Rebecca Price Janney

Father Kapaun is only one of five Army chaplains to have received the Medal of Honor and is a candidate for sainthood

How could this revered year also be its worst?

Edmonia Lewis's depictions of American literature and history earned her widespread acclaim in the 19th century

On the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, this podcast salutes Sgt. Adrian Cronaur and all those who served.

During a brutal Korean War battle, a beloved American candy came to the rescue.

Most of the actors in this iconic movie played their parts from first-hand experience

Hear the touching story behind one of America's best-loved Christmas songs

Today, Dutch families continue to honor "their" soldiers

Learn the surprising role the cosmetic industry played in World War II

The Rev. Dr. Billy Graham recounted his long friendship with Her Majesty, in his autobiography

Buzz Aldrin of Apollo 11 had a most unusual first meal after landing on the moon's surface in July 1969

The people hear and respond to the Declaration of Independence

On the 40th anniversary of D-Day, Ronald Reagan gave one of his most memorable speeches.

Listen to the story of Memorial Day's association with red poppies

She gave her life serving the needs of American veterans

A story of William Seward, a man wing to endure his critics for a greater goal

President "Silent Cal" Coolidge gave one of American history's most inspiring speeches.

A 91 year-old Revolutionary War Soldier tells a young man what made him take up arms against the British in 1775.

The President showed a tender side of his personality when it came to soldiers, on both sides

This 16th family impacted early American history

A little known story about the Underground Railroad's most famous conductor

John Quincy Adams, once reviled for his principled stands, died with the deepest respect of his former detractors.

Noel Regney's "Do You Hear What I Hear?" Carries a Message of Hope and Joy to Us in this Season of Hope

Did you ever write a letter to an unknown soldier? Here are some stories about women who wrote to wounded men in the American Civil War.

Rebecca Price Janney tells the story of the attach on Pearl Harbor and the life of the Japanese pilot who led it

This year America will observe the 400th anniversary of the first Thanksgiving, held in November 1621. How did this event become a federal holiday? Rebecca Price Janney tells the story.

The story of the creation of Blue Star Mothers is shared by permission of Karen Whiting and Jocelyn Green

Announcing the release of book five in my award-winning Easton Series from Elk Lake Publishing

In an uncertain and harsh season, Abraham Lincoln conducted himself in such a way as to encourage us today.

The outcome of WWII is a reminder that evil does not go unchecked, or ultimately triumph

This regiment fought bravely to overcome different kinds of enemies

American hearts went out to children orphaned during World War I

The story of a teacher's unusual experience during the Battle of Gettysburg

Taken from Craig Von Buseck's inspiring new book, VICTOR! THE LAST BATTLE OF ULYSSES S. GRANT, this is the story of a touching Memorial Day salute, his last. (Gratefully shared by permission of the author)

More than riots broke out on college campuses in the spring of 1970.

Letters from the Civil War still speak to us

Even in the optimistic opening years of the 20th century, there were painful reminders of the limits to human achievement.

Was a 1776 Christmas event a coincidence, or a divine appointment?

Many civilians gave all they had in the spring of 1775

The nation's first First Lady was a force to be reckoned with

This multi-disabled woman overcame nearly insurmountable odds to live a productive and inspiring life

Fanny Crosby's impressive output of songs have inspired millions across the generations, around the world.

A revolution of the spirit played a role in Japan's rebuilding after WWII.

What do Americans of the last few decades belief about life after death?

What made up the majority of beliefs about spirituality and the afterlife?

Casting off old ways, many did what was right in their own eyes

This distant mirror can help us better understand our own times.

John Kennedy ushers in a new era

Winston Churchill's Realistic Optimism in a Dark Hour

General Washington urged his men to prayer during the trying winter encampment at Valley Forge

I gave these remarks at the dedication of a DAR grave marker to Colonel Peter Kichline on November 8, 2020 at the Historic Easton Cemetery