Feb
03
Eugene Luther Gore Vidal, an American writer and public intellectual, was renowned for his clever wit. In his novels and essays, Vidal interrogated perceived social and sexual norms. He also delved into politics, where he sought the Democratic Party candidate in 1960 (U.S. House of Representatives) and 1982 (U.S. Senate)....
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Feb
02
Spiro Agnew, born November 9, 1918, served as the 39th Vice President of the United States from 1969 to 1973 under President Richard Nixon. A Baltimore native and graduate of Johns Hopkins University, Agnew served in the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean War. After working in...
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Feb
01
Rutherford B. Hayes, born on October 4, 1822, in Delaware, Ohio, was a key figure in American history. He served as the 19th President of the United States. Beyond his presidency, Hayes had a notable post-Civil War military career and political journey that left a lasting impact on the nation....
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Jan
31
Nestled in the quaint town of Hendersonville, North Carolina, resides Jeff Miller, a man with a passion for the tales of World War II heroes. Raised in a community predominantly composed of Veterans, Jeff's childhood was immersed in the narratives of bravery and sacrifice. It is fueled by iconic war...
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Jan
30
Ayn Rand, originally named Alisa Rosenbaum, was an influential Russian-American writer and philosopher. She became well-known for her fiction and for creating Objectivism. She moved to the United States in 1926 and became influential with her book "The Fountainhead" in 1943. Another popular book she wrote was "Atlas Shrugged" in...
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Jan
29
Air Vice-Marshal Edgar James Kingston-McCloughry, CB, CBE, DSO, DFC & Bar, stands as a distinguished figure in the annals of aviation history. Born on September 10, 1896, his legacy is marked by an illustrious career. He became an Australian fighter pilot during the First World War. Moreover, he was a...
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Jan
27
Paul Yingling, a U.S. Army officer and strategist, gained prominence for his willingness to challenge established military doctrines and advocate for change within the U.S. military. His contributions to strategic thinking and candid assessments of military leadership have made him a notable figure in contemporary military thought. Early Military Career...
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Jan
26
The USS Wahoo (SS-238) was a Gato-class submarine, the first one in the U.S. Navy named after a fish called the Wahoo. It was built before the U.S. joined World War II and started its service afterward. The USS Wahoo operated in the Pacific during the war and gained a...
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Jan
25
Daniel A Dailey, born on January 11, 1969, is an esteemed United States Army soldier. Notably, he was the 15th Army Sergeant Major from January 30, 2015, to August 9, 2019. Before assuming this pivotal role, Dailey served as the Command Sergeant Major for the United States Army Training. Moreover,...
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Jan
24
Bill Paxton was born on May 17, 1955, in Fort Worth, Texas. His upbringing was shaped by his mother, Mary Lou, a devout Roman Catholic who instilled her faith in Bill and his siblings. On the other hand, his father, John Lane Paxton, played diverse roles in life—a businessman, lumber...
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