Beyond earth's surly bonds

Article Abstract:

America's spirit of being world explorers is evident even during the early 20th century. The Lindbergh inagural flight of the "The Spirit of St. Louis" in 1927 signals a spinoff of even greater expeditions. The succeeding years saw the US already stepping on the moon.

Evaluation, History, Space flight, United States history, Lindbergh, Charles A.

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Ballooning for POWs

Article Abstract:

An overview is presented of United States ballooning company Freedom Flight Inc, which was launched to increase public awareness for POWs, MIAs and their families. Since 1989 the company has worked with sponsors and volunteers to highlight their plight.

Management, Demonstrations and protests, Prisoners of war, Missing in action, Freedom Flight Inc

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Heroic Legionnaire dies subduing gunman

Article Abstract:

Heroic Legionnaire Ron Robertson, of Placentia Post 277, died whilst tackling gunman Dung Trinh at the West Anaheim Medical Center, so saving the lives of patients and employees. Details of the incident are presented.

Crimes against, Behavior, Heroes, Vietnam veterans, Robertson, Ron

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