The Nazi SS Officer That Became a Green Beret, Died in combat, and is Buried at Arlington

The Nazi SS Officer That Became a Green Beret, Died in combat, and is Buried at Arlington

Jun 09 , 2024

Ben Owen

In Section 60 of Arlington National Cemetery, among the thousands of white granite headstones for American soldiers killed in action, stands a marker bearing the names of four servicemen who died ...

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THE REAPER: The 3rd Ranger Battalion’s Deadliest Sniper

THE REAPER: The 3rd Ranger Battalion’s Deadliest Sniper

May 28 , 2024

Ben Jackson

You never know how stress and sleeplessness are going to affect you. As we rolled along in the trucks, I was struck by just how beautiful the area was. The moon was up and full, and we’d entered a...

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A Paratrooper’s Legendary Beer Run during the Battle of Bastogne

A Paratrooper’s Legendary Beer Run during the Battle of Bastogne

Feb 16 , 2024

Ben Owen

Vincent J. Speranza is a celebrated World War II veteran, known for his service in the 101st Airborne Division, an elite paratrooper unit. While Speranza's wartime experiences embody the courage an...

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Biggest Potential Breakthrough in Amelia Earhart Disappearance in 86 Years!

Biggest Potential Breakthrough in Amelia Earhart Disappearance in 86 Years!

Feb 14 , 2024

Ben Jackson

Amelia Earhart’s long-lost aeroplane raises questions. Experts weigh in on the mystery that continues to captivate us.---Researchers believe they may have found aviator Amelia Earhart's long-lost p...

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Major Stephen Pless: Landing a bird amidst overwhelming enemy fire to rescue wounded

Major Stephen Pless: Landing a bird amidst overwhelming enemy fire to rescue wounded

Feb 04 , 2024

Ben Owen

Major Stephen W. Pless, a United States Marine Corps helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War, became a legendary figure for his extraordinary heroism in a rescue mission that earned him the Medal o...

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One Man Tank Killer Earns Medal of Honor

One Man Tank Killer Earns Medal of Honor

Jan 15 , 2024

Ben Owen

Sp5c. Dwight Johnson, a tank driver with Company B, received the Medal of Honor for his actions on this day in 1968. At this time, he was a member of a reaction force moving to aid other elements o...

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