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Wars, Conflict & Heroes

A collection of 84 issues

Thirteen Days on the Ice: The Harrowing True Story of the 1946 PBM Mariner Crash in Antarctica

In 1946, a U.S. Navy plane crashed during Operation Highjump, stranding six crewmen in Antarctica. For 13 agonizing days, they battled extreme cold and dwindling hope before a dramatic rescue. This is their incredible story of survival against all odds on the frozen continent.

History Adventure & Exploration Wars, Conflict & Heroes

The First Lady Who Faced the Guillotine: Elizabeth Monroe's Daring Rescue in Revolutionary France

During the French Revolution's deadly Reign of Terror, Elizabeth Monroe, wife of the U.S. Minister, staged a bold public visit to the imprisoned Adrienne de Lafayette. This single act of soft power highlighted America's interest and saved the French hero's wife from certain execution.

History Biography & Personal Stories Wars, Conflict & Heroes

The Leg That Toppled a Nation: How Tito's Final Stand Sealed Yugoslavia's Fate

In 1980, Yugoslav leader Josip Broz Tito refused a life-saving leg amputation, a defiant choice that led to his death. This act created a power vacuum that hastened the unraveling of the nation he held together, ultimately contributing to its violent collapse in the following decade.

History Biography & Personal Stories Wars, Conflict & Heroes

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