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Apr 17

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 Powell was born on April 5, 1937, in Harlem, New York. His life was shaped by dedication, integrity, and a commitment to public service. He climbed the ranks in... read more →

Apr 16

James Mattis: Former Marine Corps Four-Star General

James Norman Mattis, born on September 8, 1950, served as the U.S. Secretary of Defense from 2017 to 2019. As a former four-star Marine Corps general, he supervised troops in Afghanistan, Iraq, and the Persian Gulf wars. Having graduated from Central Washington University, Mattis joined the Marine Corps through the... read more →

Apr 15

Thomas Jefferson: The Declaration of Independence

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 of state and then as vice president under John Adams. When he became the third president of the United States,... read more →

Apr 14

John Bergman: Marine Forces Reserve

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 from Tyler, Texas. The Asiatic-Pacific Theater received John. Besides serving in the 128th Infantry Division, he served in the Philippines.... read more →

Apr 13

William Darby: Courageous Brigadier

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 a Field Artillery Officer trained them there. While Operation Torch, an invasion of North Africa, was underway, MAJ Darby commanded... read more →

Apr 12

Phil Klay: U.S. Veteran of Marine Corps

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 in international medical aid, his maternal grandfather's job as a diplomat, and his father's Peace Corps participation, Klay was exposed... read more →

Apr 11

George Washington: Influential Commanding General

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. The Second Continental Congress called Washington the commander of the Continental Army in June 1775. He then presided over the 1787 Constitutional Convention, which... read more →

Apr 10

Smedley Butler: The Marine Corps Legend

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 States Marine Corps. A two-time recipient of the Medal of Honor and a charismatic leader, Butler's service spanned decades and... read more →

Apr 09

Robert Edward Lee: His Remarkable Confederate Leadership

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 States Army. Lee commanded the Army of Northern Virginia, which was regarded as the Confederacy's most formidable military force, from... read more →

Apr 08

Chris Kyle: The American Sniper

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 Iraq War for four deployments and received several valor and distinguished service awards. He received the Silver Star, three Bronze... read more →