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Indigenous WWI veterans get long awaited Medal of Honor reviewNumerous Indigenous veterans are currently being reviewed as potential recipients of the Medal of Honor — more than a century after they served.2 days ago
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US and allies mark 80th anniversary of WWII Battle of the BulgeOne of the most important and deadly battles in World War II, the Battle of the Bulge stopped Adolf Hitler’s last-ditch offensive.12 days ago
The scale of Japanese radio deception in the days before Pearl HarborAn elaborate scheme of radio denial and deception developed by Japan blinded Washington to Tokyo’s intentions.3 weeks ago
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UK D-Day vet who escorted US troops to Normandy beaches dies at 99George Chandler was one of the dwindling cohort of D-Day survivors who gathered last summer to commemorate its 80th anniversary.8 weeks ago
Bronze statue of Tuskegee airman found after theft from Detroit parkThe statue of Lt. Col. Alexander Jefferson was reported missing Wednesday evening from Rouge Park on Detroit's far west side.8 weeks ago
Family of Black WWII medic finally receives medal for his heroismWaverly B. Woodson Jr. was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for treating 200 troops under enemy fire on D-Day.3 months ago