In remembrance of significance of the D-Day invasion 80 years ago, we reblog this insightful article from one of our favorite blogs, Presidential History. Be sure to visit it for lots of informative and entertaining reading.
The Hogan’s Heroes Actors Who Fled Hitler, Fought Nazis, and Survived the Holocaust
Discover the remarkable WWII stories behind the Hogan’s Heroes cast, including Jewish refugees, U.S. veterans, and Holocaust survivor Robert Clary.
The Pine Tree Riot: Before Colonists Dumped Tea, They Fought Over Trees
Before the Boston Tea Party, New Hampshire colonists fought the Crown over white pine trees in the forgotten 1772 Pine Tree Riot.
U-1206: The German Submarine That Lost a Battle With Its Own Toilet
How did a toilet sink German submarine U-1206? Discover the bizarre WWII story of failed plumbing, chlorine gas, and a disastrous emergency ascent.
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