WASHINGTON, DC – To encourage Kansas veterans to share their stories with the Library of Congress’ Veterans History Project, U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-Kan.) interviewed U.S. Senator Bob Dole (R-Kan.) to preserve his recollections of service for future generations. Senator Dole served in the Army in World War II and Senator Roberts is the most senior Marine in the Congress.
“I asked Senator Dole to share his inspiring story in his own words so that it would be preserved for all to see and hear alongside those from veterans across the country,” Roberts said. “Looking ahead to Memorial Day, I encourage all veterans to share their stories and honor our comrades in arms and those who paid the ultimate sacrifice by sharing their memories and experiences with the Veterans History Project.”
To download a high resolution short video about this effort, go here.
View a portion of the Dole interview here.
The Library of Congress’ Veteran’s History Project collects, preserves, and makes accessible the personal accounts of American war veterans so that future generations may hear directly from veterans and better understand the realities of war.
In the coming months, Senator Roberts will interview other Kansas veterans for the project and will encourage others to visit his website for information so that they too can share their oral history with the Veteran’s History Project put on permanent display in the Library of Congress.
“Inspired by Bob Dole’s visits with honor flight veterans at the World War II Memorial in Washington, I wanted to help encourage veterans to share their stories with future generations of Americans,” Roberts said. “So many veterans come to visit their memorials in Washington and reflect upon their service. Some tell of their experiences for the first time ever. These recollections should be preserved for future generations of Americans. What better way to honor the service and sacrifice of the men and women of the military than by adding their personal voices to our nation’s archival records?”
Senator Roberts’ district offices will also help collect veteran’s firsthand accounts to add to the national project.