Daniel Boone, born in 1734 in Pennsylvania, is celebrated as a legendary frontiersman in American history. Known for blazing the Wilderness Road through the Cumberland Gap in 1775, he played a key role in westward expansion by enabling settlers to reach Kentucky. Boone founded Boonesborough, the first permanent settlement in the region, amidst significant interactions […]
Anthony McAuliffe is best known for his leadership during the Battle of the Bulge in WWII, particularly for his iconic "Nuts!" response at Bastogne. His strategic command of the 101st Airborne Division during the siege at Bastogne remains a hallmark of his military prowess and has solidified his reputation in history. Highlights The Strategic Importance […]
John Robert Fox was a U.S. Army officer in World War II known for his heroic act during the Battle of Sommocolonia on December 26, 1944. Faced with an overwhelming German assault, Fox directed artillery fire on his own position to impede the enemy's advance and protect his fellow soldiers. This selfless act earned him […]
Rick Rescorla, a security executive at Morgan Stanley, was instrumental in saving thousands during the 9/11 attacks. Born in Cornwall, England, he had a distinguished military background and joined the US Army, serving in Vietnam. Rescorla's foresight and planning guaranteed Morgan Stanley's employees were prepared for emergencies. On September 11, 2001, he orchestrated a well-rehearsed […]
Henry Erwin, a Sergeant in the United States Army Air Forces was awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during a B-29 mission over Koriyama, Japan, in April 1945. Erwin displayed exceptional bravery by disposing of a malfunctioning phosphorus bomb from the aircraft, preventing disaster and saving his crew. Despite sustaining severe injuries, […]
Chris Mintz, a U.S. Army Veteran, intervened during a shooting at Umpqua Community College on October 1, 2015. He courageously confronted the shooter to protect fellow students. Despite being shot seven times, he acted with heroism which ended up saving lives. His recovery journey was supported by a community fundraising effort that raised over $800,000 […]
