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She Was Known As “The Woman With The Limp”
I found this account over at the website DamnInteresting.com. And the website does live up to its name. But first, I’d like you to check out the story of Virginia Hall, a woman born in Maryland in 1906. Long story short, when Virginia was only 26, she went on a hunting trip in Turkey and... »
Frank Luke – American Aviator
Some men just seemed destined to be great, and when it comes to wartime greatness, I have to admit, it sure seems like a little crazy is necessary. American aviator Frank Luke flew during World War I and has an incredible record to show for it. Sadly though, Frank didn’t make it out of... »
POW/MIA Recognition Day
Today is a day dedicated by the United States Air Force to remembering those lost without closure in past and current wars. Throughout our country’s history, many have been simply written off as MIA or POW – never to be found. Families couldn’t have closure on the final whereabouts of a loved one. But... »
WWI Veteran Dies at 111
This past Saturday, the last British WWI veteran, Harry Patch, passed away at the full age of 111. This marks the end of an era for the country, but not the end of the memories. France and Germany have both lost all their remaining veterans, and the U.S. still has Frank Buckles, 108, as... »
National WWII Memorial
The World War II Memorial honors the 16 million who served in the armed forces of the U.S., the more than 400,000 who died, and all who supported the war effort from home. Symbolic of the defining event of the 20th Century, the memorial is a monument to the spirit, sacrifice, and commitment of... »
Army Man Finally Awarded Bronze Star Earned in WWII
It was a miserable existence all winter long some six decades ago as Morris N. Bishop was among the Allied forces fighting the Germans, hunkering in a freezing foxhole in the mountains of Italy. Then, when the Army sergeant returned home from World War II in full uniform, he couldn’t even buy a hot dog... »
4th of July Tribute
I’ve seen this particular piece circle the internet before, but I think it’s a good reminder of all that we owe to be here today. Not all of our heroes are soldiers. Perfectly ordinary people all over the world will stand up and do what they think is right for their families and for... »
Historical Hero – Noel Chavasse
Every war has its heroes. This post is dedicated to Noel Godfrey Chavasse who served in World War I. He began his career by studying medicine, and ended up joining the Royal Army Medical Corps in 1913. Neither illness nor injury kept him from his duty of helping his fellow soldiers. He received multiple... »