Normandy 80th Anniversary, Veteran Hearing Loss, St. Louis International Film Festival
Normandy 80th Anniversary
Meet a courageous veteran who fought at Normandy and was invited to participate in this year's 80th anniversary commemoration
The History of Soldiers Memorial
In this edition of History Spotlight, a look at the history of Soldiers Memorial Military Museum in St. Louis. Originally built to honor St. Louisans who served in World War I, the memorial has undergone significant renovation and expansion to commemorate veterans from all conflicts involving U.S. military personnel.
The 33rd St. Louis International Film Festival
Eager to leave the noise and daily distractions of daily life behind? Cinema St. Louis invites you to find yourself again at the 33rd Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival (SLIFF) theme, which runs from Nov. 7 to 17.
Veterans Day
Veterans Day is a federal holiday honoring those who have served our country in the Armed Forces. Veterans Day pays tribute to all military personnel who honorably served – in wartime or peacetime.
Many U.S. Veterans Suffer From Hearing Loss and Tinnitus
Long or repeated exposure to sounds at or above 85 decibels can cause noise-induced hearing loss and tinnitus. Sometimes, all it takes is once. Many U.S. Veterans can relate.
Hero: Adolphus Thaddeus Watson
This is the inspirational story of a true American Hero and the last surviving WWII soldier of the U.S. Army 351st Artillery Unit, Adolphus Thaddeus Watson.
Watch Spotlight every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Channel 11
In this week's episode, meet a courageous veteran who fought at Normandy and was invited to participate in this year's 80th anniversary commemoration. Explore the rich history of the Soldiers Memorial Military Museum in St. Louis, and learn how hearing loss and tinnitus impact up to 30% of military veterans, with a special look at a Saint Louis University researcher's groundbreaking efforts to help. You'll also meet members of the nation's only special-needs color guard, and hear the powerful story of an Army veteran from the all-Black 351st Artillery unit who served in the Battle of the Bulge.
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