“An emperor ought to die standing,” were the last words of this Roman Emperor.
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Audio: WWII Air Force Gunner- A Grim Day Of Battle
World War II veteran Phil Vincello, recalls the death of a crew member in an air mission from flak.
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Daily Quiz for March 29, 2016
On April 24, 1800 President John Adams signed a law establishing this.
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Audio: WWII Vet The ‘Candy Bomber’ Tells His Story
In post-WWII, the Berlin Candy Bomber dropped tons of candy on West Berlin.
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Daily Quiz for March 28, 2016
This President was the first one to place a transcontinental phone call.
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Daily Quiz for March 27, 2016
In 1916 this country sold the Virgin Islands to the United States.
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Daily Quiz for March 25, 2016
This popular toy was once officially named the “Pluto Platter.”
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Book Review: Galvanized Virginians in the Indian Wars
Dr. Thomas Lowry relates the tale of Confederate prisoners who chose Union service in the West over continued confinement.