The Patriot Corner

PFC Basil M. Cook, killed in Europe during WWII, was recently identified after nearly 80 years by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency. His long-lost remains are finally coming home for a proper burial.

In March 1776, the newly formed Navy and Continental Marines launched their first amphibious assault at Nassau, capturing vital supplies and marking a powerful start to America’s fight for independence. This bold mission laid the foundation for the Marine Corps' legacy.

William Jasper courageously kept the flag flying with his hands under fire at the Battle of Sullivan’s Island, rallying his fellow soldiers to repel a British attack. His action symbolized the American spirit and continues to inspire Americans today.

America’s greatness was built on the foundation of freedom and opportunity. Each generation has carried the torch, building on the last and pushing boundaries, playing a role in preserving this legacy to ensure America thrives, just as our Founding Fathers envisioned.

John Jacob Astor, born in Germany, immigrated to America in 1783 and built two vast business empires. Through hard work and resilience, he became America's wealthiest man, embodying the spirit of American opportunity, entrepreneurship, and the exceptional foundation laid by the founding fathers.

On September 7, 1776, the "Turtle," the first combat submarine, made history with a daring attempt to sink a British warship. Although the mission didn't succeed, it marked the beginning of submarine warfare and showcased the ingenuity and determination of the American Revolution.

Corporal Bradley Starling and his K9 partner, Charlie, a yellow Labrador retriever with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks, were awarded the Medal of Valor for their heroic efforts in quickly locating and rescuing three missing children in Monroe County.

The Battle of Fallen Timbers Monument in Maumee, Ohio, honors the pivotal 1794 battle that secured America's Northwest Territory. This powerful tribute, featuring General Anthony Wayne and symbolic figures, commemorates a crucial moment in U.S. history, shaping the nation's expansion and future.

The Battle of Fallen Timbers, fought in 1794, was a clash between American forces under General Anthony Wayne and a confederation of Native tribes supported by the British. The American victory secured the region for the young nation, allowed for new settlement, and helped shape America’s future.

Pvt. 1st Class Clossie D. Brown, a 36-year-old father and husband from Frankfort, Indiana, was killed in action during WWII and recently accounted for after nearly 80 years. Serving in the 45th Infantry Division, Brown died in France during Operation NORDWIND. His remains were identified and will be returned home for burial in September 2024.

Lake County Sheriff’s Deputy Bradley Michael Link, a 28-year-old U.S. Army Reservist, was tragically killed in the line of duty on August 2, 2024, while responding to a 911 call in Eustis, Florida. Despite the heroic efforts of his fellow officers, Deputy Link succumbed to his injuries, leaving behind a legacy of service and sacrifice.

U.S. Army Air Forces Sgt. Jack H. Hohlfeld, a WWII POW who endured the Bataan Death March, has been identified after decades. Thanks to the tireless efforts of the DPAA, his remains will be returned to his hometown of La Crosse, Wisconsin, for burial.