Ernie Pyle was one of the greatest reporters in American history. after writing one of the most popular and widely published newspaper columns in the USA, he became the voice of the average infantry soldier during World War II. In … Continue reading
One Shining, Golden Star: Remembering a Doolittle Tokyo Raider Amy E. Dimond There are 4,000 sculpted gold stars that gleam at night, standing guard above a reflecting semi-circular fountain at our nation’s World War II Memorial. Each star represents 100 … Continue reading
Three Myths About The Doolittle Raid The Doolittle Raid is one of the most famous events of World War II. It is also, on some levels, the most misunderstood The basics are correct. Col. Jimmy Doolittle led an elite team … Continue reading
Julia Child: Serving America In 1963 Julia Child became the first national superstar chef on TV.! Her program “The French Chef” was so influential that the Smithsonian Institute features her kitchen, intact, as a permanent exhibit! Julia Child changed the way America … Continue reading
Julia Child: Spy And Chef In 1963 Julia Child became the first national superstar chef on TV.! Her program “The French Chef” was so influential that the Smithsonian Institute features her kitchen, intact, as a permanent exhibit! Julia Child changed the way … Continue reading