Historical Events tagged with "u.s. army"

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Military & Warfare

Seymour Hersh Exposes My Lai Massacre

November 12th, 1969 55 years ago

Investigative journalist Seymour Hersh published a report detailing the My Lai Massacre, where U.S. soldiers killed hundreds of unarmed Vietnamese civilians. The story shocked the American public, revealing the harsh realities of the Vietnam War. Hersh's investigation included accounts from soldiers and survivors, drawing attention to war crimes committed during military operations in Quang Ngai Province. The report catalyzed widespread outrage and disillusionment regarding U.S. involvement in Vietnam.

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Military & Warfare

Charges Against William Calley for My Lai Massacre

September 5th, 1969 55 years ago

William Calley, a U.S. Army Lieutenant, faced charges for his involvement in the My Lai Massacre, where 109 Vietnamese civilians were killed. This incident occurred during the Vietnam War in My Lai village, highlighting the brutalities of war and the ethical dilemmas faced by soldiers. The charges included six specifications of premeditated murder, drawing significant public and media attention.

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Military & Warfare

Assault on Hamburger Hill Begins

May 10th, 1969 55 years ago

The Battle of Dong Ap Bia, later known as Hamburger Hill, began when the U.S. Army launched an assault on Hill 937 in the A Shau Valley of Vietnam. This significant clash involved an intense multi-day ground battle between U.S. forces and North Vietnamese Army troops. The hill was strategically important, and the U.S. aimed to capture it to disrupt enemy operations and secure the area. The name 'Hamburger Hill' would come to symbolize the ferocity of the conflict and the heavy casualties suffered by U.S. troops during the assault.

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Space Exploration

First Launch at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station

July 24th, 1950 74 years ago

Cape Canaveral Air Force Station commenced operations with the successful launch of a Bumper rocket. This event marked a significant milestone in American space exploration as the Bumper rocket, a combination of the V-2 and WAC Corporal rockets, soared into the atmosphere. The launch at this strategic site in Florida was coordinated by the U.S. Army and NASA, reflecting the beginning of a new era in rocket development and testing.

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Politics & Government

Hoover Orders Eviction of Bonus Army Veterans

July 28th, 1932 92 years ago

The Bonus Army, consisting of World War I veterans marching for early payment of their service bonuses, was forcibly removed from their camp in Washington, D.C., by the U.S. Army. Under President Herbert Hoover's orders, troops led by General Douglas MacArthur confronted the veterans, leading to violent clashes and the destruction of their makeshift camps, which had been a protest site for several months. This dramatic action drew national attention to the plight of veterans during the Great Depression.

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Military & Warfare

Alvin C. York's Heroic Actions in Combat

October 8th, 1918 106 years ago

Corporal Alvin C. York, an American soldier during World War I, led a small group during a combat mission in the Argonne Forest of France. Despite overwhelming odds, York engaged in a fierce firefight, resulting in the killing of 28 German soldiers and the capture of 132. His heroic actions were recognized with the Medal of Honor, marking him as one of the war's most celebrated figures.

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Military & Warfare

U.S. Troops Land at Daiquirí, Cuba

June 22nd, 1898 126 years ago

A chaotic military operation unfolded as 6,000 men of the U.S. Fifth Army Corps landed at Daiquirí, Cuba, approximately 16 miles east of Santiago de Cuba. Although outnumbered two-to-one, the Spanish forces, led by Lt. Gen. Arsenio Linares y Pombo, chose not to contest the landings. This initial landing marked the beginning of U.S. ground operations aimed at capturing Santiago, a strategic objective during the Spanish-American War.

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Military & Warfare

Chief Crazy Horse Surrenders in Nebraska

May 6th, 1877 147 years ago

Chief Crazy Horse of the Oglala Lakota surrendered to United States Army troops in Nebraska after years of conflict. This surrender marked a significant turning point in the Great Sioux War, reflecting the complexities of Native American resistance during this period. With his surrender, Crazy Horse aimed to secure peace for his people while navigating the treacherous political landscape of broken treaties and U.S. expansion. This moment was pivotal in reshaping the relationship between Native Americans and the U.S. government.

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Military & Warfare

Chief Kintpuash Executed Post-Modoc War

October 3rd, 1873 151 years ago

Chief Kintpuash, known as Captain Jack, and his companions were hanged in Fort Klamath, Oregon, as a consequence of their roles in the Modoc War. The Modoc War erupted primarily due to tensions between the Modoc people and European settlers over land and resources in northern California and southern Oregon. Kintpuash was captured in June and tried for the murder of General Edward R.S. Canby, a significant breach of peace negotiations between the Modoc tribe and U.S. forces. His execution marked a bitter end to the struggle for Modoc sovereignty.

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