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Gen. George Patton: Six not-so-gentle father-to-son tips

The new book, 'Growing Up Patton: Reflections on Heroes, History, and Family Wisdom,' shares letters written by Gen. George Patton to his his son. Here are six pieces of advice from these letters.
Five memorable Washington political protests

Bringing your grievances to Washington in the form of a mass protest is an American tradition that dates back to the late 19th century. Here are five memorable Washington protests.

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Gen. George Patton: Six not-so-gentle father-to-son tips

The new book, 'Growing Up Patton: Reflections on Heroes, History, and Family Wisdom,' shares letters written by Gen. George Patton to his his son. Here are six pieces of advice from these letters.
Sgt. Robert Bales and multiple tours of duty: How many is too many?

Twenty percent of active-duty Army troops are on at least their third tour of duty to a war zone. Sgt. Robert Bales, suspected of slaying 17 Afghan civilians, was one. Here's what's known about the dangers of repeated deployments.
Eisenhower in War and Peace

Jean Edward's Smith's new biography obliterates earlier arguments that Eisenhower’s was a dull, torpid presidency.
Five memorable Washington political protests

Bringing your grievances to Washington in the form of a mass protest is an American tradition that dates back to the late 19th century. Here are five memorable Washington protests.
McChrystal: What would Eisenhower have done?

Before President Obama ousted General McChrystal, he should have considered how Ike dealt with an incident involving legendary General George Patton during World War II.
Yogi Berra, Jerry Seinfeld fondly remember George Steinbrenner

Yogi Berra, Jerry Seinfeld, Hillary Clinton, and others recall George Steinbrenner as a man who was dictatorial, yet fiercely loyal to his friends.
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Super Bowl, Olympics, Super Mario: How games help teach

It's easy to dismiss the Super Bowl, Monopoly, and Grand Theft Auto as a waste of time. But games go way beyond racking up points or winning Winter Olympic gold.
D-Day: The Battle for Normandy

This is the best one-volume history of the invasion of Normandy yet written.
John Morris: An eye-witness to the rise of photojournalism

As a life-long photo editor, John Morris shepherded some of the 20th century's most iconic images and most well-regarded photographers.
Fighting recession has become a new kind of warfare

Five months into the economic crisis, experts predict a years-long recovery.
Essay: What makes a house feel like home?

A simple question inspires an earnest, happy search for the answer.