February Newsletter: A Note from Molly

February Newsletter: A Note from Molly

Since its onset, Hero’s Bridge has served the needs of aging veterans, identified as those who have served in our armed forces and are over the age of 65. Until this year, we have seen veterans primarily from World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War....
World War II Veteran Reflects During Wiscasset Visit

World War II Veteran Reflects During Wiscasset Visit

Born to Elmer and Dagmar Burkholder, Burkholder grew up with three brothers and three sisters in Fort Madison, Iowa. He graduated from high school in June of 1943 and enlisted in the U.S. Navy the same year. After basic training, Burkholder was sent for pilot...
Vietnam Veterans In-Person 5K March 25

Vietnam Veterans In-Person 5K March 25

REGISTER NOW! We are excited to announce the return of the IN-PERSON Vietnam Veteran’s 5K at noon on March 25 at Molon Lave Winery in Warrenton. Yes, you read that correctly! After a three-year disruption of in-person events, for the 2023 5K our feet will all...
Culpeper veteran of Korea recalls “the Forgotten War”

Culpeper veteran of Korea recalls “the Forgotten War”

A member of the Greatest Generation still imparting wisdom, well-needed in today’s world, U.S. Army Sgt. Larry Corbin spent 19 months amid the ravaged aftermath of the three-year Korean War. When he returned a changed man to his hometown of Providence, Rhode Island,...