Upholding Valor focuses on men and women from all backgrounds and eras of military service. It is our hope that this series will inspire and educate veterans to...
They were pioneers during a time their country needed them most, yet they were also America’s best kept secret until recently. The Women Air Force Service Pilots of World War II paved the way for women in the military today. 100 year old WASP Veteran Nell Bright is the epitome of Upholding Valor.See our website for privacy information.
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Extending Time with a Double Lung Transplant
A Utah veteran is cherishing time with his grandkids this holiday season thanks to a double lung transplant. VA Salt Lake City, in partnership with the University of Utah, saved this Navy veteran’s life as time was running out. The journey–his commitment, his fight--in this addition of Upholding Valor.See our website for privacy information.
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Spiritual Healing Through Equine Therapy
Spiritual healing can be just as important as physical healing. In this week’s Upholding Valor, we take a look at VA’s Equine Therapy Program and how horses help heal our Veterans.See our website for privacy information.
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Dealing with the Delta Variant
We are not in the clear. Not by a long shot. In this week’s Upholding Valor, two VA providers talk about the COVID-19 Delta variant surge, their exhaustion and their fears--watching people die that don’t need to.See our website for privacy information.
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Afghanistan and 9/11
Two Veterans from two wars describe their emotions surrounding the 20th anniversary of 9/11 coinciding with the end of the 20 year war in Afghanistan. Their candor and vulnerability is both heartbreaking, yet inspiring as we present on of our more powerful episodes of Upholding Valor..See our website for privacy information.
Upholding Valor focuses on men and women from all backgrounds and eras of military service. It is our hope that this series will inspire and educate veterans to use the resources and programs they have earned while spotlighting their spirit and courage throughout our community. It is up to all of us to look out for our veterans. Hosted by Jill Atwood, Chief of Communications of the VA in Salt Lake City, Utah, and sponsored by American United Federal Credit Union, continuously striving to be the difference that makes a difference in the lives of our veterans. Visit Amucu.org/valor to learn more.
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