Before the Second World War, there were two broad categories of fuses: impact and timed.
Before the Second World War, there were two broad categories of fuses: impact and timed.
From a poem, and a drinking to the lyrics of the “Star-Spangled Banner.” Learn more about the National Anthem.
The Purple Heart is the only decoration awarded to any soldier, sailor, airman or marine who sheds blood in defense of the nation. What follows is a history of this unique decoration and some of its WWII recipients.