Hard work and daily dedication to his job paid off in a big way for former Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps John L. Estrada. Following an outstanding career in the Marines, the decorated military man earned a respected post befitting of his public service.

In a competition that truly brings together some of the bravest men and women in the world, the Invictus Games kicked off over the weekend, showcasing the talent of wounded and ill service members from across the globe.

She doesn’t just lead the way for women in the Coast Guard, she's an inspiration to all.

Sixteen-year-old singing superstar Jackie Evancho found a touching way to salute those who serve our country.

Army 1st Sgt. Andrew McKenna knew only bravery in his young life. The 35-year-old Green Beret saw five tours of duty overseas, including one in Iraq and four in Afghanistan.

Bomb-sniffing dogs have saved countless lives in Iraq and Afghanistan. One heroic canine, a German Shepherd named Lucca, was honored for her service with the PDSA Dickin Medal.

After war firsthand, veteran Jacob George turned to music for peace.

The Vietnam War was an unpopular conflict that created dissension across the United States.

Former Marine Chad Dermyer was killed while on duty as a Virginia state trooper in the middle of a training exercise at a Greyhound bus station in Richmond, Virginia.

Herman Englram fought at the Battle of the Bulge and was a POW during WWII, but he was overlooked for medals he earned.