Local Veterans and Their Stories
To preserve the memory and sacrifice of our veterans, the Freedom Museum is dedicated to documenting and sharing the stories of our local veterans, both past and present. Read some of the stories below that we’ve collected so far and check in regularly for new stories highlighting our veterans’ dedication, perseverance, and bravery.
William “Bill” Baker’s First Combat Flight
Local Virginian Bill Baker took his first combat flight in 1943. By the end of his career, he'd successfully flown 47 missions. Read all about his fascinating first experience in flight combat on our Freedom Museum blog.