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LIFESTYLE February 10, 2024

On this day in history, February 10, 1940, Glenn Miller's infectious 'In the Mood' tops US pop charts

Glenn Miller and His Orchestra reached the top of the American pop charts with "In the Mood" on this day in history, Feb. 10, 1942. Miller was killed during World War II.

LIFESTYLE February 9, 2024

Meet the American who taught the Tuskegee Airmen to fly, pioneer pilot Charles 'Chief' Anderson

Meet Charles A. "Chief" Anderson, lead instructor at the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama in World War II. This American gave the famous Tuskegee Airmen their first taste of flight.

LIFESTYLE February 9, 2024

On this day in history, February 9, 1942 feds enact Daylight Saving Time in darkest hours of World War II

The U.S. federal government enacted nationwide daylight saving time on this day in history, Feb. 9, 1942. It was seen as a way to promote the national defense amid World War II.

LIFESTYLE January 31, 2024

On this day in history, January 31, 1919, Jackie Robinson is born in Georgia — baseball pioneer, WWII veteran

Jackie Robinson was born in Cairo, Georgia, on this day in history, Jan. 31, 1919. He broke baseball's color barrier in 1947, excelled in four sports at UCLA and served in U.S. Army in World War II.

LIFESTYLE January 30, 2024

Jack Carr's take on 6th Ranger Battalion's daring prisoner rescue of January 30, 1945: 'Mission accomplished'

One of the most daring rescue missions ever accomplished by U.S. Special Forces took place on Jan. 30, 1945, as the 6th Ranger Battalion freed hundreds of POWs held by the Japanese.

Digital Originals January 29, 2024

This woman allegedly scammed $100 million from the Army. Now she’s retiring from the Army with benefits

Alleged conwoman Janet Yamanaka Mello was accused of stealing millions in Army funds, but still received her retirement benefits, according to an Army spokesperson.

Honors January 29, 2024

Most recent Medal of Honor recipient has died

Retired Capt. Larry Taylor, of Tennessee, who was awarded the Medal of Honor in September 2023 has passed away, according to a press release on Monday.

US January 27, 2024

Army soldier dead, another hospitalized in Texas after off-base altercation escalates into shooting

A shooting following an altercation between two active duty Army soldiers at Fort Cavazos in Texas on Saturday morning left one dead and another hospitalized.

LIFESTYLE January 27, 2024

On this day in history, January 27, 1943, US Eighth Air Force launches bombing offensive over Nazi Germany

The U.S. Eight Air Force attacked the port of Wilhelmshaven, Germany, on this day in history, Jan. 27, 1943, marking the start of the American bombing offensive in Europe in World War II.

LIFESTYLE January 15, 2024

Purple Heart recipient, 101 years old, celebrates his birthday at Hooters: 'Just loved it'

A US Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient named Harry Perez Cerezo recently celebrated his 101st birthday at Hooters — now an annual tradition for him.

Veterans January 13, 2024

Veteran homelessness sees largest spike in 12 years, VA reports: ‘We have failed,’ laments Army vet

Veteran homelessness saw a 7.4% spike in 2023 – the largest in 12 years. Mission Roll Call CEO Jim Whaley and Concerned Veterans for America's John Byrnes discuss how to tackle the problem.