As we approach #VeteransDay on November 11th, I will be spotlighting local veterans to honor their service and help commemorate this important holiday:

Dan Gimiliano of Bethel Park served in WWII & was drafted into the U.S. Army's 26th Infantry Division as an Ammunitions Truck Driver. He fought in 4 major battles in France, Austria & Czechoslovakia, earning a Bronze Star in each for driving his truck under enemy fire.

After the war, Dan was discharged as a Corporal T5 & had a successful 20+ year career as an engineer for Duquesne Slag. At 96 years old, he looks back fondly on his service.
Read this Post-Gazette profile: https://www.post-gazette.com/opinion/Op-Ed/2019/07/03/Rafael-Alvarez-A-Pittsburgh-patriot-observes-Independence-Day/stories/201907030039. Corporal Gimiliano, thank you for your service!

Jessie Ferrari served in the U.S. Air Force from 1968-71. She was in the first contingent of 30 Air Force women to arrive at Takhli AFB, Thailand as part of the 355th Combat Support Group with the 44th Tactical Fighter Squadron. She was honorably discharged as a Sergeant E4.

Jessie received the Air Force Commendation Medal for Meritorious Service & the WAF (Women in Air Force) Top Cat Award. Upon returning home, she continued public service for 30+years at @SocialSecurity. She is now retired & lives in Mt. Lebanon. Jessie, thank you for your service!