WAR AND PEACE – INFOGRAPHIC
For nearly half of its relatively brief existence, the United States has been actively involved in armed conflict, whether at home or abroad. Here is a closer look at wars involving the U.S. military throughout history….
Jake LaMotta Photos
Giacobbe “Jake” LaMotta (July 10, 1922 – September 19, 2017) was an American professional boxer, former World Middleweight Champion, and – believe it or not – stand-up comedian. Nicknamed ‘The Bronx Bull’ and, more famously, ‘The Raging Bull’, LaMotta was a fearsome fighter who was not a particularly gifted puncher…
James Dean Photos
James Dean (February 8, 1931 – September 30, 1955) was a wildly popular American actor. He is fondly remembered as a cultural icon of teenage rebellion, as expressed in the title of his most popular movie, Rebel Without a Cause (1955). Unfortunately, James Dean prematurely lost his life in a car crash at the tender age of only 24…
The Meaning and Origin of the Expression: Rain On Your Parade
MEANING:
To mention bad news or spoil someone’s fun; ruining a good time or giving negative information to someone who is otherwise happy….
The Meaning and Origin of the Expression: Not My Cup of Tea
MEANING:
Something or someone that one dislikes or finds disagreeable….
The Meaning and Origin of the Expression: Fair and Square
MEANING:
Honesty and straightforwardness, especially in regards to business dealings….
The Story Behind 10 Iconic History Photos
There have been billions of photos taken over the last 150 years. And of these photos, there are a precious few that stand out and tell important stories more so than the rest. These rare historic photographs capture a piece of humanity in a moment that might have been lost except for luck…
10 Rare Historical Photos Explained
The saying is that a picture is worth a 1,000 words; while that is certainly true, combining rare historical photos with their sometimes shocking descriptions can create an even more powerful narrative. The following 10 historical photos all depict different moments in history spanning the last century or two. Each image comes with a short description behind the photo to better tell its story: some are sad, some amazing, and some are even scary….
Harley-Davidson Motorcycles
The story of the start of the epic Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Company is the story of some guys messing around in a garage to come up with a cool new toy. How can it get much more American than that? The result is, of course, the favorite ride for millions of enthusiasts around the world…
US ARMY 1775-2013
HISTORY OF THE US ARMY BATTLE DRESS
THEN & NOW
A lot (LOT!) has changed in appearance, function and safety in US Army…
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