Stories
USO stories from service members and families
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Standing Together Through the Distance: Honoring Our Nation’s Deployed Military Service Members and Their Families
Deployments are one of the most demanding parts of military life. They bring distance, uncertainty, and emotional strain for those who serv…
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Beyond the Uniform: An Air Force Veteran’s Mission to Serve Again, Now Through the USO
For service members walking into the USO Wright-Patterson AFB Center after a long day, the familiar comforts of the Center are a welcome re…
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In Honor of the Coast Guard’s 234th Birthday
As the United States Coast Guard celebrated its 234th birthday on August 4, 2024, it is a perfect moment to recognize not only the rich his…
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USO Volunteer of the Quarter: Mary Lykins
The USO has countless dedicated volunteers, and each quarter we honor someone who has embodied the dedication and support we know that all …