Tag: wwii
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‘The spirit of ’45’: Colorado Springs veterans commemorate 80th anniversary of end of WWII
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Generations of veterans gathered Wednesday at Pikes Peak National Cemetery to remember those who fought for America’s freedom in World War II, on the day Japan surrendered to American troops 80 years ago. A hazy day at the cemetery did not mute the tangible solitude…
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Scenes from the 2024 Pikes Peak Regional Airshow
Sights and sounds from the 2024 Pikes Peak Regional Airport in Colorado Springs on Saturday, August 17, 2024, featuring a performance by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels.
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World War II aircrafts flown ahead of Pikes Peak Airshow
WWII era military aircrafts, including the B-25 Mitchell “In the Mood” and the PBY Catalina, flew above Colorado Springs on Friday ahead of the Pikes Peak Airshow. Both planes are housed at the National Museum of WWII Aviation in town.
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Fort Carson honors D-Day with ceremony
Fort Carson Army Post and the 4th Infantry Division commemorated the contributions of the soldiers who served during World War II on the 80th Anniversary of D-Day with a ceremony at Manhart Field on Thursday, June 6. The ceremony featured re-enlistments and a demonstration of modern-day maneuvers.
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NEWS | WWII veteran recounts time as weather observer during Berlin Airlift
Emedie “John” Mazzella, a 97-year-old WWII veteran who later served as a weather observer and forecaster during the Berlin Airlift, recounts his time in Berlin. (Video by Stephanie Earls/ The Gazette)
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8 weekend things to do around Colorado Springs and beyond: Rodeo, Victor Gold Rush, Paranormal Cirque
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Go rodeo or hot rods, garden touring or gold camping and PRIDE celebrations this weekend around Colorado Springs and elsewhere in Colorado. THURSDAY-SATURDAY A highlight of the summer for 80 years, the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo continues this weekend at Norris-Penrose Event Center. Championship rodeo, bull…
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8 weekend things to do around Colorado Springs and beyond: Rodeo, Victor Gold Rush, Paranormal Cirque
Go rodeo or hot rods, garden touring or gold camping and PRIDE celebrations this weekend around Colorado Springs and elsewhere in Colorado. THURSDAY-SATURDAY A highlight of the summer for 80 years, the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo continues this weekend at Norris-Penrose Event Center. Championship rodeo, bull riding, saddle broncs and, for the kids, the delightful Mutton…
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Passion for WWII planes drew pilot to Colorado Springs
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Seeing smiles on the faces of passengers aboard the World War II aircraft that Bill Klaers flies is all the motivation and reward he needs. Klaers’ Colorado Springs operation features one of the world’s most renowned restoration shops for World War II planes, and he…
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Passion for WWII planes drew pilot to Colorado Springs
Seeing smiles on the faces of passengers aboard the World War II aircraft that Bill Klaers flies is all the motivation and reward he needs. Klaers’ Colorado Springs operation features one of the world’s most renowned restoration shops for World War II planes, and he heads a national museum next door. His passion for the…
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A last ride for Colorado Springs WWII Buffalo Soldier John Nichols
Buffalo soldier John Nichols has taken his last ride. The 96-year-old Colorado Springs native was remembered during a celebration of life ceremony Sunday at the rebuilt 1830s fur trading post Fort Lupton, northeast of Denver. With Nichols’ passing, only two Buffalo Soldiers from World War II remain alive, according to Nina Amos, vice president of…