U.S. Army Technician Third Grade Louis M. Gigliotti, a WWII soldier, tours the Alaska Veterans Museum following his recognition ceremony in Anchorage, July 19, 2024. The Alaska Office of Veterans Affairs recognized Gigliotti for securing his veteran benefits more than 78 years after his honorable discharge. Gigliotti never applied for his veteran benefits after his honorable discharge. To recognize him for ultimately securing these, Gigliotti received the Alaska Veterans Honor Medal. (Alaska National Guard photo by Balinda O'Neal)