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Finding Private Gordon

Last year on WPT’s University Place, researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison outlined their search for the missing remains of United States Army Private Lawrence Gordon who was killed in action at Normandy in World War II. Through their work, his remains have been … Continue reading

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The Many Faces of D-Day

My grandfather was drafted to serve in World War II soon after his 18th birthday. After leaving his Michigan home to undergo training, he boarded a ship and spent the entirety of his deployment on the water, sending and receiving … Continue reading

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‘Coming Back’ Looks into the Personal Lives of Veterans

Over the years, Wisconsin Public Television has remained committed to supporting veterans through projects like the Wisconsin War Stories documentaries and LZ Lambeau, which welcomed home Wisconsin’s Vietnam veterans. Our support continues tonight as we join Army combat veteran Wes … Continue reading

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National Salute to Veterans

Watch the National Salute to Veterans at 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11 on Wisconsin Public Television. Don’t miss your chance to join your fellow Americans in a nation-wide event honoring our veterans. This is a tremendous opportunity that brings us all … Continue reading

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Remembering Veterans from All Wars: The National Memorial Day Concert

This Memorial Day weekend, WPT continues a two-decades-long tradition of honoring the service and sacrifice of all our men and women in uniform, and their families by broadcasting the National Memorial Day Concert from Washington D.C. Hosts Gary Sinise and Joe … Continue reading

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