After her parents died, Joanie Schirm made the discovery of a lifetime about their historic and tragic lives. Find out how a boxful of letters sent her on a journey deep into her family’s history.
Discovery of a Lifetime
Joanie Schirm always knew there was more to her family history than what she had learned from her parents. When they passed away, she made a remarkable discovery in an old desk. It was a discovery that sent her on the adventure of a lifetime.
World War II’s Fading Memories
There aren’t many people like Bill Coleman. There used to be, but World War II vets are vanishing. Listen to his stories about jumping from a plane on D-Day and understand why his really was the greatest generation.
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.
In Honor of His Country and His Life
Honest, hard working people like 94-year-old Bill Macias are the backbone of America. As we celebrate Independence Day, he celebrates his incredible life and the country that made his dreams come true.
Taking Flight Into History
The most effective, devastating and romanticized aircraft of WWII was the B-17. Countless books and movies dramatize the Flying Fortress and the 10-men crews that flew them. Here is a chance to take a rare flight in the plane that ruled the skies.
Day That Still Lives in Infamy
More than 70 years after the attack, the wounds of Pearl Harbor are still fresh for many survivors. Jack Colby was there that day and says even though he doesn’t like to look back, he thinks every American needs to remember those who died.
Leo Dean
Leo Dean boldly jumps where few his age have dared — out of a soaring airplane.
