American Veterans Center

The mission of the American Veterans Center is to guard the legacies and honor the sacrifices of all American veterans. Through oral history preservation, educational programs and civic events, we pass their stories on to the next generation so that they are never forgotten.

For footage licensing inquiries or other questions, please contact us at youtube@americanveteranscenter.org




American Veterans Center

The AVC sat down with rock icon Gene Simmons to discuss how his mother was able to survive several Nazi concentration camps during World War II and how her experience shaped his life ==> https://youtu.be/XqgWDUkdTN4

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During the final chaotic moments of the war in Afghanistan with U.S. forces withdrawing in Kabul, a devastating suicide bomber struck the civilian entrance known as "Abbey Gate" at Hamid Karzai International Airport.

Major Geoff Ball was commander of Ghost Company, 2d Battalion, 1st Marines that day at Abbey Gate and witnessed the heroism of his Marines first hand.

Hear his story here ==> https://youtu.be/-m_mO1-eYpU

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Operational Detachment Alpha (ODA) 595 was a U.S. Army Special Forces team that operated in northern Afghanistan as part of the "Horse Soldiers" in the initial response to the 9/11 attacks.

We sat down with ODA 595 member Pete Walther to hear about these early days of combat in the War on Terrorism ==> https://youtu.be/ynuouOxwox8

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We brought together two different generations of Fighter Pilots to breakdown the evolution of aerial combat from WWII to the modern-day ==> https://youtu.be/RU3VpdDZXvw

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The incredible survival story of Navy SEAL Jason Redman ==> https://youtu.be/iRMH0VcBfQ8

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One week away! If you're into military history, you can't miss this! On November 7 & 8 in Washington, DC, AVC will bring together nearly FORTY living heroes of World War II - plus legends of the last 80 years of history - and you can see it all for FREE!

From D-Day to Iwo Jima. Chosin Reservoir to Ia Drang. The famed ODA 595 'Horse Soldiers' to U.S. Navy SEALs. The AVC's 28th Annual American Valor Heroes & Legends Conference brings together the greatest living stories of American history, all to share their stories and lessons in a one of a kind Veterans Day special event.

And YOU are invited. Join the full weekend of events, or register to attend the AVC Conference sessions on Friday, November 7 and Saturday, November 8 for FREE by following this link: secure.anedot.com/american-veterans-center/avc2025…

Check out the full daily schedule of events and list of participating heroes here: americanveteranscenter.org/avc-events/annual-confe…

For questions about the event or how to register, e-mail conference@avcmail.org.

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History nuts! Have you ever wanted to spend a weekend with the heroes you see on this channel? Well here's your chance - for FREE!

The AVC's 28th Annual 'American Valor' Heroes Conference on November 7 & 8 in Washington, DC is bringing together DOZENS of the greatest heroes of the last 80 years of history. It's YOUR chance to meet and listen to stories from the surviving heroes of World War II, to veterans of Chosin Reservoir and Ia Drang, and incredible stories from Navy SEALs and post-9/11 operations. Tickets to the conference's speaker sessions are available at NO CHARGE for those interested in attending!

Participating speakers include:

- Nearly 40 Veterans of WWII!
- Veterans from the Chosin Reservoir
- Veterans of the Battle of Ia Drang in Vietnam

- U.S. Navy SEALs
- Medal of Honor Recipient - Major General James Livingston
- The ODA 595- U.S. Army "Horse Soldiers", who led the first missions into Afghanistan
- 9/11 Survivors and First Responders
And Many More!

Check out the full schedule of events here: americanveteranscenter.org/avc-events/annual-confe…

To register for the Friday, Nov. 7 and/or Saturday, Nov. 8 speaker sessions for FREE, visit the following link, and use discount code AVCFB: secure.anedot.com/american-veterans-center/avc2025…

For any questions about attending, e-mail conference@avcmail.org. Looking forward to seeing you there for what will be an incredible gathering of heroes!

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I Survived the Attack on Pearl Harbor and the Battle of Iwo Jima ==> https://youtu.be/Fp59pSaVzhk

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I Was in the Deadliest Position on the Bomber ==> https://youtu.be/fuC0NAlYSi4

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Hear firsthand accounts from those who lived history. Stories from the Front shares powerful histories straight from American heroes and history makers who served with courage, sacrifice, and resilience across generations.


Each episode brings their voices to life, preserving untold stories from the battlefield and epic moments of history. From World War II to modern conflicts, this series honors their courage, inspires us all, and ensures these legacies are never forgotten. Watch here: open.spotify.com/show/6cX4wF0XEPhHExDbf4kEf5

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