Some of the most powerful stories come from those who have served in the armed forces. Recognize the service, bravery and sacrifice of the many heroes who have served or are serving our country.
Select stories will be published in The Pantagraph and on Pantagraph.com over a 10-week period with each week being dedicated to one honoree's story.
Pride in country and community and service above self were among themes of a Stories of Honor event honoring 10 Central Illinois veterans and their families, sponsored by The Pantagraph, at the Illinois National Guard Armory in Bloomington on Thursday.
BLOOMINGTON — During nearly 35 years of military service, U.S. Army Command Sgt. Major Debbie Schroder of Bloomington was able to receive "a b…
SECOR — Tim Bassett fingered photographs taken during his time with the U.S. Army infantry in Iraq from July 2004 through May 2005.
KAPPA — Rachel and Chris Forrest have only been married for 18 months, but soon they’ll have to put their new life together on hold to spend a…
NORMAL — For five months in 2003, Brandon Cruz's job was to put other people's needs ahead of his own, putting his life at risk.
NORMAL — Bill Warren spent his whole life on the move before reaching Normal.
NORMAL — Herb Stevens spent nine months flying Black Hawk helicopters 170 miles per hour, 50 feet above Iraqi deserts, but his real challenge …
BLOOMINGTON — A recent visitor to the cozy home in the middle of the 200 block of West Chestnut Street hadn’t spoken at length with its owner …
LEROY — Jack Underhill was the first to volunteer to serve his country and the last to seek recognition for his bravery as a soldier.
Editor's note: This is the second in a series, "Stories of Honor," that recognize the service and sacrifice of military personnel from Central…
Editor's note: This is the first in a series, "Stories of Honor," that recognize the service and sacrifice of military personnel from Central …
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