World War II

Congressional Medal of Honor Society Announces Passing of Medal of Honor Recipient Ralph Puckett Jr.

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Lunedì, Aprile 8, 2024

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MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Congressional Medal of Honor Society regretfully announces that Ralph Puckett, Jr., the last living Korean war Medal of Honor recipient, passed away on April 8, 2024, in Columbus, Georgia, at the age of 97.

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Last living Korean War Medal of Honor Recipient Earned Nation's Highest Award for Valor during Korean War.
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Congressional Medal of Honor Society regretfully announces that Ralph Puckett, Jr., the last living Korean war Medal of Honor recipient, passed away on April 8, 2024, in Columbus, Georgia, at the age of 97.
President Joseph Biden Jr. presented Puckett with the Medal of Honor at the White House in Washington, D.C., on May 21, 2021, for his actions during the Battle of Unsan in North Korea.
Speaking about receiving the Medal of Honor 71 years after the Battle of Unsan, Puckett said, "I was surprised at that.

Thermal Countermeasure Market - Global and Regional Analysis and Forecasts, 2023-2033: Utilization of 3D Printing in Manufacturing and Improved Capabilities through Integration with IoT - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Mercoledì, Marzo 27, 2024

The "Thermal Countermeasure Market - A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on Platform, Product Type, Integration Type, and Country - Analysis and Forecast, 2023-2033" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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The "Thermal Countermeasure Market - A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on Platform, Product Type, Integration Type, and Country - Analysis and Forecast, 2023-2033" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
Thermal countermeasures represent a key breakthrough in modern fighting and defensive methods, notably in military and security situations.
Moreover, favorable government policies are also expected to support the growth of the thermal countermeasures market in North America and Europe during the forecast period.
In North America, the U.S. is anticipated to show the highest growth in the thermal countermeasures market among other countries in North America.

CLAIMS CONFERENCE LAUNCHES INTERNATIONAL HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR SPEAKERS BUREAU

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Giovedì, Aprile 4, 2024

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NEW YORK, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference) launched the Survivor Speakers Bureau (SSB), a vast program of over 270 Holocaust survivors willing and able to tell their critical stories to students around the world.

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NEW YORK, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference) launched the Survivor Speakers Bureau (SSB), a vast program of over 270 Holocaust survivors willing and able to tell their critical stories to students around the world.
A Holocaust survivor speakers bureau of this scale and reach is unprecedented.
Just as important, the Claims Conference has secured increasing funding for Holocaust education as the need and desire for sustainable Holocaust education has been proven globally.
The Claims Conference Survivor Speakers Bureau connects Holocaust survivors with students both virtually and in-person.

AMERICAN BATTLEFIELD TRUST'S 28TH ANNUAL PARK DAY CONNECTS COMMUNITIES THROUGH HISTORY

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Martedì, Aprile 2, 2024

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WASHINGTON, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Battlefield Trust is gearing up for its 28th annual Park Day event. Stretching from coast to coast, some 100 sites across 27 states have enlisted to participate in this year's hands-on preservation event. With tasks ranging from landscape maintenance and cleaning museum windows to staining fences and relocating interpretation signs, volunteers nationwide will take on these tasks in a continued effort of maintaining our historic sites on Saturday, April 6, 2024.

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WASHINGTON, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Battlefield Trust is gearing up for its 28th annual Park Day event.
Historic sites nationwide seek volunteers for 28th Annual Park Day!
"Park Day is not just about celebrating our history; it's about weaving it into the fabric of communities across the country," said Trust President David Duncan.
In addition to receiving official Park Day reusable water bottles, many sites provide volunteers with snacks, lunch and tours of the sites.

The Makers of the SPAM® Brand Send Aloha to Their Fans in Hawaii with Special Edition Collectors Can

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Lunedì, Aprile 1, 2024

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AUSTIN, Minn., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hawaiian community is never far from the hearts and minds of the SPAM® brand team. The special relationship that exists between the brand and the people in Hawaii spans decades, and the mutual love between the two sides is deep. With that in mind, the makers of the SPAM® brand are always exploring ways to further cultivate that bond and to say thank you to their fans in Hawaii.

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The special relationship that exists between the brand and the people in Hawaii spans decades, and the mutual love between the two sides is deep.
With that in mind, the makers of the SPAM® brand are always exploring ways to further cultivate that bond and to say thank you to their fans in Hawaii.
In doing so, the SPAM® brand team — in partnership with accomplished Hawaiian artist Kamea Hadar — has developed a special limited-edition SPAM® Hawaiian Collectors Edition can, dedicated with love to the people of Hawaii.
"We wanted to show our fans in Hawaii how much we appreciate their love," said Jennesa Kinscher, senior brand manager of the SPAM® brand.

