LIFESTYLE May 30, 2024 On this day in history, May 30, 1868, first Decoration Day is held in remembrance of those lost in war The first Decoration Day was held on this day in history, May 30, 1868, as a precursor to Memorial Day, a day of remembrance to honor all those who died in war in service to our nation.
OPINION May 29, 2024 ‘The Perilous Fight’ is a battle for the future of the family and our nation The culture wars have a very clear target -- the American family. My new book, ‘The Perilous Fight,’ shows how that conflict is as important as the fighting at Ft. McHenry.
LIFESTYLE May 27, 2024 Georgia WWII hero's grave inspires songwriter ballad decades after soldier killed in combat Songwriter Craig Gleason wrote "The Ballad of Ervin O. Jones" after finding a World War II hero's grave seven decades after soldier was killed in the Battle of Okinawa.
LIFESTYLE May 27, 2024 Prison Ship Martyrs Monument is America's 'original' tomb of unknown war heroes The Prison Ship Martyrs Monument in Brooklyn, New York, pays chilling tribute to the 11,500 Americans and allies who died aboard British prison ships during the American Revolution.
LIFESTYLE May 27, 2024 Jack Carr's take on John A. Logan's Memorial Day order: 'Guard their graves with sacred vigilance' Jack Carr, bestselling author and former Navy SEAL task unit commander, recounts the orders to create Memorial Day — a day to remember, honor and mourn those who died serving our nation.
LIFESTYLE May 26, 2024 NYC's Fleet Week features dive-tank experience in heart of Times Square: 'Amazing' The U.S. Navy, Coast Guard and Marine Corps have returned to New York City for Fleet Week 2024. Navy divers Christopher Brewer and Ryan Ilagan shared their experience with 91±¬ÁÏ Digital.
VIDEO May 25, 2024 USAA’s poppy wall serves to ‘educate, inspire’ and honor fallen heroes: SVP John Richardson USAA Senior Vice President John Richardson discusses the importance of the Memorial Day holiday and previews the USAA poppy wall in Washington, D.C.
LIFESTYLE May 24, 2024 World War I monument to be unveiled across from White House this fall: 'Sacred art' A 60-foot-long, bronze WWI monument will take form in Washington, D.C.'s Pershing Park. Master sculptor Sabin Howard reveals his creative process and what the work means for America's heroes.
Meet the American Who... May 24, 2024 Meet the American who cooked up ketchup, Dr. James Mease, patriot with passion for 'love apples' Dr. James Mease was a Philadelphia intellectual born to a veteran of the American Revolution. In 1812, he published the first recipe for ketchup, a signature taste of America.
LIFESTYLE May 23, 2024 America's war heroes buried overseas remain defenders of liberty: They 'continue to serve' 91±¬ÁÏ Digital spoke with Charles K. Djou, secretary of the American Battle Monuments Commission, who paid tribute to US values and its war heroes ahead of Memorial Day this year.
TRAVEL May 23, 2024 3 great American cities for history buffs and patriotic travelers this summer Three American cities make great travel destinations for history buffs, families and food lovers this summer: Williamsburg, Virginia; St. Augustine, Florida; and Independence, Missouri.