WWII Marine Corps hero to be honored with plaque at Mt. Soledad
When World War II Marine Corps hero Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone, who was based at Camp Pendleton, received the Medal of Honor, the country’s highest military award in 1942, he was said to have ...
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Grand marshal named for Loyalty Day Parade
The grand marshal for this year’s Loyalty Day Parade in Newport has been selected. It will be Frank King of Lincoln City, and ...
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This Medal of Honor recipient became an ace pilot in a day
Ace in a day' is a rare distinction. Among the earliest American pilots to do so, Jim Swett was credited with seven victories ...
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Pacific War author’s ‘Guam,’ due in March, fills a void
“Guam: The Battle for an American Island in World War II,” is No. 8 on James Hallas’ well-regarded list of titles covering ...
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National Museum of the Pacific War Hosts Iwo Jima – 80 Years Later Featuring the Story Behind the Two Flag Raisings on Mount Suribachi
The National Museum of the Pacific War will commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima with a special three-day event, Iwo Jima – 80 ...
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1942 WWII Battle of Guadalcanal
This video showcases the hard-fought battle of the Marines in the Guadalcanal Campaign, starting on August 7, 1942.
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Saving Xochimilco: The battle to preserve Mexico City’s ancient canals
Organizations like Humedalia are working to preserve Xochimilco's traditional agriculture and stop environmental degradation.