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Dickeyville Grotto Memorial: WWI tribute grows into folk-art landmark; visitors still flock

Dickeyville Grotto was created by Father Matthias Wernerus as a tribute to three local soldiers lost in World War I. Over time, it transformed into an enchanting garden featuring unique shrines and displays of patriotism. While construction ceased after Wernerus passed away in 1931, the grotto continued to attract visitors,…

The Times of India · Oct 22

Loveland Castle Museum Hours: World War I medic builds riverside fortress; Knights now run museum

Loveland Castle, or Chateau Laroche, was the brainchild of Harry Delos Andrews, who initiated its construction in 1929. This unique structure, crafted solely by Andrews using local materials such as milk carton bricks, stands proudly by the Little Miami River in Ohio. Following his death in 1981, the Knights of…

The Times of India · Oct 21

During World War I, zinc mining helped Rush, Arkansas, grow to 2,000 to 3,000 residents; by 1920, its population had fallen to 344, and mining ruins remain along the Buffalo River

Rush, Arkansas, experienced a boom during World War I, driven by high zinc demand which transformed it into a bustling mining hub. Essential amenities like hotels and stores emerged to support the growing population and mining activities. However, post-war economic shifts resulted in a steep decline, reducing the community to…

The Economic Times · Oct 18

National Doughnut Day 2026: Krispy Kreme, Dunkin', 7-Eleven and Duck Donuts offer free treats and sweet deals

National Donut Day 2026 will be celebrated on June 5 with free doughnuts, discounts and special promotions from major chains across the United States. The annual event, observed on the first Friday of June, was established by The Salvation Army in 1938 to honor the Donut Lassies who served soldiers…

The Economic Times · Jun 4

During World War I, specially trained 'mercy dogs' rescued wounded soldiers and delivered medical supplies on battlefields too deadly for human medics

World War I saw brave mercy dogs, also known as casualty dogs, on the front lines. These intelligent animals, wearing Red Cross vests, searched battlefields for injured soldiers. They carried first-aid supplies and liquor, guiding survivors to safety. Many dogs stayed with dying soldiers, offering comfort in their final moments.

The Economic Times · May 19

Friendship, honey and the simple life: 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh

Isn’t it funny How a Bear likes honey Buzz buzz I wonder why he does Just over a century ago, the satirical writer and playwright A.A. Milne, suffering from the after-effects of fighting in the trenches of World War I, started writing some poems for his only child, Christopher Robin.…

The Conversation · Apr 13

After 4 years of war by Russia in Ukraine, peace is still elusive despite a US push for a settlement

When Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine surpassed 1,418 days last month, it officially exceeded a historic milestone — the same span of time it took Moscow to defeat Nazi Germany in World War II

The Independent UK · Feb 22

Held captive in their own country during World War II, Japanese Americans used nature to cope with their unjustified imprisonment

With a stroke of a presidential pen, the lives of Izumi Taniguchi, Minoru Tajii, Homei Iseyama and Peggy Yorita irreparably changed on Feb. 19, 1942. On that day, President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued Executive Order 9066, which set in motion their wartime incarceration along with other people of Japanese ancestry…

The Conversation · Feb 9

Russia suffers more losses in its war against Ukraine than any other country since WWII — report

Russia sustained 1.2 million casualties almost four years into its all-out war in Ukraine, suffering more losses than any major power in any war since World War II, according to a CSIS report.

Euronews · Jan 28

Turning One $40 Share Into $29,400,000: One of the Greatest ‘Do Nothing’ Trades in History

In September 1919, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) went public at $40 per share. At the time, the world was emerging from World War I, the automobile was still a luxury, and soft drinks were sold primarily at soda fountains. Few investors could have imagined that a single share purchased back...

Barchart · Dec 17, 2025