Letter from Joanie Parrillo
Second Book for ‘Unsung Heroes’
Volume two of “Cooperstown, NY: Home of the Unsung Heroes,” is filling up nicely. This will be your last chance to be part of Cooperstown’s history, and what a year to be a part of it, marking the 250th birthday of our country. Marking another powerful milestone in this ongoing effort to honor every veteran in the surrounding area. Families have continued to come forward with stories, photos, and memories, helping ensure that no service member is forgotten, and we will keep accepting them for a while longer.
During the submission process for volume two, something unexpected and deeply meaningful happened: Many families sent in handwritten letters from their veterans—personal notes, wartime reflections, and messages preserved across generations. These letters carried a voice and emotions that stood apart from the traditional submissions.
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