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African American World War 2 Hero Dies
When most people see Vernon Baker, the idea of a World War 2 hero never crosses their mind. Many people see a humble individual who had a great love for his family and friends. However, the late Vernon Baker is only one out of seven African Americans who have received the Medal of Honor [...]
Did Josef Stalin Block Hitler’s Assassination?
A top Russian general released a statement that surprised many listeners about the events surrounding World War 2.
At a historical conference in Moscow, General Anatoly Kulikov told accounts of how Soviet dictator Josef Stalin stopped two attempts to kill Nazi leader Adolf Hitler.
He feared that his attempts to dismantle the Nazi leadership would only influence [...]
Youngest World War 2 Casualty Was Discovered.
He was a young 14 year old boy, barely a teenager, and loved by his entire family & friends. Reginald Earnshaw was determined to serve his country during the war and go to sea.
“He was a bright boy”,said Pauline Harvey, the sister of Reggie Earnshaw. “He didn’t like sitting around and doing nothing.” ” He [...]
The National World War 2 Museum And The 2010 Global Conference
The National World War II Museum’s very first Global Conference on World War II in 2006 laid the precedent for spectacular scholarship along with public history around the most pivotal event of this modern era. The Museum continues this worthwhile initiative on March 18-20 in New Orleans as the 2010 Intercontinental Conference offers captivating presentations [...]
World War 2 History On Quiz Hub!
One of the greatest global military conflicts in the history of civilized nations is one that occurred within the past century and there are many survivors and veterans that are still alive from this tragic ordeal in history. If you have studied world history at some point in your education, then you would know [...]