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The challenge of portraying America’s first president in film

George Washington has been the subject of a few films, but experts say a heroic Hollywood treatment isn't necessary.

By Sarah Sicard

2 weeks ago

Guts: The mission beyond darkness

Think about hurtling off of an aircraft carrier in the middle of the world’s biggest ocean. Think about doing it at twilight, fairly certain that you’re not coming back.

By Robert M. Citino, Fire for Effect

4 years ago

Stars and Stripes and strife: Americans’ especially close relationship with their flag

From the Revolution to the present conflict in Iraq, use of the flag has progressed from primarily a naval emblem rarely flown by patriotic citizens to a widely revered national symbol.

4 years ago

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