The items were found after flooding in the area washed away the plaster wall hiding the objects
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When the German Army Neared Moscow, Millions Fled — But Some Stayed to Fight
As 1941’s Operation Barbarossa progressed, residents of the Soviet capital fled—or stayed behind to fight.
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Goliad: The Bloodiest Massacre of the Texan Revolution
The bloodiest massacre of the Texas Revolution prompted vengeance at the Alamo, yet failed to gain the same legendary status
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J.E.B. Stuart Goes Another Round with McClellan
J.E.B. Stuart’s second “Ride Around McClellan” proved just as critical as his more famous first
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The American Woman Who Sculpted New Faces for Battle-Scarred WWI Vets
‘I owe you great gratitude…for I wear and will always…wear the marvelous device that you created’
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Old Number One: The Airline Pilot Who Never Scratched a Single Passenger
During a 38-year career encompassing nearly 25,000 flying hours, “Slonnie” Sloniger gained the respect and admiration of his fellow airline pilots.
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The Queen’s Gambit, Civil War Style
Even in the digital age, Civil War board gaming remains a popular pastime
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Log of The Leper
The awesome firepower of an AC-47’s miniguns was on full display when an Australian journalist bummed a ride with a “Spooky” crew.
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A Closer Look at the B-52G Stratofortress Bomber
The B-52 is expected to remain in service through the 2030s—a remarkable achievement for an aircraft many considered obsolete in 1970.
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Book Review: A View From Abroad / The Story of John and Abigail Adams in Europe
The first couple of New England gained greater insight Into their country by contrasting it to the old world.