Help inspire a new generation of heroes by honoring our veterans
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Help inspire a new generation of heroes by honoring veterans like Marine Cpl. Daegan Page who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in Afghanistan.
Joni Ernst, a native of Red Oak and a combat veteran, represents Iowa in the U.S. Senate.
Over 80 years ago a student at East High School in Des Moines, Iowa, enlisted in the Iowa National Guard. It was the beginning of a 26-year military career that would span three wars and include participation in some of the most consequential battles in our history. Lester Cook was a member of our nation’s Greatest Generation, and he was also a member of the original "Darby’s Rangers" of the 1st Ranger Battalion in World War II. Lester’s bravery and years of service earned him Silver Stars, Purple Hearts, and Presidential Unit Citations, among many other honors.