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The Man Behind Monty
Bernard Law Montgomery's chief of staff, Sir Francis de Guingand, made things easier for a difficult general.
Although As Crooked As They Come, This Boston Politician Was Beloved
Michael Curley was as crooked as a pretzel.
What’s In the Box?! West Point Unveils Contents of 1828 Time Capsule
A nearly 200-year-old lead time capsule was opened today with some interesting results.
The Klondike Gold Rush Was Either a High Road to Riches or Heartbreak for Both Famous and Everyday Seekers
An 1896 gold strike along the namesake river in northwestern Canada brought a flood of characters who survive in the written works of Jack London and others.
Did J.E.B. Stuart’s Vanity Spark the Gettysburg Campaign?
How a Confederate Grand Review helped to instigate the Battle of Brandy Station.
Montford Point Marine Who Served in World War II, Vietnam Dies at 108
Cosmas D. Eaglin Sr., one of the first Black Marines ― who served in the military during three wars ― died Aug. 15.
Army of One: The Soldier Who Left Vietnam with 115 Confirmed Kills
Capt. Joe Ronnie Hooper’s service record remains one of the most astonishing testaments of bravery in the service’s long history.
In 1814 the British Stymied an American Attempt to Invade Canada. They Were Stopped at Lundy’s Lane.
Though a tactical draw, the Battle of Lundy's Lane left Canada in British hands.