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Exclusive–O’Donnell: One Hundred Years Ago America Established a Sacred Memorial: The Tomb of The Unknown Soldier

One of the most poignant and meaningful of these ceremonies will take place at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. During this year’s Veteran’s Day memorial celebration, Arlington Cemetery will recreate a portion of the ceremony that took place 100 years ago.

Patrick K. O'Donnell

10 Nov 2021, 3:32 PM PDT

The USS Olympia in the background at the Washington Navy Yard on Nov 9, 1921. Body bearers

Exclusive–O’Donnell: ‘Old Blood and Guts’ Patton Learned to Command During the Great War

Most Americans think of General George S. Patton as the great commander of U.S. forces in North Africa and Europe in World War II, but fewer know that the colorful and charismatic officer also played a key role in World War I — and here he learned to command.

Patrick K. O'Donnell

22 Oct 2021, 5:00 AM PDT