Bob Dole broke barriers, overcoming near-fatal wounds from World War II to emerge as a U.S. senator, presidential candidate and advocate for veterans and the disabled. 

He died on the morning of Dec. 5 at the age of 98.

Across the nation, flags are flying at half staff as people mourn his death and remember his legacy.

“I was saddened to hear of the passing of Bob Dole,” history teacher Emily Williams said. “He definitely represented the best of the Greatest Generation and is a true public servant.”