Colin Luther Powell: Leadership Lessons from A Military Icon Colin Powell was a highly respected military leader, diplomat, and statesman. He is considered a prominent figure in American history. Colin... read more →
Thomas Jefferson was a key figure in American history. He helped write the Declaration of Independence, which declared America's freedom from British rule. Later, he served as the first secretary... read more →
On October 13, 1944, John Bergman was called up to the Army. His basic infantry training was transferred to Camp Fannin in Tyler, Texas. Then to Fort Ord in California... read more →
William Darby - a Fort Smith, Arkansas native, earned his West Point diploma in 1933. He established the 1st Ranger Battalion at the British Commando School in June 1942. As... read more →
One of five boys, Phil Klay, was born in White Plains, New York 1983. Three of his brothers later enlisted in the military. As a result of his mother's work... read more →
George Washington, an American military commander, politician, and founding father, died on December 14, 1799. He served as the country's first president from 1789 to 1797 and left behind a... read more →
Smedley Darlington Butler, born on July 30, 1881, in West Chester, Pennsylvania, was a larger-than-life figure whose military career and unyielding principles earned him a legendary status in the United... read more →
Robert Edward Lee served as a Confederate general during the American Civil War. In the latter stages of the conflict, he assumed the role of overall commander of the Confederate... read more →
Christopher Scott Kyle, aka Chris Kyle, the American Sniper, was born on April 8, 1974. He served as a competent shooter for the U.S. Navy SEALs. Kyle participated in the... read more →
John Bell Hood was born in Owingsville, Kentucky, on June 1 or June 29, 1831. He came from a family with English ancestry. He started his notable military journey after... read more →
