Mess Night- Louise Endres Moore

...Quiet History of a World War II Infantryman, which details her father’s experiences during WWII. Her work was recognized as a #1 Amazon Best Seller, as well as a Book...

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The Statue on the Square by Guest Author Bob Drane

...on moving forward on behalf of the flag fluttering in the distance over his left shoulder? His presence prompts an interlude of silence and curiosity. Who is he; why is...

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An Interview with Britain’s Foremost Military Historian and Defense Commentator by Michael Telzrow

...forgotten here in the United States, maybe not in Britain. Why do you think World War II has eclipsed World War I in our collective memories? ALLAN MALLINSON: See the...

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In Celebration of Women’s History Month

...a neurosurgical nurse in the Army during World War II. She was one of ten children born and raised in South Carolina. Lannin and her older sister, Olivia, attended nursing...

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CALL SIGN: GRIM REAPER

...in an oral history interview last August, interviewer Rick Berry—also a long-time volunteer cataloger in object collections—well understood the importance of creating these links and encouraged Mosel to donate artifacts...

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Mexican Expedition

...Fort Sheridan, Illinois to be mustered out of federal service before returning to their home state. The 3rd Wisconsin Infantry had completed their service in December; the 1st Wisconsin Infantry...

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Talking Spirits Cemetery Tour XVII Recap

...Bartsch was just one of thousands of German immigrants who enlisted to fight during the war alongside other European immigrants. Albert Lamson Lamson was a soldier in the 104th New...

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A Veteran’s First Vehicle: Incorporating the Automobile into the Army during WWI

...War I oral history interviews. I have been tasked with using the Oral History Metadata Synchronizer in order to index these interviews and make them publicly accessible on the internet....

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The Iron Brigade & the Black Hat

...and realized they were in for a fight. Composed entirely of Western troops from Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan, the Iron Brigade had earned its reputation in battles like Second Bull...

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WVM Foundation

...with the history of WI’s involvement in all the wars and conflicts. Extremely educational and a moving tribute to our Veterans. Beautiful place to visit with children to explore! Diane...

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