M1919 Browning machine gun

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Far from home

Jim Peake lived a simple life growing up. He had a job working for Ohio Bell straight out of high school. He had no where else in the world he needed to be. He called Toledo, Ohio his home until history had other plans for him. Read more

Navy W.A.V.E

Nancy Tait served her country from 1942-1944.

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Iron Coffin

Bob French served his country during World War 2 by driving Sherman 75mm tank through Germany. He was a member of the 5th armored division, and entered his first battle soon after crossing the Rhine river. Read more

Bill King US Navy- LST1030

Bill a former graduate of what is now named Patrick Henry High School had his deferment all wrapped up when the war broke out. Bill received two pay checks from the Navy for his work in his family owned business. He decided enough was enough, and decided to enlist. Little did he know the adventure that awaited him.This small town boy, would soon become a man in a far different world. Read more

Sgt. Rex Turner

In civilian life Rex Turner worked at Willy’s Overland before the war. He was drafted, and served in the United States Army. He was in the 5th Army 735th MP Battalion, serving overseas in England from 1942-1945. Read more

Flying High

T/Sgt Robert Zeller served his country during World War two in the 8th Army Air Corp – 445th Bomb Group – 701st Squadron as a radio operator/ gunner. This is the same Group that the famous Jimmy Stewart served. This group is also well known for its part in one of the most devastating missions of World War 2, the Kassel Mission. Read more