by Janis | Apr 7, 2026 | Articles
Cancellation of Saturday, April 11 speaker program WWII veteran Simon Gurdal, scheduled to speak at the Veterans History Museum tomorrow, unfortunately had a fall last evening. He will be OK, but we must cancel his presentation for Saturday, April 11. We will announce...
by Janis | Mar 18, 2026 | Articles
Eighty-two years after fighting for freedom Simon Gurdal and George Sarros met on February 28, 2026, two heroes of the WWII European theatre of 1944. Their stories are connected in history and geography. Simon was born November 8, 1926, in Verviers, Belgium. George...
by Commander | May 26, 2025 | Articles
This Memorial Day, we remember those who sacrificed so we could live in freedom, those who gave their lives while serving. And we’re thinking of those who have lost someone they love. Thank you for your sacrifice. Thank you for our freedom! Charles George: The Korean...
by Commander | Apr 6, 2025 | Articles
Cycling Fundraiser on the Natchez Trace Parkway Once again, intrepid athletes Rich Clarke and John Buford are pedaling to benefit the Veterans History Museum of the Carolinas! This time, their endurance, grit, and determination will be tested on the 444-mile Natchez...
by Guest Author | Mar 28, 2025 | Articles
Honoring the Service of Veterans’ Families Joy and Ted Minnick — in love for 58 years. One Year He was gone one year. He left on our anniversary, July 2, 1969, and came home on our anniversary, July 2, 1970. When you say “he was gone one year,” it doesn’t...
by Guest Author | Mar 10, 2025 | Articles
Ed Cottrell I had the pleasure of hearing WWII Army Air Corps veteran Ed Cottrell speak last year at the Etowah Library. His talk so resonated with me that I wondered if he would speak to my community.The Cliffs at Walnut Cove is located in Arden with a large...
