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This Day in History: WWII's Ice Cream Barges
On this day in 1942, USS Lexington is stricken from the Naval Register. She’s been called an “iconic warship of the US Navy,” but do you...
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Jun 243 min read
This Day in History: Joseph Muller's bravery at Okinawa
On this day in 1908, a hero is born. Joseph Edward Muller would go on to receive the Medal of Honor for his actions in World War II. ...
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Jun 233 min read
This Day in History: Battle of the Philippine Sea
On this day in 1944, Americans win a decisive victory at the two-day Battle of the Philippine Sea. The Japanese had been trying to defend...
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Jun 203 min read
This Day in History: Damon Gause's "Great Escape" (pt. 2)
On this day in 1942, an American pilot continues his “great escape.” Damon “Rocky” Gause would make a 3,200-mile trip across ocean waters...
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Jun 183 min read
This Day in History: Damon Gause's "Great Escape"
On this day in 1915, a future World War II pilot is born. Damon “Rocky” Gause is perhaps best known for his “great escape” from the...
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Jun 173 min read
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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Jun 163 min read
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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Jun 133 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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Jun 113 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 103 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 93 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 53 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 53 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 33 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 23 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 313 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 313 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 303 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 283 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 283 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 273 min read
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