Meet Our World War II Veterans for Our August Trip
Harold Nelson
Valor's Voice archived Mr. Nelson's story in August of 2026. He is a 100 years old and sharp as a tack! He served in the Navy aboard the USS Cowpens. The USS Cowpens (CVL-25)—affectionately nicknamed "The Mighty Moo"—was an 11,000-ton Independence-class light aircraft carrier commissioned on May 28, 1943, and served in the Pacific Theater during World War II. The USS Cowpens (CVL-25) was awarded 12 battle stars for her World War II service in the Pacific Theater. He is the last living crewman from his ship. Please donate and help us make this a great trip for a very deserving American!
Claudia Jermyn
Valor's Voice captured Mrs. Jermyn's story in June of 2026. She is a 102 year old Red Cross Worker from Rainbow City, AL. She grew up in the Depression and lost her mom at 15 years old. She helped raise her younger siblings and served during the war effort at Camp Sibert in Gadsden, AL. She met her future husband there who was Military Intelligence with the Army. To woo Ms. Claudia, he'd invite her over to his office to meet movie stars like Mickey Rooney. Check out our Social Media to follow her journey. Please donate and help us make this a great trip for a very deserving American!
JOSEPH GARON
Valor's Voice had the honor or capturing Mr. Garon's story in the summer of '25. He's a Pacific theater veteran with a very unique story that we'll share in 2026. Honestly, we couldn't believe he was North of 100 years old and in the great shape he was in. (Not to mention that great head of hair) He's missed the last two trips, but we're hoping the 3rd times the charm. Help us honor this WWII treasure by getting him to the museum to be honored for his service.