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26-04-2025
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San Diego-area veterans tour key memorials in Washington, D.C.
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Nearly 100 veterans from World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War flew to Washington, D.C on Friday as part of Honor Flight San Diego. The group is now touring some key memorials and monuments honoring their service. Some of the stops the veterans will make include the the World War II Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Here's a brief explanation of each: — World War II Memorial: Located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., this memorial honors the 16 million Americans who served in World War II. It features 56 granite pillars representing U.S. states and territories, a central fountain, and two large arches for the Atlantic and Pacific theaters. — Korean War Veterans Memorial: Also on the National Mall, this memorial pays tribute to the 5.8 million Americans who served in the Korean War. It includes 19 stainless steel statues of soldiers in a field, a Wall of Remembrance, and inscriptions honoring those who were killed, wounded, or missing. A look back: Oceanside Pier marks one year since devastating fire — Vietnam Veterans Memorial: Perhaps the most solemn, this memorial includes the iconic black granite wall engraved with the names of over 58,000 Americans who died in or were missing from the Vietnam War. Nearby are the Three Servicemen statue and the Vietnam Women's Memorial. For many of the veterans, the experience may draw deep emotions as they reflect back on their time in the armed forces. Honor Flight San Diego, organized by a nonprofit made up of volunteers, has been facilitating these trips since 2010, providing veterans with the opportunity to visit the memorials built in their honor. The organization relies on donations and volunteers to cover the costs of the trips, ensuring that veterans can participate at no expense to themselves. The veterans apart of this Honor Flight will return to San Diego on Sunday. They will be greeted dozens of friends, family and community members at the airport, who will line the terminal to express their appreciation for the veterans' service and sacrifices. KUSI's Paul Rudy and Chris Hansen are joining this April's San Diego Honor Flight and will be providing more coverage throughout the weekend. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
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Honor Flight San Diego sends nearly 100 veterans to Washington, D.C.
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Honor Flight San Diego is escorting nearly 100 veterans from World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War to Washington, D.C. on Friday morning. The mission: to honor their service and provide them with a chance to visit the memorials dedicated to their sacrifices. The veterans, ranging in age from their 80s to over 100, gathered at San Diego International Airport before dawn. They were met with a warm welcome from fellow veterans, family members and supporters, including San Diego firefighters who escorted them through the terminal. The atmosphere was filled with gratitude and anticipation as the group prepared for their journey to the nation's capital. A preview of the Lakeside Rodeo with KUSI 'It's a great experience for us to be here and help out some of the veterans,' a local firefighter told FOX 5/KUSI. 'We're here to hype them up. We're here to welcome them and to make sure they have a great flight.' Over the course of the three-day trip, the veterans will visit several memorials, including the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, where the names of 48 Navy SEALs who made the ultimate sacrifice are inscribed. The trip is not only an opportunity for reflection but also a chance for camaraderie among veterans who served in different eras. Honor Flight San Diego is a non-profit organization dedicated to escorting San Diego County veterans to Washington, D.C., to visit and reflect at the memorials dedicated to their service and sacrifice. The organization relies on donations and volunteers to carry out its mission. As for this flight, it was solely funded by a woman named Sue Busby who donated approximately $300,000 to make it possible. Coast Guard intercepts suspected human smuggling boat near Oceanside 'I heard about the Honor Flight about two or three years ago and just was so intrigued with the whole veteran treaty and all that, so I got involved,' said Busby. 'It's wonderful; I'm just so thankful to be here.' For more information or to support the cause, visit Friday's departure marks the 30th Honor Flight San Diego flight, with more expected in the future. The veterans' return is scheduled for Sunday, April 28. The public is invited to attend the homecoming and show their appreciation for their service and sacrifices. KUSI's Paul Rudy and Chris Hansen are joining this April's San Diego Honor Flight and will be providing more coverage throughout the weekend. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
