American Revolution: Battle of Oriskany

Advancing in the summer of 1777, British forces under the leadership of Maj. Gen. John Burgoyne moved south into New York.  In conjunction with this thrust was an advance up ...
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World War II: USS Chicago Lost at Rennell Island

January 29-30, 1943 - Japanese aircraft score a victory at the Battle of Rennell Island.  In January 1943, RAdm. Robert Giffen's Task Force 18, consisting of three heavy cruisers, three light ...
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World War II: P-38 Lightning First Flies

January 27, 1939 - The prototype of the P-38 Lightning (right) first flies. Developed in response the US Army Air Force's request for a high-altitude interceptor, the P-38 became ...
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Royal Navy: Jackie Fisher Born

January 25, 1841 - Admiral of the Fleet John "Jackie" Fisher (right) is born in Ceylon.  Entering the Royal Navy in 1856, Fisher swiftly rose through the ranks of during ...
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World War II: Model Born

January 24, 1891 - Field Marshal Walter Model (right) is born in Genthin, Saxony.  Entering the German Army in 1908, Model quickly became known for his blunt personality and lack ...
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