THE 2018
AMERICAN-MADE HEROES
Our 2018 heroes all had distinguished military careers and continue to serve in their communities today. Learn what inspires them to go above and beyond, and the work they’re doing to improve the lives of neighbors and fellow veterans.

christopher baity
USMC VETERAN
U.S. MARINE CORPS
Raised in Lithia Springs, Georgia, Chris Baity exhibited loyalty, integrity...

archie cook jr.
MAJOR
U.S. AIR FORCE
Dr. Archie Cook Jr. grew up playing football in Hendersonville, NC...

tyler crane
SERGEANT 1ST CLASS
U.S. ARMY
Tyler Crane grew up all over the United States, which instilled in him a love for his country ...

amanda ison runyon
HM2 (FMF)
U.S. NAVY
Amanda Runyon grew up in Spring Hill, Florida, where she still lives today....

michael siegel
SERGEANT MAJOR
U.S. ARMY (RET.)
Michael Siegel grew up in Leeper, PA. He is the oldest of four brothers, all of whom...

michael stinson
HMC (FMF)
U.S. NAVY
Michael "Doc" Stinson grew up in Florida and South Carolina, enlisting in the U.S. Navy...
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