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World War II
Reader Celebrates Her Father’s Heroic Deeds as a D-Day Glider Pilot
Despite having never met her father, a reader traveled to Normandy to fully understand her father’s sacrifices during World War II.
How the US Treated Prisoners of War With Dignity During World War II
American POW camps were known for the humane and respectful treatment of their prisoners.
In Photos: The World’s Largest D-Day Reenactment
D-Day comes alive every year in the town of Conneaut, Ohio.
Australia Commemorates Anzac Day to Remember the Fallen
There were more than 40,000 people at Melbourne’s dawn service, with about 10,000 others later taking part in the march.
FBI Returns Looted Relics Taken From Japan at End of World War II
The items have been returned from a Massachusetts Attic, including six painted scrolls and a hand-drawn map of Okinawa—all from the 18th and 19th centuries.
The Heroic Legacy of Women Who Heeded the Call for Nurses During World War II
A group of American women became nurses amid a nationwide shortage of staff. They went on to save many lives during the country’s different health crises.
Biden Administration Orders Removal of World War II Picture, Then Abruptly Rescinds Ban
Photograph shows a man and a woman kissing in Times Square after Japan surrendered.
Ministry of Defence Confirms 500Kg Bomb Found in Plymouth Detonated at Sea
More than 10,000 people were evacuated from the area during the explosives operation.
Having Lived Through America’s Glory Days and Tough Days, This 102-Year-Old Veteran Is Still Going Strong
Dominick Critelli has survived the Great Depression, World War II, several recessions, and the recent pandemic.
Defense Engineer Finds Unique Way to Honor His Father’s World War II Bravery
A reader shares about a unique opportunity he had to honor his father, who served in the Marines during World War II.
This 17th-Century Italian Castle Has 365 Rooms—One for Each Day of the Year and With a Unique Design
