Memorial Day is a day to pause and remember the men and women of our armed services who have given their lives in service to our nation. It's a time to pay tribute to those who've made the ultimate sacrifice in order to protect our freedom and liberty. If you've lost a loved one who died while in military service, please accept the humble gratitude of the entire nation.
Below are just a few of the interviews we've conducted with men and women who have bravely served in our armed forces. Many of them lost their brothers and sisters in arms, and we hope the stories they share will keep those voices alive forever.
Brush Of Honor
Phil Taylor was an established artist, working on large-scale murals, graphic design and portraiture. But it was a personal experience with the tragic loss of a childhood friend that truly sparked a life-changing passion. Click here to find out about Phil's mission to paint portraits of America’s fallen heroes and hand-deliver them to surviving family members across the country and the TV series it has inspired.
Profile in Courage Sgt. 1st Class Joe Kapacziewski is the first and only amputee in Army Rangers’ history to return to combat, and he did it a stunning five times. He explains why he realized amputating his injured leg was the only way to maintain his active lifestyle and get back on the battlefield with his fellow Rangers to honor those who'd lost their lives. Click here to listen to our conversation.
Leaving a Legacy The Tuskegee Airmen have been immortalized for their heroism in WWII. They fought two wars, one against the Axis powers, the other against prejudice at home. Fewer than 50 Red Tail pilots are alive today, so we jumped at the chance to meet three. Click here to learn more about their incredible stories.
More Stories to Inspire Growing Bolder is proud to honor the men and women who have served so bravely to defend our nation by preserving their stories for future generations. We have talked with those who served in every major conflict over the past 100 years, from World War I through Operation Iraqi Freedom. Click here to visit our Veterans Channel to hear these stories and honor the great sacrifices these men, women and their families have made.
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We're very proud to announce that Growing Bolder TV is now available every Saturday morning on WJXT4 in Jacksonville, Florida! Growing Bolder also airs nationally on RLTV and locally on Charter TV 3 (MA), WKYI (KY), Lakefront TV (FL) and WKMG Local 6 (FL). Tune in this weekend to WJXT4 for our first new episode and let us know: where do you want to see us grow next? Click here to learn more.
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