A high school senior paid tribute to her father who died during a military tour in Afghanistan through pictures that depict him as an “angel”. Julia Yllescas, who attends Aurora High School, wanted to honor her father’s memory by including him in her senior pictures. Her dad, Captain Robert Yllescas, died on December 1, 2008, after …
Army
While it is common knowledge that our soldiers sacrifice a lot for us, we never really comprehend its extent – only the soldiers themselves will. It is important to acknowledge that even before they officially became part of the army, their lives have already made a 360-degree turn – all in the service of their …
For soldiers, the old adage, ‘Leave no man behind’ is not merely a proverb but is a dictum they live by. The U.S. Army Captain Sarah Cudd could attest that soldiers take this motto seriously when she experienced what it truly means when put into action! Joining the army is definitely not for the people with a …
There is an unexplainable joy in knowing that a kid’s eyes can sparkle and twinkle just by looking up to you. Seeing their big eyes fill with excitement and their bright contagious smile welcoming you home after hours of working, is enough to refresh your body and mind. Amanda Taylor and her husband, Sgt. Brenden …
Our marines and army men risked their lives to protect ours. Hence, it is only a must to give them a respectable burial ceremony. The Patriot Guard Riders, an organization based in the United States has members ensuring that our fallen heroes will get the peaceful and honorable funeral that they truly deserve. Members of the …