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This Day in History: One B-17 vs. 22 Japanese fighters
On this day in 1943, a B-17 crew fends off nearly two dozen Japanese fighter planes. Captain Jay Zeamer and Second Lieutenant Joseph...
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This Day in History: The Most Decorated Soldier?
On this day in 1944, a soldier engages in an action that would earn him the Medal of Honor. Usually, Medals are awarded for bravery...
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2 days ago3 min read
This Day in History: Rosemary Hogan Luciano, Angel of Bataan
On this day in 1964, Col. Rosemary Hogan Luciano passes away. The former Army nurse had been one of World War II’s “Angels of Bataan.”...
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3 days ago3 min read
This Day in History: Rags, Canine War hero
On or around this day in 1916, a mixed-breed terrier is born. The little dog would go on to become an American war hero—and the U.S. 1st...
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5 days ago3 min read
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