#VeteransDay Veterans Day - Why Their Stories Matter Today is Veterans Day. For so many, that means a day off of work or the opportunity to get some extra work done around the house. But for a small number of us, it means focusing on those who served our country—especially those who gave their lives so that we may live freely today. But what is the best way to honor what they did for us? How can we ensure that their sacrifice was not in vain? Today, that question is more relevant than ever....
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BONUS CONTENT! The Development of the F4U Corsair! Last week, I released a massive documentary on the entire service life of the F4U Corsair! It was a huge undertaking, but the finished production tells the entire story of this beautiful and doubted warbird. Now, I'll show you the research that went into that video for this newsletter! In case you missed it, you can watch it here: BEHIND THE SCENES: To start with, let's take a look at some of the developmental communications and documents...
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BONUS CONTENT! George Preddy: Behind the Scenes of a P-51 Mustang Ace Earlier this week, I released a brand new short documentary on the career of P-51 Mustang Ace Major Goerge Early Preddy. Today, I am releasing all of the behind the scenes content and research from that production! In case you haven't seen the video, you might want to watch that first! It can be found here: BEHIND THE SCENES: First off, let's dive into some of the historical notes! So let me go ahead and explain some...
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. September 5, 2025 The War that Changed the World: 80 Years Later. ""Never was so much owed by so many to so few." - Winston Churchill Hi Reader, welcome back to our coverage of what happened in the skies and on the ground during World War II. This week, we mark the 80th anniversary of the official end of World War II with the signing of the Instrument of Surrender. This week, we also honor the passing of the last living pilot of the Bloody Hundredth. Join us as we delve into the history of...
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. August 8, 2025 The War that Changed the World: The Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima & Nagasaki "If the radiance of a thousand suns were to burst at once into the sky...That would be like the splendor of the Mighty One...I am become Death, The shatterer of worlds" - J. Robert Oppenheimer Hi Reader, welcome back to our coverage of what happened in the skies and on the ground during World War II. This week, we mark the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing and the honor those who lived through...
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. July 4, 2025 The War that Changed the World: A Closer Look Honoring Legacy. Happy 4th of July! This Fourth of July, as we celebrate the birth of our nation, we also take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices and service of those who helped defend its ideals. From the determined women of the Women’s Army Corps to trailblazing aviators like Lieutenant Colonel James Harvey III, these stories remind us that the freedoms we honor today were safeguarded by everyday Americans who answered the...
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. June 20, 2025 The War that Changed the World: A Closer Look Birth of the United States Army Air Force. Hi Reader, welcome back to our weekly coverage of what happened in the skies and on the ground during World War II. This week, we mark the birth of the United States Army Air Force and honor America's final triple Ace of WWII. Join us as we delve into the history of one of the most pivotal conflicts ever and remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. The United States Army Air Forces...
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. May 29, 2025 The War that Changed the World: A Closer Look Youth, Bravery, and Sacrifice. Hi Reader, welcome back to our weekly coverage of what happened in the skies and on the ground during World War II. This week, we cover the RAF's first large-scale bombing raid that changed the course of the war and the youngest RAF pilot to participate in the Battle of Britain. Join us as we delve into the history of one of the most pivotal conflicts ever and remember those who paid the ultimate...
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. May 2, 2025 The War that Changed the World: A Closer Look The War In Europe Comes To An End. Hi Reader, welcome back to our weekly coverage of what happened in the skies and on the ground during World War II. This week, we mark the 80th anniversary of Hitler's death and the Battle of Berlin, one of the war's most brutal urban battles. Join us as we delve into the history of one of the most pivotal conflicts ever and remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. The End of A Tyrant. This...
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