The early 1940s were riddled with uncertainty. World War II loomed large over daily life, reshaping industry, families, and the rhythm of American towns. Gas was rationed, and every home seemed to hum ...

Summary and Key Points: The Montana-class battleships were designed in the early 1940s to be the most powerful U.S. Navy battleships, with 12 16-inch guns and enhanced armor. Intended to counter Japan ...

Pentagon construction in 1942 caused displacement of the Queen City community (via U.S. Department of Defense) Construction of the Pentagon’s road network in the early 1940s was responsible for the ...

Communities are like vineyards. The periodic yield of quality people ranges from bare to bounteous and, once in a great while, the right combination of elements conspire to produce a vintage year or ...