It’s a U.S. Marines tradition to never leave a comrade behind. As far as John Folsom was concerned, that rule applied to Smoke, a wild donkey he met while serving in Iraq: Folsom devoted more than three years to arranging Smoke’s transport to Nebraska.
A personal connection to those who serve
How to cope when a loved one is enlisted
How to show appreciation to members of our military
Budget tips, discounts, special benefits, government programs and more
What not to do if you have a child in the military
A military mom admires her son’s transition from recruit to full-fledged U.S. Marine.
Reaching out to friends for support when a loved one is deployed.
How to support military families in your community
