Military
U.S. Army 1st Lieutenant Nathan B. Baskind's remains are transfered. (Photo courtesy of Samantha Baskind)
June 17, 2024, 5:19 pm
Jewish soldier who died in World War II finally laid to rest
'It's one of the biggest mitzvahs. It's a sacred task, and it's being fulfilled.'
By Adam Reinherz
American Huey military helicopter formation flying over the jungle at sunset during the Vietnam War. 3d render. Photo by ratpack223 via iStock
March 17, 2022, 10:10 am
Decorated retired Army chaplain to visit Pittsburgh
Chaplain (Col.) Sanford Dresin to share stories of military service and rabbinic work
By Adam Reinherz
Laura Landerman-Garber stands beside 8,000 cards to be sent to soldiers. Photo courtesy of Laura Landerman-Garber
August 19, 2021, 5:08 pm
Former Pittsburgher uses cards to remind soldiers their service matters
Drawings and notes boost morale during difficult times
By Adam Reinherz
United States Military Academy at West PointPhoto by nancykennedy/iStockphoto.com
June 17, 2020, 12:45 pm
As it sets diversity record, West Point quietly graduates 1,000th Jewish student
12 Jewish cadets walk long gray line
By Cathryn J. Prince
Laura Landerman-Garber, right, and Senator Maggie Hassan (New Hampshire). Photo courtesy of Laura Landerman-Garber
December 25, 2019, 12:16 pm
Holiday card project sends thousands of greetings to soldiers
Former Forest Hills resident eases the season with lessons learned as a child.
By Adam Reinherz
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