Ira Clarence Eaker might not be as well-known as other prominent figures in aviation history. Born on April 13, 1896. In Field Creek, Texas, Ira C. Eaker rose through the... read more →
On August 1, 2003, the president and secretary of defense called General Peter Jan Schoomaker back to active duty. During his active service from 2003 to 2007, he not only... read more →
General John P. Abizaid, born on April 1, 1951, in Coleville, California, is a retired United States Army officer who played a pivotal role in shaping military strategy during the... read more →
Philip Kearny, born on June 1, 1815, in New York, descended from privilege; his father co-founded the New York Stock Exchange, and his maternal grandfather was one of America's wealthiest... read more →
Admiral William Sowden Sims, a prominent figure in the United States Navy, played a crucial role in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He spearheaded significant efforts to modernize... read more →
Few individuals have had as lasting an impression on American military history as General Henry Hugh Shelton. His illustrious career is proof of the fortitude and resolve of individuals who... read more →
Major General Anthony Wayne was a distinguished American commander during the American Revolution. Before the war, Wayne made a name for himself as a successful businessman. He played a crucial... read more →
Celebrated for leadership and strategy in the Afghanistan Campaign, General Tommy Franks emerged for his role post-9/11 attacks. Born on June 17, 1945, in Wynnewood, Oklahoma, Franks' military career and... read more →
Raymond Odierno, a distinguished U.S. Army officer, is renowned for leading Multinational Force Iraq during a crucial Iraq War phase. Born on September 8, 1954, in Rockaway, New Jersey, Odierno's... read more →
Norman Schwarzkopf's influence reached far beyond his military accomplishments, leaving a lasting legacy in the hearts and minds of the American people. His nickname, "Stormin' Norman," captured his tenacious leadership... read more →
