• Leo Thorton with a flight assistant on the June 3, 2025 Midwest Honor Flight. Submitted photo
    Leo Thorton with a flight assistant on the June 3, 2025 Midwest Honor Flight. Submitted photo
On June 3, 2025, North Sioux City resident Leo Thorton, a World War II Navy veteran, embarked on a meaningful journey as part of the Midwest Honor Flight, a program dedicated to honoring veterans by providing them with an opportunity to visit Washington, D.C., and reflect on their service.Born in 1928, Leo lied about his age to enlist and served during World War II. He was given the nickname …

 

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