Galesburg author Tom Colclasure set out to document his grandfather’s military service as a World War II paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne — and ended up uncovering a web of powerful stories about ...

The 82nd Airborne Division honor seven veteran paratroopers later this month to induct into its seventh class for the All American Hall of Fame Class of 2024, the division announced April 29. The ...

A paratrooper had his Silver Star posthumously upgraded this month, 81 years after his actions in a two-day fight during World War II, according to Army officials. A Distinguished Service Cross was ...

The 82nd Airborne Division held a memorial ceremony to honor fallen paratroopers. The ceremony recognized paratroopers killed in combat and training accidents. Five names were added to the division's ...

James T. Degnan, 87 years, Veteran 82nd Airborne WWII. Beloved husband of the late Patricia; devoted father of Gary F. (Mary), Mark (Therese) and the late Nanci; cherished grandfather of Kelly, Angela ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Combat Air Museum welcomed a historic World War II plane Monday. Two groups of passionate reenactors have followed to bring the exhibit to life. Airborne Division, Dog ...

Anthony “Tony” A. De Michael. U.S. Army, 82nd Airborne, WWII. Beloved husband of the late Betty Leone, nee Van Sandt. Loving father of Thomas (Paula) De Michael. Proud grandfather of Anthony and Alex.