Yesterday we lost a true cornerstone of the AAWV family and I lost a dear friend. It is with great sorrow to tell you that Rosa Anne Cromie passed away on the afternoon of Wednesday, March 6, 2013, at the … Continue reading
Category Archives: Our Veteran’s Stories
OCT
31
Sack Lunches
I put my carry-on in the luggage compartment and sat down in my assigned seat. It was going to be a long flight. ‘I’m glad I have a good book to read. Perhaps I will get a short nap,’ I … Continue reading →
JAN
6
Isadore Poma
Our featured approved Veteran this issue is Isadore Poma, who served during the Korean Conflict Era in the Army CPL(T). He was a supply specialist at Camp Carson Colorado and worked in the warehouse where they outfitted the ‘General Honor … Continue reading →
JAN
6
Pension Recipient William “Bill” Colella “His Story”
Born in Detroit, the youngest of five children, William “Bill” Colella was drafted into the Army at eighteen during World War II. After basic training in Illinois and spending some time in California and Washington State camps, he was shipped … Continue reading →
JAN
6
Henry Kiefer
Henry Kiefer (1920-82) made his home on Kings Park, Long Island, as World War II approached. He was a tool and die maker for Liberty Aircraft in Farmingdale. When World War II broke out, his job was considered national security … Continue reading →
