Three Maine vets talk about what they saw, heard, smelled and felt in Iraq and Afghanistan because it helps them move on.

After Richard Brewer of Falmouth learns how much it helps, he connects other veterans with service dogs.

Steven SanPedro works to protect benefits and connect vets to services – and to their communities.

William Schnorr, 91, of Dixfield, received a long-overdue medal this year and enjoyed an Honor Flight last fall.

Peggy Akers of Portland feels a responsibility to share ‘what war does.’

The Travis Mills Foundation is building the Maine Chance Veterans Family Retreat for injured veterans like him and their families.

Matt Jacobson markets Maine lobster and helps lead the charge against cancer.

Bryan Noyes of Portland’s VFW has learned that sharing his difficulties as well as his successes builds trust with other vets.

Former Marine Mark Balfantz was inspired to serve his community by the camaraderie he experienced in the military.