Memorial to John Purdy Reynolds, Lewistown The rain, which had started as I stood at the grave of William Rankin, had turned to a downpour before I was able to cross the road and crawl into the dry warmth of the vehicle. Note: more about William Rankin can be found here: William Rankin. “Before we … Continue reading Remember the Alamo: John Purdy Reynolds
Grave of William Rankin, St. Mark's Community Cemetery, Lewistown The Medal of Honor symbolizes the ideals of patriotism, courage, sacrifice, and integrity and is the highest award presented for military valor in action. Those recipients have shown bravery in combat, going above and beyond the call of duty, risking – and often sacrificing – their … Continue reading Medal of Honor: William Rankin
Grave of John Lilley, First Methodist Cemetery, Lewistown The Medal of Honor symbolizes the ideals of patriotism, courage, sacrifice, and integrity and is the highest award presented for military valor in action. Those recipients have shown bravery in combat, going above and beyond the call of duty, risking – and often sacrificing – their lives … Continue reading Medal of Honor: John Lilley
Grave of John Davidsizer, First Methodist Cemetery, Lewistown The Medal of Honor symbolizes the ideals of patriotism, courage, sacrifice, and integrity and is the highest award presented for military valor in action. Those recipients have shown bravery in combat, going above and beyond the call of duty, risking – and often sacrificing – their lives … Continue reading Medal Of Honor: John A. Davidsizer
James Parker Landis, Yeagertown, Mifflin County The Medal of Honor symbolizes the ideals of patriotism, courage, sacrifice, and integrity and is the highest award presented for military valor in action. Those recipients have shown bravery in combat, going above and beyond the call of duty, risking – and often sacrificing – their lives for the … Continue reading Medal of Honor: James P. Landis
A scene in the Seven Mountains Traveling through the Seven Mountains region of Central Pennsylvania has always proved to be an adventure of its own. Away from the hustle and bustle of State College, the dirt roads that navigate the mountain range provide opportunities to see deer, turkey and bear. But driving through them provides … Continue reading Daniel Karstetter’s Guardian Horseman
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