World War II

America has problems, but we’re not Nazi Germany—yet

No, America is not Nazi Germany. We have not carried out atrocities equal to those that brought about WWII. Not yet.

January 12, 2026

Heating up the Cold War

World War II ended 80 years ago, but before any peace dividend could be paid or the euphoria fully experienced, the Cold War started.

September 1, 2025

War comes to America

One very strange incident happened 80 years ago in Bly, Oregon when a Sunday school teacher and her students were killed in the woods by an undetonated bomb.

May 19, 2025

Measuring victory at the end of the war

It would take almost 45 years for the final objective of World War II to be accomplished.

May 5, 2025

Remembering Ernie Pyle

Ernie Pyle gave his life for something bigger than himself—explaining the calamity of war from the vantage point of the common soldiers who secured victory.

April 21, 2025

Gov. Ivey honors Alabama veterans, reflects on father’s WWII service

Ivey used her message to reaffirm her dedication to Alabama’s veterans, pledging to continue her efforts to support veterans’ transition to civilian life.

November 11, 2024

Labor was dominant in post-war Alabama

Every major industry in Alabama was served by a unionized workforce.

August 28, 2024

Carl presents WWII Veteran Corporal Robert Curtis Andry with Purple Heart Medal

Cpl. Andry was part of the 761st Black Tank Battalion during World War II.

March 23, 2022

Avoiding Saigon’s quagmire in Manila

Much like the dog that didn’t bark or the accident that didn’t happen, few people appreciate how close the Philippines came to communist domination.

November 9, 2021

Defense spending important for Alabama

We as Alabamians can and should look closely as to who can and will work the hardest to protect defense and agriculture.

October 20, 2021