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Women's History Month
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Women’s History Month is the Perfect Time to Honor Women of The Greatest Generation

March 1, 2023February 28, 2023 The Greatest Generation History, korean war, The Greatest Generation, women's history month, World War II

Women’s History Month is a great time to reflect on all the great women who have contributed so much to America

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Restaurant
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Did You Know, Two WW2 Vets Created This Beloved Restaurant Chain?

February 28, 2023February 21, 2023 The Greatest Generation Did you know?, History, restaurants, veterans

You may or may not have visited this restaurant, but you have certainly driven past one of its 2,000 locations across the U.S.

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Boeing B-52D-60-BO during the Christmas bombings AKA Operation Linebacker II
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The Vietnam Christmas Bombings 50 Years Later

December 24, 2022December 21, 2022 The Greatest Generation Christmas, History, Vietnam

The Vietnam Christmas bombings lasted 12 days in December 1972. We take a look back 50 years later.

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Mel Brooks
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WW II Veteran Mel Brooks Has a Lot to Say About the War

December 3, 2022December 1, 2022 The Greatest Generation comedy, Film, History

Mel Brooks is well known-as a comedic genius. More than being a Hollywood great, Mel is a WW2 veteran. He has some stories to tell.

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barefoot World War II unit
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The Barefoot World War II Unit That Was Vital to Allied Victory

September 30, 2022September 30, 2022 The Greatest Generation History, The Greatest Generation, WWII

This unique World War II unit played an essential role in allied victory. They fought alongside Naval and Marine forces all while barefoot.

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Korean War history
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How The Korean War Changed History

August 6, 2022August 3, 2022 The Greatest Generation History, Korea, korean war

The Korean War may be known as “the Forgotten War,” but it played a significant role in changing history and shaping the world today.

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Women's History Month
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Women’s History Month is a Perfect Time to Remember the Contributions of Women from The Greatest Generation

March 1, 2022February 28, 2022 The Greatest Generation History, korean war, The Greatest Generation, women's history month, World War II

Women’s History Month is a great time to reflect on the service of great women who have contributed so much to America

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barefoot World War II unit
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The World War II Unit That Fought Barefoot and Was Vital to Allied Victory

February 16, 2022February 1, 2022 The Greatest Generation History, The Greatest Generation, WWII

This unique World War II unit played an essential role in allied victory. They fought alongside Naval and Marine forces all while barefoot.

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Tuskegee Airmen WWII
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Why We Must Remember the Tuskegee Airmen

February 1, 2022January 25, 2022 The Greatest Generation Black history month, History, The Greatest Generation, WW2

The Tuskegee Airmen were an essential part of our WW II success. Furthermore, they were so important to the civil rights movement.

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Mel Brooks
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Comedy Legend and WW II Veteran Mel Brooks Has Some Unique Experiences to Share as a Member of The Greatest Generation

January 21, 2022January 15, 2022 The Greatest Generation comedy, Film, History

Mel Brooks is well known-as a comedic genius. More than being a Hollywood great, Mel is a WW2 veteran. He has some stories to tell.

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Do You Remember The Legendary Jack Benny?

March 23, 2023March 20, 2023 The Greatest Generation 0

Jack Benny was an American comedic icon who entertained the country on radio and television and appeared on stage and screen.

I Love Lucy
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Do You Remember the Classic ‘I Love Lucy?’

March 16, 2023March 20, 2023 The Greatest Generation 0
Jack Kerouac memorial
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Do You Remember Jack Kerouac and His Works?

March 9, 2023February 28, 2023 The Greatest Generation
Pin-Ups poster
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Do You Remember Bettie Page?

March 2, 2023February 21, 2023 The Greatest Generation

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