July 13, 2024 Meet the American who invented the gas mask and the modern traffic signal Cleveland inventor Garrett A. Morgan, a son of former slaves, had a gift for inventing life-saving devices, including firefighter gas masks and the precursors of modern traffic lights.
July 8, 2024 On this day in history, July 8, 1918, American Red Cross driver Ernest Hemingway is wounded in World War I Novelist Ernest Hemingway, at just 18 years old, was wounded on the Italian front while driving an ambulance for the American Red Cross on this day in history, July 8, 1918.
June 24, 2024 Sandwich from New England, a most unusual treat, has fascinating story, plus 5 fun facts Here's a look at the fascinating origins of one of New England's most treasured treats: the Fluffernutter. The peanut butter-and-marshmallow crème sandwich has existed for over 100 years.
May 30, 2024 On this day in history, May 30, 1868, first Decoration Day is held in remembrance of those lost in war The first Decoration Day was held on this day in history, May 30, 1868, as a precursor to Memorial Day, a day of remembrance to honor all those who died in war in service to our nation.
May 25, 2024 These 5 US military cemeteries in surprising nations are lasting reminders of America's global sacrifice The American Battle Monuments Commission manages cemeteries and memorials in 17 nations around the world. Fox News Digital highlights five here in surprising locations.
May 24, 2024 World War I monument to be unveiled across from White House this fall: 'Sacred art' A 60-foot-long, bronze WWI monument will take form in Washington, D.C.'s Pershing Park. Master sculptor Sabin Howard reveals his creative process and what the work means for America's heroes.
May 23, 2024 America's war heroes buried overseas remain defenders of liberty: They 'continue to serve' Fox News Digital spoke with Charles K. Djou, secretary of the American Battle Monuments Commission, who paid tribute to US values and its war heroes ahead of Memorial Day this year.
May 22, 2024 American military hospital, dating back to World War I, uncovered by archaeologists in France An American military hospital from World War I was dug up in France by archaeologists. Barracks, water pipes and several artifacts were discovered during the excavation.
April 6, 2024 On this day in history, April 6, 1917, US enters World War I as Congress votes to declare war on Germany The United States entered World War I after repeated threats from Germany with a declaration of war by Congress on this day in history, April 6, 1917.
March 14, 2024 European Parliament calls for return of Romanian gold, artifacts sent to Russia during WWI European lawmakers on Thursday adopted a non-binding resolution calling for the return of Romanian valuables sent to Russia during World War I.