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John Wayne aboard his yacht, the Wild Goose. | Legends Never Die: John Wayne

The Duke's true passion lay in his private yacht, the Wild Goose. This boat was more than just a possession; it was where he shed the burden of Hollywood, where he could be his most authentic self with family and friends. For John Wayne, the sea symbolized absolute freedom, limitless adventure, and his final peaceful harbor. He conquered the ocean through both his roles and his life, confirming that half of his soul remained a sailor forever. | Legends of US History

WWII Navy Veteran Honored with Quilt of Valor at American Legion Tribute to WWII Navy veteran Herb Ray at the American Legion Post 18 in Bloomington, Indiana. Watch as Ray, who served aboard the Navy’s USS YMS 17 in the Philippines in 1945, receives a Quilt of Valor in recognition of his service and bravery. Captured by Jeremy Hogan/The Bloomingtonian. #WWIIveteran #QuiltofValor #AmericanLegion #BloomingtonIndiana | The Bloomingtonian