In Massachusetts, a 10-year-old boy is on a campaign to thank as many veterans as he can with a handshake. He has already collected hundreds of signatures in his autograph book, and he is just getting started.

Fr. Emil Joseph Kapaun gave meaning to this idea while serving as a Catholic Chaplain during the Korean War with Headquarters Company, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division. Fr. Kapaun’s love for his men, and theirs for him, was revealed to the highest degree during the events they endured together in the winter of 1950.

Capt. Antonio D. Brown, 30, was remembered by his commanding officer as a leader who "truly cared about the Soldiers in his charge." Brown was one of the 49 killed in the June 12 massacre in Orlando.

The Biloxi National Cemetery's Vietnam Memorial Service on March 29, 2016, had a profound effect on Charles Fink. Not only did he get to meet many veterans of the Vietnam War, but he also learned about their experiences after, in particular how poorly there were treated.

As America observes and memorializes the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, one conversation must be had among veterans still dealing with the scars of that conflict: How does America recognize the sacrifices of those who died from noncombat wounds suffered in Vietnam?

Lt. Col. Luta "Cornie" McGrath served in the U.S. Army for 17 years, starting at the height of World War II and serving during the most intense parts of the Cold War. Throughout her tenure in the military, McGrath earned her way to one of the highest ranks ever achieved by a woman at that time.

Melvin Rector had a feeling he needed to return to the country he fought so bravely to protect in World War II. As it turns out, so did fate.

A special ceremony held in Paris in April 2016 celebrated two special relationships in American history. American and French dignitaries honored 238 years of working together, which marks an alliance going back to the American Revolution.

As Americans remember the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, one unique photography and art exhibit in Appleton, Wisc. gives visitors an insider's perspective of what it was like to fight in three wars.

Air National Guard Technical Sergeant Flavio Martinez of the New York Air National Guard with the 105th Airlift Wing has been recognized for his uncommon valor stemming from his actions in the aftermath of a suicide bombing in December 2015 that left six of his comrades dead.