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WWII Veteran Alexander Shalamova Dies at 100

Alexander Shalamova, a 100-year-old veteran of World War II who served as a radio operator on the First and Second Belorussian Fronts, passed away on March 24th. He received numerous medals for bravery and continued active community involvement until his death.

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Reserve Officer Volunteers for SMO, Reflecting Intergenerational Military Legacy

Sergey Alekseev, a 54-year-old reserve officer and former police officer from Tolyatti, volunteered for the special military operation (SMO) in 2022, inspired by his family's military history and served in Bakhmut, sustaining injuries before returning to support veterans.

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Veteran's Combat Experience Leads to Teaching Career in Russia

Maxim Komissarov, a Simferopol resident, volunteered for the SMO, served in reconnaissance and assault units on the Kherson front, suffered serious injuries during shelling, and was medically discharged in 2024. He now teaches "Fundamentals of Security and Homeland Defense" in schools, leveraging hi...

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Triple Amputee Veteran to Solo Sail Across Pacific

Craig Wood, a triple amputee veteran, will solo sail 6,000 nautical miles across the Pacific Ocean from Mexico to Japan this week to raise funds for charities that supported his recovery after suffering life-changing injuries in Afghanistan in 2009.

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Veteran Sailor Rescues 30 Wounded Soldiers in Ukraine

Oleg Kalinkin, a 58-year-old veteran sailor, serving as a medic in the BARC-15 "Yermak" unit, has rescued over 30 wounded soldiers under heavy fire in Ukraine since December 2022, despite initially lacking land combat experience.

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Veteran's Arctic Trek to Raise Awareness for Military Mental Health

A British veteran severely injured in Iraq is undertaking a 300-mile Arctic trek in March to raise money for the armed forces charity SSAFA, highlighting the importance of mental health support for military personnel.

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Military Working Dog Reunited With Handler After Three Years

A 10-year-old explosive detection and bite work dog, Frenky, was reunited with his handler, Army Staff Sgt. Kristin Vanderzanden, in San Antonio, Texas, by the American Humane Society after three years of separation following his retirement in January. The program covered Frenky's travel and will co...

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WWII Veteran's 102 Years of Service and Hope for Peace

102-year-old WWII veteran Anna Antonenko, a nurse on the Second Ukrainian Front, recounts her wartime experiences and subsequent medical career in Donetsk, emphasizing her unwavering dedication to service and her hope for lasting peace; her granddaughter continues her medical legacy.

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Veteran Sniper Awarded for Bravery, Now Serves in Parliament

Twenty-eight-year-old veteran German Shevchuk, a sniper from Nalchik, was awarded medals for his bravery during the special military operation (SMO), including a heroic 40-minute stand against 100 enemy combatants in the Krasnolimansky direction, and now serves as a member of the Kabardino-Balkarian...

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Veteran's Acting Career Aids PTSD Recovery

Former British Army soldier Luke Shipman, 37, used modeling and acting to overcome PTSD stemming from traumatic experiences in Afghanistan, including witnessing friend's injuries and suffering from aggressive flashbacks; he now stars in the upcoming comedy drama film, "Hustle and Cuss.

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Korean War Veteran Recounts Narrow Escape and Heavy Losses

Albert Morrow, a 97-year-old veteran, recounts his harrowing experiences in the Korean War with the Royal Ulster Rifles (RUR), including the Battle of Happy Valley, where he narrowly escaped capture while recovering the burning bodies of fallen soldiers; approximately 100 RUR soldiers were killed or...

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WWII SOE Veteran Noreen Riols Dies at 98

Noreen Riols, a 98-year-old WWII SOE veteran, died recently; her role involved testing trainee spies' discretion in Bournemouth hotels, revealing the rigorous vetting process and the lasting impact of wartime secrecy.

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