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The Last Full Measure of Devotion

Published: May 23, 2013 at 3:29 pm

Memorial Day is when we appropriately focus on and honor the service and the sacrifices of the those who have died in the service of this nation … we also must not forget the living: those who have served and are suffering from physical wounds and from psychological wounds in the form of PTSD and survivor guilt.

An April Day in Boston

Published: May 01, 2013 at 10:16 am

Author and historian Carlo D’Este expresses emotions stirred up by the Boston Marathon Bombings.

Armchair General and the Colby Symposium in 2013

Carlo D'Este | Published: April 02, 2013 at 7:51 am

Author and historian Carlo D’Este gears up for the upcoming 18th annual William E. Colby Military Writers’ Symposium, to be held at Norwich University, Northfield, Vermont on April 10-11, 2013.

The Myth of Ike and Kay Summersby Part II

Published: March 04, 2013 at 11:31 am

Author and historian Carlo D’Este offers part II of his examination of the relationship between Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower’s and his World War II chauffeur, Kay Summersby.

The Myth of Ike and Kay Summersby: Part 1

Carlo D'Este | Published: February 11, 2013 at 11:52 am

In the wake of the Gen. David Petraeus and Paula Broadwell scandal, author and historian Carlo D’Este examines Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower’s relationship with his World War II chauffeur, Kay Summersby.

The Heroes Among Us

Carlo D'Este | Published: January 04, 2013 at 11:15 am

This month author and historian Carlo D’Este describes his feelings about the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting while highlighting the bravery of some of the victims.

An Award To An Outstanding Historian

Carlo D'Este | Published: December 01, 2012 at 1:00 pm

Author and historian Carlo D’Este highlights the contributions of Sir Max Hastings — the winner of this year’s Pritzker Military Library Lifetime Achievement Award for Military Writing.

The Endless & Unwinnable War

Carlo D'Este | Published: November 02, 2012 at 2:36 pm

Author and historian Carlo D’Este offers insight into how Afghanistan has now turned into an endless and unwinnable war that seems destined to encompass future generations of Americans.

A Very Different Olympic Games Part 2

Carlo D'Este | Published: October 02, 2012 at 12:36 pm

Author and Historian Carlo D’Este highlights Gen. George S. Patton’s Jr’s participation in the 1912 Olympics in Sweden and how it was one of the great achievements of his colorful life.

A Very Different Olympic Games

Carlo D'Este | Published: September 10, 2012 at 11:40 am

Author and Historian Carlo D’Este highlight the differences between the recently concluded, glitzy London Olympic games and those of a century earlier.

A Very Special Lady Part 2

Carlo D'Este | Published: July 31, 2012 at 1:59 pm

Author and historian Carlo D’Este highlights Ruth Ellen Patton Totten’s book The Button Box and talks about how a visit with her remains one of the most exceptional and unforgettable days of his life.

A Very Special Lady

Carlo D'Este | Published: June 28, 2012 at 2:11 pm

Author and Historian Carlo D’Este reflects upon a day spent with Gen. George S. Patton’s daughter, Ruth Ellen Totten.

Lest We Forget

Carlo D'Este | Published: May 24, 2012 at 10:26 am

Author and historian Carlo D’Este reminds us of the significance of Memorial and why we should take a moment to remember the real meaning behind the holiday.

A Young Boy’s Unforgettable Experience in World War II

Carlo D'Este | Published: May 02, 2012 at 10:30 am

Author and historian Carlo D’Este recalls the day he heard that President Franklin Roosevelt died in April 1945.

Armchair General and the Colby Symposium in 2012

Carlo D'Este | Published: April 02, 2012 at 3:54 pm

Armchair General will again support the 17th annual William E. Colby Military Writers’ Symposium, to be held at Norwich University, Northfield, Vermont on 11-12 April 2012.

Military History in Sarasota

Carlo D'Este | Published: March 02, 2012 at 12:01 pm

Author and historian Carlo D’Este highlights this year’s military history symposiums held on beautiful Lido Key in Sarasota, Florida.

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