He is the world’s foremost authority on America’s conflicts from our individual soldiers’ points of view.
Aron and Joan Gaudet
Meet the director and star of “The Way We Get By,” one of the most poignant documentaries to tackle the far-reaching impacts of war.
Brave Warrior: WWI Veteran’s Story
Fred Fruehan did not hesitate to enlist in WWI, although he would rather have stayed in Pennsylvania and married his sweetheart, Caroline. But as Fred told us, all involved felt that duty to his country came first.
Forgotten Hero of the Korean War
Today, the Korean conflict is considered the “forgotten war.” It began just five years after the end of World War II and has been overshadowed by the Vietnam War. One of many forgotten heroes was Phillip Kulbes, who received a Silver Star for his bravery.
25 Years Later: An Aviation Legend Remembers
In 1984, at the age of 56, fighter pilot, daredevil and American aviation hero Joe Kittinger completed the first solo trans-Atlantic balloon flight from Maine to Italy. 25 years later, he shares his story with Growing Bolder. Here’s a sneak peek.
Dr. John Linnear
The man who pioneered bariatric surgery may have made a much bigger impact on the world in his youth – he was part of the D-Day invasion.
Franklin Hooper
At 89, he’s witnessed some of the biggest moments in history, and now he’s using his life experiences to create a world of political satire.
A Day to Remember…
Many of us have been touched by the war in the Gulf. Imagine how many more were affected by WWII. Veterans of that war are dying off at a rate of 1,100 a day. Take a moment to watch one vet tell his story.
Joe Kittinger
Decorated combat pilot Joe Kittinger has been pushing the envelope since he jumped out of a high-altitude balloon just past the edge of space. At age 80, he’s still flying high and telling remarkable stories about his legendary life.
Col. Ronald Gallimore
At 59, he’s the oldest jump master on active duty in Iraq. Col. Gallimore calls direct from one of Saddam’s old palaces in Baghdad where he’s an incredible inspiration to soldiers half his age.
