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The Location of the National D-Day Memorial

It’s been nearly seven decades since allied troops landed at Normandy on D-day.  Over four thousand men gave their lives that day from many allied…

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From a Small Farming Community

Many of those who served in World War II actually joined the armed forces before the tragedy at Pearl Harbor.  Some joined for adventure or…

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The National D-Day Memorial

Bob Garst spent 22 years in the armed forces.  Today he is retired, but much of his job is simply putting a face to the…

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Bob Garst

It’s estimated that over three million military men and women served in Vietnam and neighboring nations during the Vietnam War.  About 48,000 died during the…

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Inspired by a Character from Happy Days

Dan Rice has traveled the length of Route 66 over two dozen times.  It might surprise people that his original inspiration for traversing the nearly…

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The Sign at Santa Monica Pier

Today this sign on Santa Monica Pier attracts a steady stream of travelers who pose by it.  Interestingly, it’s a replica of a sign that…

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The End of Route 66

In 1926 Route 66 ended at the corner of 7th and Broadway in downtown Los Angles, California.  Today, most people will tell you route 66…

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The Wounded Warrior Program

On Memorial Day we remember our friends and family who have passed.  It is a day of tribute and remembrance and a day especially important…

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A Program for Injured Soldiers

Soldiers may encounter all kinds of obstacles on the battlefield. What Mary did not realize was the great challenges they can face when they return…

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William Paca

As the colonies approached the year 1776, old social ties were sometimes stretched thin.  But in the capitol of Maryland, this club provided one avenue…

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