Edward Gorey, Comedian of the Macabre

Eccentric and influential, Edward Gorey wrote and illustrated more than 100 books.

Matthew Weikert: Bringing Afghanistan Home

In 2010, hundreds came together in Illinois to honor a Marine and Army veteran who had recently been deployed to Afghanistan.

The Afterlife of Pat Tillman

Though Pat Tillman died six years ago, a new documentary opening tomorrow shows that questions still linger about the events surrounding his death.

Terry Southern, American Satirist

Here are 15 things to know about the man who helped script "Dr. Strangelove" and "Easy Rider."

Clark Gable By the Numbers

We look back at the life and career of silver screen icon Clark Gable.

Those Daring Young Men

One hundred years ago, Ralph Johnstone became the first American pilot to die in an airplane crash. We take a look back at the perilous early days of flight.

An Obituary’s History Lesson

Did you know that during the Depression many American families migrated to Mexico? Neither did we until we read Henry Burke’s obituary.

Enos Slaughter, Controversial Cardinal

Right fielder Enos Slaughter, born on this day 95 years ago, is one of the more controversial players elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. We take a look at his storied career and the questions surrounding it.

Sugar Ray Robinson: The World's Best Fighter

Here are 20 facts you may not know about Sugar Ray Robinson , the boxer once called the greatest fighter of all time.

A Green Beret and More

Leonard J. Kratcoski served his country through three wars, with two military branches.

J. T. Britton, Distinguished Service Cross recipient

J. T. Britton was the last surviving member of the most highly decorated aircrew in U.S. history...

Robert Aurand received Silver Star for military service in Vietnam

Robert Aurand didn’t talk much about his war experiences, but he sure was proud to have served his country.

Distinguished Flying Cross recipients

The Distinguished Flying Cross is the third-highest award – behind the Medal of Honor and Distinguished Service Cross – for recognizing airmen for valor in aerial combat operations.

Remembering Flag-Wavers on Flag Day

We salute patriotic Americans who showed their love of country by proudly flying the American flag.

Sgt. Linda Lamour Pierre, 28, killed in Afghanistan

The town of Immokalee, Florida, honored their hometown hero Army Sgt. Linda Lamour Pierre, who was killed in Afghanistan.

The Soldier and his Bride

This heartwrenching story of a soldier and the woman who loved him has an unexpected ending.

Saluting SEALs, Soldiers and Airmen

We pay tribute to the 30 brave U.S. servicemen who died August 6 when their helicopter was shot down in Afghanistan.

Breast Cancer Activist

After her breast cancer diagnosis, Lydia J. Cosumano made awareness, detection, and finding a cure her focus.

Veteran Waited 60 Years for a Special Delivery

Postal worker Rocco Gedaro had to wait nearly 60 years to receive the sergeant stripes he earned while serving with the Army’s 90th Infantry Division in Europe during World War II.

Saluting a Civil War Veteran

Civil War veteran Alvin C. Smith was recently eulogized at a graveside ceremony, more than 60 years after his death.

Bo Schembechler Stayed and Was Champion

Legendary Michigan football coach Bo Schembechler died five years ago today. We look at great moments in the career of one of the greatest to ever coach on the gridiron.

Van Barfoot: A Patriot in Every Sense

Van Barfoot gained national attention in 2009 when he fought to keep his 21-foot flagpole at his Henrico County home after the homeowners association ordered it removed.

Clara Barton, Battlefield Angel

One hundred years ago today, Clara Barton died, leaving behind an enormous humanitarian legacy.

Burl Ives: Everyone's Favorite Uncle

Burl Ives, born June 14, 1909, is best known today for his part as the snowman-narrator in Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, but he also enjoyed a decades-long career as a folk singer, actor and writer.

Missing Them at the Parade

Today we salute the veterans who never failed to honor their fallen comrades at Memorial Day parades.

