World War II

At the beginning of World War II, Dempsey was a lieutenant colonel in command of an infantry brigade in France.

Like many things produced during World War II, the A-11 watch was developed for use by the U.S. military.

Patches worn by World War II overseas commands illustrate a far-flung war effort.

Receiving the Medal of Honor requires the recipient to commit to an action that risks their life "above and beyond the call...

Col. James Jabara, who once ate 20 carrots a day to improve his eyesight, was hailed as America's first jet ace and, by some...

Singer Karen Waldrup teamed up with 101st Airborne veteran Jim "Pee Wee" Martin to sing about his experiences on D-Day.

Former Miami minister John G. Burkhalter landed on Omaha Beach as chaplain for the "Fighting First." He penned this letter to...

World War II veteran Leon Weckstein recalls the day he almost destroyed Pisa's most famous landmark.

Sam M. Gibbons, who later represented Florida in the U.S. Congress, was a 24-year-old captain in the 501st Parachute Infantry...