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Semper Fi, Grandpa
May 16, 2011
by Samantha L. Quigley
Many Americans can name a family member who served their country in uniform. We'd like to introduce you to three of them who hold very special places in our lives. The third in this series of three is Samantha Quigley, reflecting on her grandfather - a WWII Marine.In Our New Issue
Our Spring 2013 issue highlights stories you might not know about the military. We'll debunk common military myths and explore little-known tales of heroism, while finding the stories behind some of the military's most prominent traditions.
Today's Photo
A young girl waits for her father, a soldier in the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), to be released from a formation last week at a welcome home ceremony at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Army photo by Sergeant Duncan Brennan
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