Andrew King

From Coal Town to Soldier Stanley Bender was born on Halloween in 1909 in Carlisle, West Virginia, a coal mining community where his father worked after immigrating from Russia. Growing up in a hard-working town gave Stanley the resilience and determination that would later define his service. As the Great Depression deepened, Bender left West …

Every November 11, our nation pauses to honor the men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces. Veterans Day is a time for reflection, gratitude, and unity, a moment to recognize those who have defended our freedoms and continue to strengthen our communities long after their military service ends. …