The Answer was Right in Front of Me
Sometimes the answer to the problem is right in front of your face. I was pretty sure the Jean Lassalle on this WWI draft registration card was my grandfather. The birthday matches. I was reluctant...
View ArticleWWII Collection at Fold3 Free Access Until May 15th
In honor of the 70th anniversary of victory in Europe Day, Fold3 has announced that it’s World War II collection will be open to all for free access. This special ends Friday, May 15th. I did a quick...
View ArticleThe Sinking of the Liscome Bay
I wrote this article a couple of years ago about my Uncle Charlie. On Memorial Day, I reflect upon the sacrifice he made. Charlie wasn’t even out of his teen years when he was killed. I am proud of...
View ArticleThey Didn’t Come Home: Remembering Our War Fallen
On Memorial Day, we reflect on those who went to war, but did not come home. They gave their lives to protect our freedoms. They families mourn their loses every day. We take this one day to reflect...
View ArticleMemorial Day Tribute To Uncle Charlie
If you are a regular visitor to my blog, you have probably heard me mention Uncle Charlie, my Dad’s brother who died in World War II. I wrote about the events that lead to his death in The Sinking of...
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