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This Day in History: The Great White Fleet
On this day in 1909, sixteen American battleships arrive at Hampton Roads, Virginia. This “Great White Fleet” of U.S. Navy vessels had...
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Feb 22, 20243 min read
This Day in History: Frederick Douglass, abolitionist
On this day in 1895, Frederick Douglass passes away. He’d once been a slave, but he’d gone on to become one of the most noted and...
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Feb 20, 20243 min read
This Day in History: George "Bud" Day's heroism in Vietnam
On this day in 1925, a hero is born. George “Bud” Day served in World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. He served as a Marine,...
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Feb 19, 20243 min read
This Day in History: Aaron Burr arrested for treason
On this day in 1807, former Vice President Aaron Burr is arrested for treason. Less than three years earlier, he had killed Alexander...
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Feb 19, 20243 min read
This Day in History: Medals of Honor at Iwo Jima
On this day in 1945, United States Marines make a dangerous amphibious landing on the shores of Iwo Jima. One officer would later...
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Feb 19, 20243 min read
This Day in History: George Washington's Call to Service
On this day in 1789, George Washington receives a letter from his friend Henry Knox. The two had been awaiting the outcome of our...
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Feb 16, 20243 min read
This Day in History: Jefferson DeBlanc's bravery in the skies
On this day in 1921, a hero is born. Jefferson DeBlanc was just a young boy when he discovered a love for aviation. An airplane had made...
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Feb 15, 20243 min read
This Day in History: The fall of Fort Donelson
On this day in 1862, Confederate forces attempt to break out of Fort Donelson. The effort did not succeed; instead, the Union victory...
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Feb 15, 20243 min read
This Day in History: Stars and Stripes Saluted for First Time
On this day in 1778, the Continental Navy sloop Ranger sails into a French bay, proudly flying the American flag. It fires 13 guns,...
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Feb 14, 20243 min read
This Day in History: Thomas Selfridge, aviation pioneer
On this day in 1882, a future aviation pioneer is born. Thomas E. Selfridge’s name isn’t well known, but he was among those working to...
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Feb 8, 20243 min read
This Day in History: The Great Baltimore Fire
On this day in 1904, the Great Baltimore Fire breaks out. The conflagration would decimate more than 1,500 buildings across at least 70...
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Feb 7, 20243 min read
This Day in History: Apollo 14 returns from the moon
On this day in 1971, the crew of Apollo 14 returns to Earth. The astronauts had just become the third NASA crew to walk on the moon....
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Feb 7, 20243 min read
This Day in History: Archie Van Winkle's bravery in Korea
On this day in 1952, a hero receives the Medal of Honor. Colonel Archie Van Winkle is one of only two Medal recipients to hail from the...
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Feb 6, 20243 min read
This Day in History: The Last WWI Veteran
On this day in 1901, Frank Woodruff Buckles is born. He became best known for his longevity: He was the last living American veteran of...
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Feb 1, 20244 min read
This Day in History: Washington’s Birthday a federal holiday
On this day in 1879, Congress makes George Washington’s birthday a holiday. As far as the federal government is concerned, there is no...
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Jan 31, 20243 min read
This Day in History: Roger Donlon’s heroism
On this day in 1934, a future army captain and Medal of Honor recipient is born. He passed away several days ago, just five days shy of...
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Jan 30, 20243 min read
This Day in History: George Washington's only trip abroad
On this day in 1752, George Washington returns home from a trip to Barbados. That four-month trip would prove to be the one and only time...
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Jan 30, 20243 min read
This Day in History: Maximo Yabes in Vietnam
On this day in 1932, a hero is born. Maximo “Max” Yabes would be awarded a Medal of Honor for his bravery in Vietnam. His heroic action...
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Jan 29, 20243 min read
This Day in History: Lt. Jack ReVelle, Cold War Hero
On this day in 2020, a hero passes away. Lt. Jack ReVelle is best known for his efforts to disarm two Mark 39 thermonuclear bombs that...
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Jan 26, 20243 min read
This Day in History: First Live Televised Press Conference
On this day in 1961, John F. Kennedy becomes the first United States President to give a live, televised press conference. Modern...
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Jan 25, 20242 min read
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