Capture is an occupational hazard for soldiers and escape is a POW’s duty—some even succeed with imagination and style.
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How an American helped the Chinese Revolution
Homer Lea’s dreams of military glory led him to a starring role in the Chinese revolution
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World War II’s Hunted Hero
Charles Sweeny aimed to recruit American pilots to fly for France in World War II. The FBI tried to stop him.
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Swindling Sociopath: Alexander “Sandy” Keith
Alexander Keith, The unofficial “Confederate consul” in Nova Scotia, was a mass-murdering crook.
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The Last Stand of Crazy Horse
On the afternoon of September 9, 1876, 600 to 800 Lakota warriors led by […]
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The Many Wives of Ned Buntline
The 19th-century dime novelist loved to stretch the truth and was also untrue to the ladies who loved him
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Annihilation of a Regiment-July 3, 1863
The 6th U.S. Cavalry was out for a bit of glory near Gettysburg, but […]
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Gettysburg Retreat: Cavalry in the Spotlight
The 10-day retreat of the Army of Northern Virginia that began on July 4, […]
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Déjà Vu: Presidents Who Faced Full Court Press
Being hauled into the dock is not unheard of
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Pirate to Admiral: Sir Francis Drake
Sea Dog Francis Drake battled, looted and bought his way from scourge of Spain […]