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The Surprising History of Abraham Lincoln the Bartender
When we think of the sixteenth president of the United States, we usually picture a towering figure in a top hat, a...
The Surprising History of Abraham Lincoln the Bartender
When we think of the sixteenth president of the United States, we usually picture a towering...
The First Medal of Honor Recipients: The Great Locomotive Chase of 1862.
The Medal of Honor stands as the highest military decoration awarded by the United States...
The Surprising History of Abraham Lincoln the Bartender
When we think of the sixteenth president of the United States, we usually picture a towering figure in a top hat, a seasoned statesman, and the Great Emancipator. We picture the man who delivered the Gettysburg Address and safely guided a fractured nation through the...
The First Medal of Honor Recipients: The Great Locomotive Chase of 1862.
The Medal of Honor stands as the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government. It recognizes gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty. Many people recognize the modern prestige of this award, but fewer know...
The WWII Great Dane That Defused a Bomb
Animals have long served alongside humans in times of conflict. From carrying heavy artillery to sniffing out danger, their contributions to major historical events are well documented. Yet, some acts of bravery stand out simply because they defy all expectations and...