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Local Woman Tells How Her Father Survived Ship’s Sinking
Read moreThe practice of firing gun salutes has existed for centuries. Early warriors demonstrated their peaceful intentions by placing their weapons in a position that rendered them ineffective.
Read moreAmerican soldiers returning home from Vietnam often faced scorn as the war they had fought in became increasingly unpopular.
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The 45th Infantry Division gained its nickname, “Thunderbird” division, from the gold thunderbird. This Native American symbol became the division’s insignia in 1939. It replaced another previously used Native American symbol, a swastika, that was withdrawn when it became closely associated with the Nazi party.
Read moreReprinted from The Seminole Producer July 3, 1944 IN NORMANDY - (by Wireless) American anti-aircraft (ack-ack) gunners began playing their important part in the Battle of Normandy right on D-Day and shortly after H-Hour.
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Konawa 4-H Students Pay Respects to Veterans
Read moreThe six-hour delay between the armistice signing and World War I’s official end cost the lives of nearly 3,000 soldiers, including one American in the war’s final minute.
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