According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, approximately 16 million Americans served during World War II. Of those who served, it is estimated that less than 5%, or roughly 400,000 veterans, are still alive — most 90 years old or older.

This is the second of two photo albums featuring some of these World War II veterans with Penn State connections. To view the first photo album of World War II veterans, go to https://news.psu.edu/gallery/591201/2019/10/10/penn-state-community-recognizes-world-war-ii-veterans-1-2-albums.

The University community thanks these veterans for their service to the United States of America.

Penn State has a longstanding and proud tradition of serving the men and women of our military through education benefits, resources, support and more. This year's Military Appreciation Week, from Nov. 8 to 16, will honor America's "Greatest Generation" with a week-long series of campus events, including a football game, Veterans Day ceremony, speaker series and more. Visit militaryappreciation.psu.edu to learn more.