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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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Jun 11, 20253 min read
This Day in History: The Continental Army
On or around this day in 1775, John Adams gives a speech before the Continental Congress, urging delegates to create a new, unified...
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Jun 10, 20253 min read
This Day in History: Bernard Ray's Sacrifice
On this day in 1921, a hero is born. Bernard “Bernie” Ray would go on to become a soldier and a World War II hero. His actions during the...
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Jun 9, 20253 min read
This Day in History: D-Day
On this day in 1944, Allied troops land on the beaches of Normandy, France. Today is the anniversary of D-Day! That effort was massive....
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Jun 6, 20253 min read
This Day in History: Senator Robert F. Kennedy is shot
On this day in 1968, Senator Robert F. Kennedy is shot by an assassin. His death would strike the nation hard: Bobby’s older brother,...
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Jun 5, 20253 min read
This Day in History: The tragedy of USS Frank E. Evans
On this day in 1969, USS Frank E. Evans accidentally collides with the Australian carrier HMAS Melbourne , tragically bringing her...
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Jun 3, 20253 min read
This Day in History: Garlin M. Conner vs. 600 Germans
On this day in 1919, a hero is born. Garlin M. Conner would go on to receive the Medal of Honor, albeit not until almost two decades...
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Jun 2, 20253 min read
This Day in History: The origins of Memorial Day, shrouded in mystery
On this day in 1971, Memorial Day is observed on a new date. If you don’t know much about the history of this weekend’s holiday, then you...
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May 31, 20253 min read
This Day in History: The first American flying ace
On this day in 1918, Lt. Douglas Campbell becomes the first all-American flying ace. Despite this feat and despite his service with...
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May 31, 20253 min read
This Day in History: "America's Ace of Aces"
On this day in 1918, Eddie Rickenbacker shoots down his sixth enemy plane, a mere two days after he’d become a flying ace. This legendary...
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May 30, 20253 min read
The Federalist Papers: No. 85
On this day in 1788, the last Federalist Paper is published. Thanks to all of you who have persevered with me through the entire series....
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May 28, 20253 min read
This Day in History: Cher Ami, heroic WWI pigeon
On this day in 1918, Americans launch an attack at Cantigny, France. That World War I conflict is notable, in part, because it marked an...
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May 28, 20253 min read
This Day in History: George Washington starts a war. Sort of.
On this day in 1754, a young George Washington receives a message as he leads a Virginian regiment in an area near modern-day Pittsburgh....
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May 27, 20253 min read
This Day in History: Richard Pittman's bravery in Vietnam
On this day in 1945, a hero is born. Richard Pittman would go on to become a United States Marine and a recipient of the Medal of Honor....
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May 26, 20253 min read
This Day in History: Arlington National Cemetery
On this day in 1861, the U.S. Army occupies General Robert E. Lee’s property at Arlington. The move would ultimately lead to the creation...
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May 24, 20253 min read
This Day in History: Van T. Barfoot versus three German tanks
On this day in 1944, a soldier engages in an action that would earn him the Medal of Honor. Colonel Van T. Barfoot has been called “[o]ne...
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May 23, 20253 min read
This Day in History: Martha Washington passes away
On this day in 1802, Martha Washington passes away. Her family mourned her passing, but Martha herself was ready to go. She would finally...
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May 22, 20253 min read
The Federalist Papers: No. 84
At about this time in 1788, Alexander Hamilton (a.k.a. Publius) writes Federalist Paper No. 84. His essay would later appear in a bound...
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May 21, 20253 min read
This Day in History: USS Scorpion
On this day in 1968, a nuclear submarine in the United States Navy makes her last contact with an American base. She would soon go...
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May 21, 20253 min read
This Day in History: Operation Drumbeat
On this day in 1942, an American passenger-cargo ship travels from Guatemala to New Orleans. No one could then know it, but Heredia ...
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May 16, 20254 min read
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