William H. McRaven, born on November 6, 1955, in Pinehurst, North Carolina, is a retired United States Navy admiral and decorated special operations officer. He is best known for his... read more →
Oliver Hazard Perry, born on August 23, 1785, in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, is remembered as a naval hero of the early 19th century, particularly for his role in the... read more →
William Prescott, born on February 20, 1726, in Groton, Massachusetts, is celebrated as a courageous military leader and hero of the American Revolutionary War, particularly for his actions during the... read more →
Paul Fussell used his pen like a surgeon's scalpel, dissecting complicated topics with surgical precision. His mind has an acute awareness of the nuances of language, history, and the human... read more →
Calvin Coolidge, born on July 4, 1872, in Plymouth Notch, Vermont, was the 30th President of the United States, serving from 1923 to 1929. Often known as "Silent Cal," Coolidge... read more →
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., born on March 8, 1841, in Boston, Massachusetts, was a distinguished American jurist who left an indelible mark on the United States Supreme Court. Renowned for... read more →
Julia C. Stimson, born on May 26, 1881, in White Plains, New York, was a pioneering American nurse who made significant contributions to the field of nursing during World War... read more →
Christopher Gadsden, born on February 16, 1724, in Charleston, South Carolina, was a prominent figure in the American colonial era who played a crucial role in advocating for American independence... read more →
Few characters are recognizable and memorable in film and television as R Ermey, Lee. He made an enduring impression on Hollywood. Moreover, he also won the hearts of his fans... read more →
Karl Marlantes, born on December 24, 1944, in Longview, Washington, is a renowned American author and decorated Vietnam War Veteran. His novel "Matterhorn" vividly depicts the Vietnam War's impact on... read more →