Marine Killed on Guadalcanal Laid to Rest in New Orleans
The remains of Private Randolph Ray Edwards were identified and accounted for more than 80 years after his death.
The remains of Private Randolph Ray Edwards were identified and accounted for more than 80 years after his death.
Marc has grown to become one of the strongest leaders and well-respected mentors in the Victory Corps.
In secret, hidden from occupying German forces, Willem Kolff developed the first dialysis machine to save patients from kidney failure. After the war, he brought his device to the United States and made a career in artificial organ development.
After a difficult adjustment to the discipline of Army life, James I. Spurrier Jr. deployed to the South Pacific as an infantry soldier. Returning to combat duty after being wounded in New Guinea, he joined the 35th Infantry Division, landing in Normandy on D+1. Excellent in combat, his lack of discipline led to his assignment as a company runner rather than a squad leader. This enabled him to fight on his own, which was his preference.
Celebrate the holidays at BB’s Stage Door Canteen as the Victory Belles bring the sounds of the season to life!
Join our signature vocal trio the Victory Belles for an evening of 1940s tunes paired with our state-of-the-art outdoor sound and light show, Expressions of America.
Celebrate the holidays at BB’s Stage Door Canteen as the Victory Belles bring the sounds of the season to life!