Mobile celebrates Greek Independence Day
Local Greek Americans gathered for a flag raising ceremony at Government Plaza to celebrate Greek Independence Day.
Military.com2d
'The Unkillable Soldier' Who Kept Fighting Despite Losing an Eye and Hand in World War I
Carton de Wiart died in 1963 at the age of 83, but his exploits have inspired generations of service members in the United ...
Greek Reporter3d
The Greek Flag Through the Centuries
The country’s first official flag to fly over Greek land, not sea, was a stark white cross over a deep blue background. The ...
Greek Reporter3d
The History of the Greek War of Independence
As Greece counts 200 years from the War of independence and stands proud as a member of the EU, the mind reels to the ...
The Collector: John Simanton’s ship model started when he was a teen and helped during his Navy career
John Simanton’s collection reflects a time when world wars were fought at sea – when mighty ships battled each other across ...
Task & Purpose25d
Fort Moore renamed Benning, this time for a corporal who fought heroically in WWI
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that Fort Moore, Georgia will once again be named Fort Benning, but this time it will honor Army Cpl. Fred G. Benning, who was awarded the Distinguished ...
India Today28d
Fact Check: Did Afghani fans hold Indian flag in Lahore during match against England?
In its aftermath, many social media users shared a photo of Afghani fans on stands holding a banner featuring the national flags of India and Afghanistan. The banner depicts two hands shaking, painted ...
The Columbian28d
3 WWI-era mortars found at Pearson Field; law enforcement responds, blows up devices
Three World War I-era mortars were uncovered Wednesday near the Pearson Airfield runway during construction to upgrade the airstrip. Fort Vancouver National Park Superintendent Tracy Fortmann said ...