Not all who served in the Union forces during the Civil War were US citizens. It’s … Belated Honors for a HeroRead more
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A Forgotten Hero Is Belatedly Honored
In 1867, Emil Fredreksen was born. In 1950, he died, aged 83. He died without known … A Forgotten Hero Is Belatedly HonoredRead more
One Marine Killed, Several Wounded in Iraq
Fox News is reporting that one Marine has been killed and several others injured by indirect … One Marine Killed, Several Wounded in IraqRead more
Rest in Peace, Mr. E
Keith Emerson, of Emerson Lake and Palmer, passed away this past week in Santa Monica, CA. … Rest in Peace, Mr. ERead more
George Kennedy passes
The news comes to us that actor George Kennedy has passed at the tender age of … George Kennedy passesRead more
A Life Well Lived
A veteran of World War II died a week ago. It’s likely you’ve never heard of … A Life Well LivedRead more
Colonel Jerry D. Driscoll passes
Mick and Bobo send us links to the sad news that Colonel Jerry D. Driscoll has … Colonel Jerry D. Driscoll passesRead more
Captain Aaron J. Eidem; good Samaritan dies
Chief Tango and David sent us links to the sad news that Captain Aaron J. Eidem … Captain Aaron J. Eidem; good Samaritan diesRead more