Veteran Heroes
Tom Rice & The Origin of Praesidus
Tom Rice & The Origin of Praesidus A Jump Into History The night of June 6, 1944, was anything but silent over…
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Stories of courage, service, and sacrifice — preserved so they can light the way for future generations.
On the Wrist
Timekeepers of War: A History of Military Watches
Timekeepers of War: A History of Military Watches “A watch is a tool, but it’s also a symbol — a symbol of…
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From the Archives
The Glow of Grief: Radium Girls
The Glow of Grief:Radium Girls The year was 1917. The United States had just entered the First World War, and across the…
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Veteran Heroes
Diz Laird Ace of Two Oceans
Diz Laird: The Ace of Two Oceans Dean Samuel “Diz” Laird didn’t just fly, he soared into history. Known as the “Ace…
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Bud Anderson: Triple Ace
Bud Anderson: Triple Ace At 101 years old, Clarence Emil “Bud” Anderson doesn’t just carry medals and accolades, he carries stories. Stories…
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