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Ie Shima, Ernie Pyle, and a "Betty Bomber"

Ie Shima (Island), Ernie Pyle, and a “Betty Bomber” have more in common that you might think.

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Madison New Hampshire’s Aviation Innovators: The Amazing Granville Family

On June 14, 2008 the dedication ceremony for a historical marker will occur… Continue reading

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New Hampshire’s Fighter Pilot Ace and Institute President, Brigadier General Harrison Reed "Harry" Thyng (1918-1983)

Harry Thyng was born in Laconia New Hampshire in 1918, and grew up in Barnstead, and attended Pittsfield High School … Continue reading

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Derry New Hampshire Astronaut: Rear Admiral Alan B. Shepard Jr. (1923-1998)

Alan B. Shepard Jr. was born 18 Nov 1923 in the small town of Derry, New Hampshire.

He attended grammar … Continue reading

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