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This Day in History: Robert G. Cole’s bravery in World War II
On this day in 1944, a soldier is killed in action. Robert G. Cole was a Lieutenant Colonel in the 101st Airborne Division, also known as...
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Sep 18, 20233 min read
This Day in History: Unity after 9-11
On this day in 2001, a firefighter stands atop a fire truck in the middle of the World Trade Center’s smoldering remains. Bob Beckwith...
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Sep 14, 20233 min read
This Day in History: Aitken's Bible
On this day in 1782, the Continental Congress recommends a Bible to the residents of the United States. This particular translation was...
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Sep 12, 20232 min read
This Day in History: A Hero of 9-11
On this day in 2001, terrorists attack our country. Many heroes emerged that day, including Retired Army Reserve Col. Cyril Richard...
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Sep 11, 20233 min read
This Day in History: Battle of Eutaw Springs
On this day in 1781, the Battle of Eutaw Springs is fought. It would be the last major Revolutionary War battle fought south of Virginia....
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Sep 8, 20232 min read
This Day in History: Women Airforce Service Pilots
On this day in 1942, the first pilot qualifies to fly for the Women’s Auxiliary Ferrying Squadron. That squadron was a predecessor to the...
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Sep 7, 20233 min read
This Day in History: President William McKinley is shot
On this day in 1901, President William McKinley is shot by a gunman. He would pass away eight days later. The McKinleys were then...
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Sep 6, 20233 min read
This Day in History: The first Continental Congress opens in prayer
On this day in 1774, the first Continental Congress convenes at Carpenters’ Hall in Philadelphia. Its goal was to coordinate a response...
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Sep 4, 20232 min read
This Day in History: Melvin L. Brown's bravery in Korea
On this day in 1950, a hero engages in an action that would earn him the Medal of Honor. Melvin Brown was one of 8 children born into a...
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Sep 4, 20233 min read
This Day in History: Coolidge on Labor Day
On this day in 1924, Calvin Coolidge discusses Labor Day, which he thought a “peculiarly American holiday,” recognizing the “worth and...
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Sep 1, 20231 min read
This Day in History: The origins of the Flag Code
On or around this day in 1942, the United States Congress considers amendments to the United States Flag Code. Did you know that the...
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Aug 31, 20234 min read
This Day in History: The odd duel between Christopher Gadsden and Robert Howe
On this day in 1778, Brigadier General Christopher Gadsden and Major General Robert Howe engage in a duel. Perhaps you remember Gadsden...
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Aug 30, 20232 min read
This Day in History: Ola Lee Mize's "one-man battle"
On this day in 1931, a hero is born. Ola Lee Mize has been called “one of Alabama’s great fighting sons,” who fought “the greatest...
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Aug 28, 20233 min read
This Day in History: Rose O’Neal Greenhow, Confederate Spy
On this day in 1861, Confederate spy Rose O’Neal Greenhow is placed under house arrest. When the Civil War began, Greenhow was a widow...
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Aug 23, 20233 min read
This Day in History: The X-15 Hypersonic Plane
On this day in 1963, a NASA test pilot soars into space. Joseph A. Walker was then flying an experimental spaceplane, the X-15. The trip...
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Aug 21, 20234 min read
This Day in History: Marvin Rex Young's heroism in Vietnam
On this day in 1968, a hero puts his life on the line, saving his fellow soldiers. Marvin “Rex” Young would later receive a Medal of...
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Aug 21, 20233 min read
This Day in History: Battle of Bennington
On this day in 1777, Brigadier General John Stark writes a letter, reporting on his stunning victory at the Battle of Bennington. It was...
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Aug 18, 20233 min read
This Day in History: Washington on Human Nature
On this day in 1779, General George Washington writes a letter. He was worried about a double agent, then working for the Continental...
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Aug 17, 20232 min read
This Day in History: The Battle of Camden
On this day in 1780, Americans suffer a demoralizing defeat at the Battle of Camden. One brave officer died a heroic death! Another fled...
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Aug 16, 20232 min read
This Day in History: WWII’s Operation Dragoon is a smashing success
On this day in 1944, Operation Dragoon begins. That campaign through southern France has been called “one of the most successful—and...
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Aug 14, 20233 min read
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