On Feb. 15, 1898, the U.S. battleship Maine exploded in Havana harbor, killing 260 crewmen and leading to a U.S. declaration of war against Spain.
The success of the Tuskegee Airmen helped pave the way for integration of the armed forces. Dart’s daughter, Cynthia Providence, will share her father’s story during a virtual presentation next week.
Two American veterans of World War II who fought to free the Philippines in 1945 are headed back to help mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Manila.