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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 22, 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 15, 20233 min read
This Day in History: Leroy Mendonca's bravery in Korea
On this day in 1952, a hero receives the Medal of Honor. Sergeant Leroy Mendonca had ignored an order to withdraw. Instead, he threw...
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Aug 14, 20233 min read
This Day in History: Georgia defies the British government
On this day in 1774, the Sons of Liberty hold a meeting—except it was more than just a meeting! It was Georgia’s first formal act of...
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Aug 10, 20232 min read
This Day in History: Rachel Silverthorn makes a daring ride
On this day in 1778, Rachel Silverthorn makes a daring ride. Tradition has it that she volunteered for her mission when no man would. She...
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Aug 8, 20233 min read
This Day in History: Gerald Ford pardons Richard Nixon
On this day in 1974, President Richard Nixon announces his resignation from office. He’d been facing impeachment and possible criminal...
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Aug 8, 20233 min read
This Day in History: Robert McTureous's bravery at Okinawa
On this day in 1946, a United States Marine receives the Medal of Honor. Robert “Bobby” McTureous’s parents would receive the Medal on...
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Aug 7, 20233 min read
This Day in History: USS Nautilus
On this day in 1958, USS Nautilus travels under ice in the Arctic Sea. She’d just become the first to travel, submerged, under the North...
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Aug 4, 20233 min read
This Day in History: “I do not choose to run for president”
On this day in 1927, Calvin Coolidge declines to run for re-election as President. His statement to the press was simple: “I do not...
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Aug 2, 20233 min read
This Day in History: “Killer” Kane & Operation Tidal Wave
On this day in 1943, a hero engages in an action that would earn him the Medal of Honor. Colonel John R. Kane flew bombing missions with...
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Aug 1, 20233 min read
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