Captain Royce Williams Receives Navy Cross for Secret Mission During Korean War
More than 70 years after he shot down 4 Soviet planes, he is being recognized with one of the United States military’s highest combat honors
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San Diego is one of the most patriotic cities in the nation
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial above La Jolla
Recognizing our military heroes with a memorial at San Diego’s highest overlook
A veteran’s mission to help others through surfing
Local resident Eric Franklin is riding a wave of giving back
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Dominique Plewes is on an elite mission to support our Special Operations Forces
Rancho Santa Fe resident leads the way in carrying out SOF Support Foundation's commitment to caring for those who serve at the highest level
A Naval career begins for a first-generation American
“I joined the Navy for a challenging career and to do work that makes a difference,” says Reginald Uy, a 23-year-old San Diego native and newly commissioned officer in the United States Navy. Uy (pronounced U-ee), completed Officer Candidate School in Newport, Rhode Island last month and, after a quick trip home to visit his…
Supporting San Diego’s veterans in their pursuit of STEM degrees
The San Diego Military Advisory Council Foundation was created specifically to support local veterans enrolled in undergraduate STEM degree programs. The goal was to enable enlisted personnel who served in San Diego to stay in the region once they left the service, something that demands a good job. “But good jobs in San Diego take…
The Honor Foundation: Serving those who made up the “Tip of the Spear”
The Navy SEALS, Marine Raiders, Army Green Beret, and their Special Operations support personnel are among the most highly trained men and women on the planet. In military parlance, they are the “Tip of the Spear,” the ones tasked with finding and delivering the Bin Ladens of the world. There is a powerful sense of…
Highlighting the added needs of our service members in the time of coronavirus
The global pandemic has impacted many, including San Diego’s enormous veteran population, which has lost financial support due to the Stop Movement order.
Solana Beach’s Captain John Campbell, USMC, Retired, reflects on surviving Pearl Harbor
Solana Beach resident Captain John Campbell, USMC, Retired, reflects on surviving the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor more than 78 year ago.
Cardiff resident Richard Pascoe serves as Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army
Living in San Diego, we are all aware of the Navy’s presence, from the ships of North Island to the helicopter squadrons rising from Camp Pendleton. What many of us are less familiar with is the presence throughout the region of the U.S. Army, our military’s oldest and largest branch.
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Local organizations help those who serve during the holidays
Several local organizations offer specific programs to help service families celebrate the holidays.
USS Zumwalt
The USS Zumwalt, the lead ship in the Navy’s latest generation of guided missile destroyers, and one of its most futuristic in appearance.
Joy & Hugh Bancroft
Throughout the property, there is the sound of water — whether from pools, ponds, or fountains — and the heavenly fragrance of flowers, from gardenias to star-shaped stephanotis.
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