William Harvey Carney was a black man born into slavery in Norfolk, Virginia in 1840. He … Valor FridayRead more
We Remember
77 years ago today, the flag was raised at Iwo Jima
In what became perhaps the most famous American photo of all time, an iconic image of … 77 years ago today, the flag was raised at Iwo JimaRead more
‘Candy Bomber’ of the Berlin Airlift, Col Gail Halvorsen, dies aged 101
Boomer sends in the word that Colonel Gail Halvorsen, famed for being the ‘Candy Bomber’ during … ‘Candy Bomber’ of the Berlin Airlift, Col Gail Halvorsen, dies aged 101Read more
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Born to Croatia immigrants in 1922, Michael Novosel’s life is an incredible story several times over. … Valor FridayRead more
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As I’ve discussed before, the Medal of Honor was not limited strictly to combat actions for … Valor FridayRead more
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I came across today’s subject by chance while working on another article. I thought his story … Valor FridayRead more
Another Is Known
Missing more than 50 years, Vietnam pilot’s remains to be returned to Grandview family BY CORY … Another Is KnownRead more
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Sometimes you come across a man’s story that really is so fantastic that it stretches the … Valor FridayRead more