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7 Everyday Products That Came Out of WWI
World War I lasted four long years, and the unprecedented scale of the conflict demanded rapid innovation and resourcefulness. The brutal war of attrition, characterized by trench warfare, created many problems to be solved, [...]
The US Navy Returns to Subic Bay With Expanded Military Role
Subic Bay operated at an intense pace to prepare U.S. Navy vessels for deployment in WWI. Subic Bay Naval Base in the Philippines, once America’s second-largest overseas military base next to its neighbor Clark [...]
Talk About Woodville: Village’s Doughboy statue nearly 100
Statue has had several repairs over past 100 years Have you ever passed by Veterans Park and wondered about the statue on the corner of First and Walnut streets? It is a “Spirit of [...]
Cool Tools: WWI Memorial Desktop Explorer
Recognizing the critical importance of teaching America’s World War I story —a pivotal yet often overlooked chapter in American history—Doughboy Foundation launched the “WWI Teaching Resources” in the 2023-24 school year for 7th-12th grade social [...]
The Hello Girls – Theater Review At Syracuse Stage
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) The Hello Girls. Okay, let’s just get this out-it’s spectacular! In the interest of time and impact, I simply want to say, go see it. Now! You will thank me [...]
Why America’s Entry into WWI Was the True Beginning of the “American Century”
Discover why America’s entry into World War I was the pivotal moment that transformed its economy, military, and global status, truly beginning the “American Century.” The term “American Century,” famously coined by publisher Henry [...]
Propaganda Posters vs. Social Media Ads: Convincing People to Relocate in Wartime and Today
Persuasion has long influenced how people think, act, and decide where to live. During World War I, American leaders used posters with bold images and urgent messages to rally support. These propaganda posters encouraged [...]
The US Army says it’s reviving a World War I practice — using soldiers as walking blood banks when helicopters can’t fly
A recent US Army exercise looked at life-saving medical care when wounded troops can't be flown out. In an intense conflict, getting troops off the field or bringing in supplies could prove extremely difficult. [...]
Never can say goodbye: Syracuse Stage’s ‘The Hello Girls’ is the best musical of 2025
In the theater world, opening night is preceded by previews, public performances that allow cast and crew to fine-tune the show before it’s ‘frozen,’ meaning no more changes can be made. Tickets to previews are [...]
