On June 1, 1942, Alfred Masters made history when he became the first Black man to enlist in the United States Marine Corps since the Revolutionary War. His enlistment marked... read more →
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... read more →
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.... read more →
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... read more →
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... read more →
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... read more →
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... read more →
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... read more →
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... read more →
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... read more →
