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,... read more →
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... 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. The Second Continental Congress... 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 →
