Take time to remember those whose ultimate sacrifice has helped to keep the gift of freedom alive and well in this country for 245 years.

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After a valorous fight, he ordered his men to leave him behind, wounded as he was, and to withdraw.

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Michael was diagnosed with leukemia when he was very young and underwent 5 years of chemotherapy.

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A true demonstration of courage, skill, and commitment.

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The Veterans Site honors Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura's courage under fire, his love of country, and his loyalty to his men during one of the most ferocious battles of the Korean War.

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Even as their own families languished in internment camps, 10,000 Japanese Hawaiians signed up to fight for freedom for their fellow Americans.

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Chung-Hoon's career spanned more than 30 years and included service in both WWII and in Korea.

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The pilots and the crews called her the "sports car" of fighters. Deck crews on the US Navy carriers called her "The Gator" with a lot of respect.

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40 years after the end of the Vietnam War, Viet X. Luong would become the first Vietnamese-American to be promoted to this prestigious rank.

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Let us remember, on this Armed Forces Day, all those who are currently serving the nation in the uniforms of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Marine Corps.

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