Sep
01
Lieutenant General Charles H. Pitman (1935–2020) was an esteemed U.S. Marine Corps officer whose career spanned nearly four decades. Known for his courage, leadership, and unwavering dedication to duty, Charles Pitman played a pivotal role in several historical events, including the 1973 New Orleans sniper incident and the preparation for...
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Aug
25
General Lewis William Walt stood out as one of the Marine Corps' most respected officers, with a career that stretched across more than three decades and touched three big conflicts. He held the spot as Assistant Commandant from 1968 until 1971, picking up honors like two Navy Crosses, a Silver...
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Aug
18
Growing Up and Finding His Way Born on June 26, 1819, in Ballston Spa, New York, Abner wasn’t exactly raised in the sticks. His dad, Ulysses, was a congressman, so the house buzzed with talk of politics and duty. Young Abner had a head for numbers and puzzles, which nudged...
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Aug
13
Early Life and Aspirations Ken Sebby was born in North Dakota and raised in Beatrice, Nebraska, his childhood was marked by cold, snowy winters that inspired him to learn how to ski, and summers filled with golfing and playing the guitar. As a serious student, excelling particularly in the sciences,...
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Aug
11
When you picture a U.S. President, who comes to mind? Probably not William Howard Taft. If he’s remembered at all, it's usually for his size or the myth about getting stuck in a White House bathtub. But Taft's real story is far more interesting: he was a president who never...
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Aug
07
In the long and proud history of the United States Marine Corps, few names resonate with such raw courage and inspirational strength as Kyle Carpenter. As a Medal of Honor recipient, Kyle’s story is one of extraordinary sacrifice, profound patriotism, and a deep-rooted resilience that continues to inspire Americans across...
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Aug
06
Arthur William Matthew Carney, better known to the world as Art Carney, was a unique performer whose talent spanned multiple genres, generations, and platforms. Born on November 4, 1918, in Mount Vernon, New York, Carney etched his name in American entertainment history as an accomplished actor, comedian, and mimic. He...
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Aug
06
In the complex history of American politics, some figures emerge not just for their policy contributions but also for the dramatic arc of their personal and professional lives. One such figure is J. Herbert Burke, a World War II Veteran, attorney, and longtime U.S. Representative from Florida. A Republican during...
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Aug
05
Early Life & Education Michael Scott “Scott” Speicher was born on July 12, 1957, in Kansas City, Missouri. When he was 15, his family relocated to Jacksonville, Florida, and he attended Nathan Bedford Forrest High School. Speicher graduated from Florida State University in 1980 with a bachelor’s in accounting and...
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Aug
05
Samuel Boaz “Sam” Brown, a retired U.S. Army Captain and Purple Heart recipient, became a central figure in Nevada’s 2024 Senate race. His journey—from battlefield trauma in Afghanistan to launching a political campaign built on resilience, entrepreneurship, and conservative values—captivated voters and analysts alike. While Brown narrowly lost the general...
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