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#OTD in 1906, the USS Louisiana (BB 19) created a historical moment by transporting President Theodore Roosevelt to Panama. He became the first sitting U.S. president to journey to a foreign nation. Roosevelt's visit to Panama aimed to inspect the construction progress of the Panama Canal, which was well underway at that time. The voyage on the USS Louisiana, which had received its commission only a few months earlier, commenced on November 8 in Maryland. The ship reached Panama on November 14, where President Roosevelt conducted an inspection of the Canal's construction site. Subsequently, the ship made a stopover in Puerto Rico before returning to Maryland at the end of November. The USS Louisiana later played a significant role in the Great White Fleet and served as a training vessel during World War I. It was eventually decommissioned in 1920. In the first image, President Roosevelt can be seen atop construction machinery during his historic visit to Panama.

November 8, 1942 - Operation Torch. The first US troops squeezed into their landing craft to enter WWII in French North Africa. The task force commanded by General Patton was comprised of 35,000 troops and was supported by the naval forces under Admiral Hewitt. This operation also saw the first major airborne assault carried out by the US. Initially, there was significant resistance, but the Allies quickly completed their invasion. This was paramount, as the tempo during the previous three years of fighting had been dictated by the Germans and Italians. Within six months, Africa would be cleared of Axis forces. #OTD #ushistory #worldhistory #operationtorch #ww2 #WWII #airborne #ninelineapparel

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On this day in 1944, First Lieutenant Turney W. Leonard was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. His unwavering heroism was shown as he led a platoon of mobile weapons in the battlegrounds of Kommerscheidt, Germany. Over the course of an intense three-day engagement, 1st. Lt. Leonard consistently demonstrated courage by repeatedly braving a hail of overwhelming enemy fire as he advanced ahead of his platoon. His objective was to direct the fire of his tank destroyer from exposed, dismounted positions. He even conducted solitary reconnaissance missions to determine the nature of the opposition his men were facing. In one instance, he confronted a hostile machine gun, advancing alone and eliminating the enemy emplacement with a hand grenade. As the conflict intensified, 1st. Lt. Leonard maneuvered through a storm of artillery, mortar, and small arms fire. He reorganized disoriented infantry units, whose leaders had fallen as casualties. Despite sustaining injuries early in the battle, he persisted in directing fire from his position until a high-explosive shell struck his arm, incapacitating him. 1st. Lt. Leonard's last known location was a medical aid station, which tragically fell into enemy hands. His courage and personal contributions led to the destruction of six German tanks. Today, let us honor his memory.

November 5, 2005 - Operation Steel Curtain. This military operation was executed by coalition forces to reduce the number of insurgents crossing the border into Iraq. The purpose was to establish a permanent Iraqi army presence. Marines from 3rd Battalion, 6th marines; 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines; and 10th Marines HQ elements began their assault on Husaybah - an insurgent stronghold - and cleared the city within 4 days. Troops launched another phase in the city of Ubaydi, the cell within the city falling after 7 days of fighting, bringing the operation to a close. During the operation, 139 insurgents were killed, and 256 taken prisoners. 10 US Marines lost their lives during the operation.

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#OTD in 1941, The Combined Japanese Fleet received Top-Secret Order No. 1: In 34 days' time, Pearl Harbor was to be bombed. Hideki Tojo, the minister of war who would soon be prime minister, had no intention of withdrawing from captured territories and construed the American “threat” of war as an ultimatum and prepared to deliver the first blow in a Japanese-American confrontation: the bombing of Pearl Harbor.

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October 31, 1956 - Rear Admiral G.J. Dufek became the first person to land a plan at the South Pole. An R4D Skytrain was landed on the ice. RADM Dufek CAPT Dordiner, CAPT Hawkes, LCDR Shinn, L Swadener, AD2 Strider, and AD2 Cumbie were the first men to stand on the South Pole since Captain Robert F. Scott in 1912.

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Today we honor the memory of Maj. Stephen Badger. On October 27, 1995, William Kreutzer, a Sergeant in the U.S. Army, unleashed gunfire upon a group of 1,300 soldiers, resulting in the tragic & senseless death of Major Badger, a fellow member of the 82nd Airborne Division, and causing injuries to multiple others. During his 1996 trial, Kreutzer's defense argued that he had been grappling with depression. However, he was ultimately found guilty of premeditated murder on June 11, 1996. The very next day, he received the death sentence.

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On October 26, we observe the National Day of the Deployed, a day dedicated to honoring all the service members who have been deployed in service to the United States. Additionally, this day pays tribute to the sacrifices made by their families during deployments.

Specialist Salvator "Sal" Giunta received the Medal of Honor for his actions on this day in 2007 while conducting a patrol as a team leader with the 2d Battalion (Airborne), 503d Infantry Regiment. During their mission, they were ambushed by a well-armed insurgent force in challenging terrain. Amid heavy enemy fire, Specialist Giunta acted swiftly. He dashed for cover, engaged the enemy, and rescued his fallen squad leader, administering crucial medical aid despite the incoming fire that struck his body armor and secondary weapon. Undeterred, he used grenades for cover while engaging the enemy and then sought to reach other wounded comrades separated from the squad. As they advanced, the team encountered a hail of enemy fire, forcing them to take cover. Specialist Giunta proceeded alone, reaching the top of a hill where he spotted two insurgents carrying an American soldier away. He engaged, neutralizing one and injuring the other, before providing vital medical assistance to the wounded soldier. Specialist Giunta's unwavering courage, selflessness, and decisive leadership under intense enemy fire were instrumental in repelling the ambush and rescuing a fellow American soldier. His actions exemplified valor and earned him the Medal of Honor.

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Ivan Campos joined Nine Line in 2021 as a developer, helping build the tools our team relies on every day. A few months ago, he stepped away from a career he loved to serve our country. Today, he graduated from boot camp. Ivan, we miss having you here, and we’re proud of you. Congratulations to you, your wife, and your daughter on this milestone. You’ll always be part of the Nine Line family. Join us in congratulating Ivan! 👏 👏