James Capers Receives the Medal of Honor during the Vietnam War in 1967
On June 18, 2026, Major James Capers Jr., U.S. Marine Corps (Retired), was awarded the Medal of Honor at a White House ceremony for his extraordinary heroism during the Vietnam War in 1967. Earlier this year, the Veterans Museum had the privilege of visiting Major Capers at his home in Jacksonville, North Carolina, to record his story for the Library of Congress Veterans History Project.
Major General James S. “Hammer” Hartsell, USMC (Ret.) shares thoughts on preserving veteran stories
When the man responsible for serving Florida’s 1.5 million veterans speaks, we listen. Major General James S. “Hammer” Hartsell, USMC (Ret.) and Executive Director of the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs, sat down with the Veterans Museum to share his thoughts on why preserving veteran stories matters and what the interview process means to those who experience it. This is a voice worth hearing.
Veterans Museum Interview with Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Jen Easterly
United States Military Cemeteries News & Updates News & Updates From West Point to Cyber Command: A Life of Service, Leadership, and Resilience In this conversation, Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Jen Easterly shares her journey from a childhood steeped in literature and poetry to a distinguished military career. She discusses the challenges she faced as a woman at West Point, the importance of mentorship, and her experiences in military intelligence.