The Forgotten War. The Unknown War. Whatever the …

Hero Highlight, Vietnam War

Hero Highlight: Alan Brent Boffman

GWOT, Hero Highlight

Hero Highlight: Andy Dee Anderson

Hero Highlight, WWII

Hero Highlight: James “Jimmy” Guthrie

They Gave All TGA 5K presented by Loyalty Automotive Countdown to Veterans Day is sponsored by Woody Funeral Home & Nelsen Funeral Home As we “run apart to honor together,” we are highlighting heroes from across the Commonwealth who have bravely served. Virginians have always been proud of their heritage. …

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Dwight Eisenhower: American Patriot

by Aaron Rodriguez, Virginia War Memorial Education Intern, Fall 2020. The analysis of President Dwight Eisenhower’s military expertise and political accomplishments reaffirms his status as one of America’s most patriotic presidents. From an early age, Eisenhower demonstrated a keen interest in military service, honing his mental and physical abilities in …

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