Gale Primary Sources Release Four New Archives Devoted to Contributions from Underrecognized Communities

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Giovedì, Marzo 28, 2024

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gale, part of Cengage Group, is continuing its support of academic initiatives in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) with the release of four new archives on the Gale Primary Sources (GPS) platform. These archives unlock perspectives on interdisciplinary subjects, including the histories of LGBTQ+ communities in North America, the treatment of disabilities in society, refugeeism and relief work during the Cold War period and the environmental impact of colonial policies in Africa and Asia – all topics that represent some of the fastest-growing areas of research and teaching. Making accessible the often unheard voices of those who lived it, these unique collections enable researchers and students to break past barriers, gain new insights and make key connections between past events and their influence on the world we live in today.

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These new archives drive exploration of different perspectives by connecting researchers and students to primary sources that create a culture of discovery and understanding."
These new archives are available on the Gale Primary Sources platform, enabling cross-archival searching to help users make new connections across topics.
This allows researchers to apply natural language processing tools across thousands of documents from Gale Primary Sources and perform a variety of textual analyses.
For more information or to request a trial, visit the Gale Primary Sources web page .

Global Thermal Countermeasure Industry Research 2023-2033: Ongoing and Upcoming Programs, Technological Trends, Competitive Benchmarking

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Mercoledì, Marzo 27, 2024

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Moreover, favorable government policies are also expected to support the growth of the thermal countermeasures market in North America and Europe during the forecast period.

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Moreover, favorable government policies are also expected to support the growth of the thermal countermeasures market in North America and Europe during the forecast period.
In North America, the U.S. is anticipated to show the highest growth in the thermal countermeasures market among other countries in North America.
Thermal countermeasures include a variety of devices meant to deceive or reduce the efficacy of thermal sensors and infrared detection systems.
An increase in military modernization programs by the defense industry is driving the growth of the thermal countermeasures industry.

Pyka Secures 110,000 Sq. Ft. Historic Aviation Hangar in the Bay Area for Scaled Manufacturing and R&D

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Martedì, Marzo 26, 2024

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ALAMEDA, Calif., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pyka, manufacturer of autonomous electric aircraft for crop protection and cargo delivery, has secured a 110,000 square foot corporate headquarters and production facility in the historic Alameda Naval Air Station, now known as Alameda Point, in the city of Alameda, CA.

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"The company is creating substantial job opportunities in green energy technology and helping to electrify the aviation sector."
"Pyka has an extremely supportive and welcoming company culture," said Chuma Ogunwole, Chief Operating Officer at Pyka.
Our team is incredibly diverse, and we have a shared enthusiasm for our mission that fosters a uniquely collaborative environment.
Pyka is grateful for the support expressed by the City of Alameda and the State of California.

American Airlines Pilot, Author and Journalist, Sports Writer Collaborate on New Book; Beyond Haiku--Pilot Stories launches April 3 at St. Thomas University

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Lunedì, Marzo 25, 2024

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DALLAS, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Walter Villa, a Miami Herald journalist and sports writer, met American Airlines Captain Linda Pauwels when he interviewed her for a Miami Dade College publication. That meeting led to other interviews and developed into a friendship. After getting to know Pauwels and her "Beyond Haiku" series, Villa asked her a serious question: "How would you like to team up with me to write a book about pilots?"

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Walter Villa, a Miami Herald journalist and sports writer, met American Airlines Captain Linda Pauwels when he interviewed her for a Miami Dade College publication.
DALLAS, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Walter Villa, a Miami Herald journalist and sports writer, met American Airlines Captain Linda Pauwels when he interviewed her for a Miami Dade College publication.
"My favorite part was seeing the seed of Walter's great idea grow and blossom into a book.
The authors interviewed 15 pilots around the globe who shared intimate, thought-provoking personal journeys in the air and on land.

Rock Island Auction Company Hosts First Premier Auction of 2024, May 17-19

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Mercoledì, Marzo 20, 2024

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BEDFORD, Texas, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rock Island Auction Company (RIAC) is proud to announce its first Premier Auction of 2024, taking place Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19 in Bedford, TX. As the world's leading firearms auction house, RIAC will showcase over 2,200 items, including exceptional presidential firearms, military vehicles and a diverse range of high art European arms.

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The premier auction will commence with a full-day preview event, Thursday, May 16.
Doors open at 10 a.m., and attendees will have early access to explore the most prestigious items up for auction.
"The first Premier Auction of the year is always exciting, and we have an extraordinary array of firearms that represent the best of what's publicly available today," said Kevin Hogan, President of Rock Island Auction Company.
After the grand opening of Rock Island Auction Company's Bedford facility in December of 2023, the world's number one firearms auction house is pleased to host its second premier auction at 3600 E. Harwood Road.