Tag: gold star mass
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74th Gold Star Mass Honors the Lives of 56 Alumni Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice
By John D’Ambrosio ‘21 Combat and warfare have been a nearly eternal part of civilization. While most of us fear war, courageous men and women are still willing to sacrifice their lives in combat to protect their country and the people they love. During World War I, the Gold Star tradition was born. Families with…
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Gold Stars Shine for Eternity: Chaminade Remembers Its Alumni Fallen in Combat
In combat across the globe, from the jungles of Vietnam to the deserts of Afghanistan, military alumni of Chaminade have made the ultimate sacrifice for the good of the United States. In such selfless acts, these men lost their lives, and families lost their beloved.