Legacy of Valor: The Medal of Honor

The Medal of Honor honors military personnel who distinguish themselves through "gallantry in action, and other soldier-like qualities."

Les Paul: Sound of a Century

Les Paul played a big part in shaping the sound of the 20th century –as a guitarist, inventor, and innovator.

Woody Guthrie: From Sea to Shining Sea

Here are 10 things you may (or may not) know about the Dust Bowl Troubadour, plus a few of our favorite Woody Guthrie songs.

Burt Lancaster: All-American

We're remembering Hollywood leading man Burt Lancaster by watching a few fan favorites.

The Way Jim Croce Was

"I'm no missionary and I can't wear any armor, either. I just gotta be the way I am."

In Remembrance of Women Who Served

We honor 11 American servicewomen who gave their lives in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Audie Murphy, Super Soldier

On , the U.S. lost one of the greatest soldiers it's ever known.

A Doctor and a Patriot

The obituary for in the Kansas City Star told scant details of his remarkable life compared to the autobiography he wrote in 1996.

Mr. Clean Come to Life

House Peters Jr. might not have been a household name, but the product he advertised certainly was ...

Gene Autry, The Singing Cowboy

Gene Autry was known as "The Singing Cowboy" and that was long before he was singing all the way to the bank.

SpongeBob Headstone Controversy

When Sgt. Kimberly Walker was killed in February 2013, her family wanted to do something very special to remember their beloved soldier.

The Burt Lancaster Centennial

From handsome tough guy to great filmmaker: 10 facts about Hollywood movie star Burt Lancaster.

William Holden: Hollywood Icon

William Holden went places. In movies and in life he was always on the move.

The Quotable Norman Schwarzkopf

Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf, the U.S. Army four-star general who led coalition forces to victory during 1991's Persian Gulf conflict, was known as "Stormin' Norman" but he also was thoughtful and gentle.

MIA No More

This Veterans Day, we're offering a special salute to those Missing In Action.

The Glenn Miller Sound

Twenty years before Etta James made "At Last" her signature song, another artist recorded it for the first time. It was Glenn Miller, pioneer of big band music.

Rose Gorga, WWII Veteran

Until her death in March 2011, Rose Gorga was the oldest female World War II veteran.

Barney F. Hajiro, 94, belatedly received the Medal of Honor

, the Hawaiian-born son of Japanese immigrants, was among 22 Asian American World War II veterans who received Medals of Honor – the nation’s highest award for heroism – 55 years after the war ended.

5 Sleuths who Paved the Way for True Detective

These five real-life detectives deserve their own TV shows.

The Day That Changed Their Lives

While many Americans slowly made their way back to normality after Sept. 11, 2001, a few didn't – or couldn't – fall back into routine.

Bruce Dayton (1918 - 2015)

Bruce Dayton, the father of Minnesota's governor and a key figure in building his family's company into the massive retailing business that became Target Corp., has died, according to The Associated Press. He was 97. Dayton died at his home surrounded by family on Friday, according to the governor's spokesman, Matt Swenson.

Robert Loggia (1930 - 2015), actor in Scarface, Big

Robert Loggia, the gravelly voiced character actor from "Scarface," "The Sopranos," and "Big," has died of Alzheimer's disease, according to The Associated Press. He was 85.

Chuck Williams (1915-2015), Williams-Sonoma founder

Chuck Williams, founder of the high-end home goods empire Williams-Sonoma, died peacefully of natural causes Saturday at his San Francisco home, The Associated Press and San Francisco Chronicle report.

Tibor Rubin (1929 - 2015), Holocaust survivor and decorated U.S. soldier

Tibor Rubin, a Holocaust survivor who went on to become a highly decorated U.S. infantry soldier decades after the Korean War, has died in California, according to multiple news sources. Rubin, who was born in Hungary, died Saturday of natural causes in Garden Grove, California, his nephew, Robert Huntly, told the Los Angeles Times. He was 86.