The Italian Campaign in World War II saw the Allied Forces, led by General Dwight Eisenhower, face off against the German army in a series of battles. General George Patton's aggressive tactics often clashed with those of General Bernard Montgomery, leading to frustration and high losses. Meanwhile, the Allies struggled to make progress in Italy, with the Germans using the terrain to their advantage and imposing heavy losses on the Allies. The campaign ultimately led to the invasion of Normandy in 1944, which was directed not only against the Germans but also against a potential Red Army occupation of Western Europe. [... more]

The Battle of Kasserine Pass in 1943 was the first major defeat of the United States Army in World War II, but it also provided valuable lessons in military strategy, intelligence gathering, and leadership. Historian Stephen Ambrose recounts the story of how American forces, led by General Lloyd Fredendall, were outmaneuvered by German forces under General Erwin Rommel, and how the defeat led to significant changes in the U.S. military's approach to training and leadership. [... more]

The United States' decision to focus on defeating Germany first in World War II led to the planning of Operation Torch, a joint Allied operation in North Africa. The story of this pivotal moment in history is told by renowned historian Stephen Ambrose, who recounts the complexities and challenges faced by the Allied forces, including the difficult decision to work with French leader Admiral Darlan, a fascist, in order to secure the French Army's cooperation and ultimately pave the way for a unified Allied command in the region. [... more]

The Italian campaign in World War II was a crucial battle for the Allied forces, with General George Patton's aggressive tactics often at odds with General Bernard Montgomery's more cautious approach. Meanwhile, General Dwight Eisenhower navigated the complexities of working with the Italian government, which was desperate to surrender to the Allies but also wanted to double-cross the Germans and join the war on the Allied side. [... more]

The Battle of Kasserine Pass in North Africa during World War II was a pivotal moment in American history, marking the first major defeat of the US Army. Historian Stephen Ambrose recounts the story of how the US learned valuable lessons about intelligence, training, and leadership, ultimately emerging stronger and more resilient. [... more]

The United States' decision to concentrate on defeating Germany first in World War II was a strategic choice that brought with it a question of when and how. The Americans and the British agreed on Operation Torch, an invasion of North Africa, which was opposed by the Americans, who felt it was a mistake to fight the French instead of the Germans. The operation was led by Dwight Eisenhower, who formed the first genuinely fully integrated Allied command in history. The story of Operation Torch is a complex one, involving politics, war, and the relationships between the Americans, the British, and the French. [... more]

The Italian Campaign in World War II was a series of battles fought between the Allied Forces and the Axis Powers, with the Allies ultimately emerging victorious. Stephen Ambrose's stories bring to life the struggles and triumphs of the soldiers who fought in this pivotal campaign, including the infamous slapping incident involving General George Patton. The Allies' success in Italy was crucial in paving the way for the D-Day invasion of Normandy and the eventual defeat of the Axis Powers. [... more]

Simon of Cyrene's act of assistance to Jesus on the road to Golgotha illustrates the burden of carrying one's cross, a concept Jesus teaches his followers to do by faith. As we bear our own sufferings, we point people to the sufferings of Jesus and His sacrifice on the cross, which gave us peace with God and strength for our journey. [... more]

A young graduate from Bob Jones University is embarking on a two-month missions trip to North Africa with Frontline Missions, using his accounting background to serve communities and build relationships with people, ultimately sharing the Gospel and reflecting God's image through his work. [... more]

Letters from a World War II soldier reveal the importance of self-censoring, a practice that is also emphasized in Scripture, where writers encourage individuals to examine their ways and return to the Lord. [... more]