Martin remained on Active Duty in the reserves throughout the course of the war thanks to the Thomason Act, which allowed for more reserves to join active duty. He served four campaigns on the front lines in North Africa and Italy.
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In the 1950s, at 21 years old, Kenneth left home to enlist in the Air Force as a mechanic. During his 23 years of service, he completed his basic training in California and then was stationed in Iceland, Washington, Japan, Virginia, and Lowry Air Force Base in Colorado, where he eventually retired.
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Many people believe that they will change the course of history, but few have the means and opportunity to do so. Karl Henry Timmerman, the product of German immigration, was instrumental in securing victory over forces holding the Rhine Bridge in World War II, which broke open Germany’s defenses in the west. In doing so, Karl honorably served his country and created a legacy dictated by his actions and not those of his father.
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As a cook in the U.S. Guards, Emanuel provided a necessary service to the country during the first World War. Although Emanuel only served in the military for one year, it changed his life.
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