During World War II, American civilians were asked to eat limited portions of meat.
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Audio: WWII Vet- ‘I Always Felt Bad For The Civilians’
A World War II veteran recalls his experiences with civilians during the war.
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How Were Soldiers Killed In a Coup De Grace?
How were soldiers killed with a coup de grace?
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Daily Quiz for January 12, 2016
The first Christmas postage stamp issued by the US government featured this.
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Daily Quiz for January 11, 2016
She is quoted as saying, “I enjoy campaigning because my husband makes the speeches and I receive all the roses.”
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Daily Quiz for January 10, 2016
Sveinn Bjornsson became the first elected president of Iceland after it voted in 1944 to be completely independent from this country.
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Daily Quiz for January 9, 2016
Poet Sarah T. Bolton, whose most famous work was “Paddle your own Canoe,” helped strike a blow for this area of women’s rights.
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Daily Quiz for January 8, 2016
Judas Maccabeus is associated with the founding of this Jewish holiday.
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Audio: WWII Medic Recalls Treating Tankers – ‘They Were The Toughest Guys In The Army’
World War II Veteran Robert Yuhas recalls treating wounded armored personnel in August 1944.
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Daily Quiz for January 7, 2016
The first public passenger elevator started operation in
this year.