Author Archives: wilsono

Introduction

During World War Two, many of Europe’s largest industrial centers were destroyed in both Axis and Allied nations. The continent also faced agricultural challenges and large swaths of the continent… Read more »

Gulf of Tonkin Resolution

On August 10, 1964 President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Tonkin Resolution. The resolution is particularly significant because it gave the President authority to exercise military force, without a declaration… Read more »

“Peace with Honor”

On January 23, 1973, President Richard Nixon issued a statement to the American people updating them on the outcome of the Paris Peace Talks. President Nixon stated that this was… Read more »

Osama Bin Laden

When looking to arm the Mujahideen, the US government sought out a leader to distribute the millions of dollars of weapons and logistical support to help fight the Soviets, they… Read more »

The Stinger

When looking to arm the Mujahideen, the US government sought out a leader to distribute the millions of dollars of weapons and logistical support to help fight the Soviets, they… Read more »

9/11 Attack

On September 11, 2001, Al Qaeda, commanded by Osama Bin Laden executed a four pronged attack on American landmarks that lead to the death of almost 3,000 Americans. This attack,… Read more »