The modern history of Midway atoll includes its commercial uses and post-war reversion of a natural state resulting in its designation as a National Wildlife Refuge.

Edward Carter was one of seven African Americans who had their earlier awards upgraded to the Medal of Honor on January 13, 1997. Like all but one of the veterans, he did not live to see this honor.

From Franklin D. Roosevelt’s perspective in the White House, democracy was under attack overseas and at home in mid-1941.

Historian Richard Frank explores the influence of China and the Soviet Union in the Japanese decision to attack American territories in December 1941.

An Austrian Jew serving in the US military, Irving Becker endured discrimination from both ally and foe during World War II. He ended up a crucial part of one of the most elite Allied forces ever assembled.