On Thursday, November 7, 2024, an outstanding Veterans Day program was held at the Milwaukee War Memorial, 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. The program was hosted by WTMJ4's Andrea Williams and veteran Richard Badger. Sixteen African American veterans from Milwaukee were honored for their service and sacrifice to this country and to their community. They represented every conflict, … [Read more...] about Honoring our veterans: A celebration of heroes
Vernon Townsend
102 year-old WWII vet honors his fellow soldiers for Memorial Day
On Monday, May 29, 2023, at age 102, World War II veteran and former Army PFC Vernon C. Townsend saluted and honored his fellow veterans for Memorial Day. Townsend enlisted in the U.S. Army on July 2, 1942 at Camp Shelby, MS. His service awards included a Good Conduct Medal, American Theater Ribbon, and World War II Victory Ribbon. He was honorably discharged on February 1, … [Read more...] about 102 year-old WWII vet honors his fellow soldiers for Memorial Day
Vernon Townsend celebrates his 100th birthday
On Wednesday, September 23, 2020, Vernon Townsend, one of Milwaukee's few remaining World War II veterans, celebrated his 100th birthday. Five generations of his family and friends gathered to wish him well for his 100 birthday with a surprise drive-by parade (due to social distancing). Happy Birthday Mr. Townsend! … [Read more...] about Vernon Townsend celebrates his 100th birthday