Elizabethton Marine Corps veteran brought skills to fire department
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL)- Marine Corps Veteran Andy Wetzel said he's always wanted to help others. "Serving my country, other than serving the Lord, there's no greater privilege in this world,"...
View ArticleVietnam veteran works to honor fallen soldiers
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL)- Air Force veteran David Schmelzer didn't get the job description you would expect for someone in the Vietnam War. He was in college while the war was in full swing, and he...
View ArticleAmerican Legion Post 49 celebrates continuous members at 105th birthday...
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) - In 1919, the American Legion was formed as a way to support veterans across the United States. This year, the organization is celebrating 105 years of service. On Tuesday...
View ArticleHow a trip to the recruiter's office started a lifelong military career
ROGERSVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL)- Marine Corps veteran Cecil White was set to be drafted into the Army but decided to take matters into his own hands. "I got my letter one day from the Army saying that they...
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