In the quiet moments of reflection, when the world slows down and we contemplate the true cost of freedom, it’s impossible not to think of those who have given everything in service to their country. Today, on this Tribute Blog, I want to honor a man whose story embodies courage, sacrifice, and an unbreakable will (more…)
Posted on September 5, 2025 The monster truck world is a little quieter today, its roaring engines dimmed by the loss of one of its greatest legends. Dan Runte, the fearless driver who spent over three decades behind the wheel of the iconic Bigfoot trucks, passed away yesterday at the age of 61 following a (more…)
In Solidarity and Remembrance In the heart of Baton Rouge, where the Mississippi River winds its way through stories of resilience and resolve, we bid farewell to a man who embodied the very essence of courage and compassion. Sgt. Caleb Michael Eisworth, a devoted guardian of our community for 23 unwavering years, left this world (more…)
By S. Vincent Anthony In the heart of a small American town, where flags fly high and the Fourth of July is a sacred affair, lives Mary Ellen Carter, a Gold Star Mom. Her son, Private First Class Daniel Carter, didn’t come home from his tour in Afghanistan. The folded flag she received, now resting (more…)
In the quiet corners of our nation’s history, there are stories of valor that don’t always make the headlines but echo eternally in the hearts of those who knew them. Today, I want to share one such story—the life and legacy of Sergeant Michael Martins, a young Marine whose spirit embodied the very best of (more…)
Hello, dear readers. As S. Vincent Anthony, a veteran storyteller weaving tales from the front lines of history and the human spirit, I’m excited to delve into three of my recent blog posts. Each one is a heartfelt tribute to figures who’ve shaped lives—mine included—through their resilience, wisdom, and unyielding passion. Today, I’ll summarize these (more…)
As a Cold War veteran with severe PTSD and someone who’s carried the weight of military service in my blood—my family fought in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam—I’ve seen the invisible wounds of war up close. My name is S. Vincent Anthony, and through my writing in books like those exploring the echoes of (more…)
Dear Friend, I hope this letter finds you in a moment of quiet, even if the storm inside rages on. My name is S. Vincent Anthony, a Cold War veteran with severe PTSD, carrying the legacy of a family that fought in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. I’ve stared into the abyss of flashbacks, (more…)