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General of the Army Douglas MacArthur played prominent roles in the Pacific theater of World War II and in the Korean War. He was designated to command the invasion of Japan in November 1945, and when that was no longer necessary he officially accepted their surrender. MacArthur oversaw the occupation of Japan from 1945 to 1951 and is credited for implementing democratic changes.Gen. MacArthur is entombed in a memorial in Norfolk, Va.
General of the Army Douglas MacArthur played prominent roles in the Pacific theater of World War II and in the Korean War. He was designated to command the invasion of Japan in November 1945, and when that was no longer necessary he officially accepted their surrender. MacArthur oversaw the occupation of Japan from 1945 to 1951 and is credited for implementing democratic changes.Gen. MacArthur is entombed in a memorial in Norfolk, Va.
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Living Here: History museums and sites
Museums and sites can help you track the story of our region. From the earliest settlers to the space explorers, Hampton Roads museums tell a continuous story of the importance of our region. History museums 1. Air Power Park. Vintage military jets,...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Historic Jamestowne, England, Wars and Interventions, Abraham Lincoln
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Living Here: Nearby attractions
Many destinations are within easy driving distance of Hampton Roads. Pack a cooler, fill up the tank and hit the road. 1. Appomattox Court House, Appomattox The buildings and fields where Robert E. Lee surrendered his Confederate army are still a...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Gardens and Parks, Edgar Allan Poe, Cape Charles, Tourism and Leisure
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Living Here: Famous people, places and things
Hampton Roads is known around the world for its people — as being from here, as a come-here, or for just passing through — as well as places and things. It's known for its Bacon (as in Nathaniel), its ham (as in Smithfield), its presidents...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Mark Reynolds, Schools, High Schools, Wars and Interventions
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Alexander Ludlum "Lud" Michaux Jr., career officer in Marines
Alexander Ludlum "Lud" Michaux Jr., a decorated career Marine Corps officer who fought in three wars and later presided over the transformation of McDonogh School into a coeducational institution, died May 20 of heart failure at Brightview Mays Chapel...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Fort McHenry, Wars and Interventions, Football, Johns Hopkins University
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Homes for heroes: A way to recognize our veterans' sacrifices
Pick up a newspaper these days and you'll find something missing.
Gone are front-page stories about America's war campaigns.
The economy has pushed from many Americans' minds the fact that tens of thousands of warriors have trooped home from Iraq...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Iraq, Injuries and Wounds, Windermere, Oakland (Orange, Florida)
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Military influences in fashion
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterOver the centuries, at the same time military might has been building borders, shaping national identities and protecting ways of life, it's also been building our wardrobes, shaping our silhouettes and taking fledgling brands to the front lines of...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Aquascutum, Defense, Wars and Interventions, U.S. Army
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2nd Naperville teacher wins Golden Apple
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Highlands teacher wins Golden Apple Award
TribLocal - Naperville » NewsWhen Kathy Burns started teaching her second-graders about plants and seeds Wednesday afternoon she had no idea the lesson would sprout into a discussion of …... -
MacArthur dual language teacher wins Golden Apple
TribLocal - Schaumburg » NewsAbout 20 years ago, Maria Barba was a kindergarten student learning how to read in English at school, and in Spanish at home. Now, she’s …... -
Condos don't hold a candle to Elton John's new place
Rock icon Elton John and his partner, David Furnish, have listed their two condominiums in West Hollywood for sale, according to the Multiple Listing Service.
The smaller of the two, with one bedroom, 11/2 bathrooms and 1,151 square feet of living space,...Tags: Entertainment Events, Grammy Awards, Rihanna, Eminem, Elton John
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Johnny Edwin McNiel: March 12, 2012
JOHNNY EDWIN MCNIEL Johnny Edwin McNiel, 90, of Temple and Dallas, Texas, passed away Monday, March 12, 2012. Survivors include a son, Wayne (Linda “Andy”) McNiel of Winchester. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Juanita...Tags: World War II (1939-1945), U.S. Army, Human Interest
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Reasons to like and honor Eisenhower
WASHINGTON - Two coming developments, one dismal and one excellent, pertain to America's memory of a great man. One of several oversight panels soon will consider a proposed memorial to Dwight Eisenhower. The proposal is an exhibitionistic triumph of...Tags: The Washington Post, White House, Harry S. Truman, American Red Cross, Human Interest
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