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The worst and best college football traditions in America
You’ll find yourself rooting for Iowa at every Hawkeyes home game.
The Civil War started and ended at the same guy’s house
Wilmer McLean was probably the unluckiest homeowner in American history.
6 songs that will always remind America of the Vietnam War
Even the kids know what number one on this list is.
The Marquis de Lafayette’s Paris gravesite is filled with dirt from Massachusetts
The “Hero of Two Worlds” is buried in soil from both.
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A critically injured Navy SEAL explains why wounded warriors don’t want your pity
“If you are coming into this room with sorrow or to feel sorry for my wounds, go elsewhere.”
What it means when a Marine Corps officer hands over a sidearm during a war
“The whole world that you’ve built comes crumbling down.”
How German actress Marlene Dietrich fought back against the Nazis at every turn
“Hitler is an idiot.”
Why grave robbing Confederate Civil War dead is big business
It turns out that digging up old war relics is low risk and high reward.
Her husband’s deployment was just extended to a year. She says the reality is ‘a gut punch.’
“Please keep our service members and families in your prayers.”
Army, Navy, and Air Force: Your 2026 service academy football preview
Army and Navy finished last season with bowl victories, while Air Force will attempt to rebound from consecutive losing seasons.
You’re not ready for this prisoner of war film based on a true story
Col. Norm McDaniel turned the darkest and most painful years of his life into an inspirational offering to others.
How this woman amazingly survived both terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center
“I’m a living testament that it can happen to you, and it can happen to you twice.”
How veterans can receive free dental care during a Day of Service
“A smile goes a long way.”
Emperor Caligula took Rome to war against the god of the sea
If your emperor rules by the mandate of the gods, but then orders you to attack a god at home, does he still have the mandate?
What ‘Trolls’ can teach military families about social media
Trolls literally lose their bright colors after fear, sadness, and hopelessness take over their being.
How ‘the real Forrest Gump’ got his stolen Medal of Honor back
“In combat, you learn to do for your brother what you hope they do for you.”
How World War II, ‘GI Joe,’ and a Vietnam War Marine shaped ‘Transformers’
Optimus Prime’s brother was a Vietnam War Marine.
A military spouse’s viral plea raises a terrifying question for families living overseas
“Please help me get home.”
Jordan Salinas used a silenced FN 5.7 inspired by ‘Splinter Cell’ to help stop the In-N-Out shooter
Anyone who says they haven’t wanted a firearm because of a video game is lying.
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