Jim Bolin was born March 1, 1925 in Morgan Co., Kentucky, and died January 15, 1996 in Dayton, Montgomery Co., Ohio. A veteran of World War II, he served in the famed Texas Division, fighting his way from Sicily through Italy and France before being captured in the Black Forest of Germany. He served the rest of the war as a P.O.W. His awards included the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. After the war, he married Eula Cope, and had two daughters, Evelyn and Madelyn. He was a Standard Oil dealer for many years.
Wars and conflicts have been a significant aspect of human history, shaping nations and societies for centuries.
They are often sparked by political, economic, and social factors, as well as by differences in ideology, religion, and ethnicity. These conflicts have led to the rise and fall of empires, the creatio...
Images honoring the brave men & women who served in the armed forces, and photos of wars & conflicts from around the world.
These photos capture moments in military history. They show past events, battles, military campaigns, and images of those who served, providing a unique perspective of their sacrifices and triumph.
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Photos of the 1900's which brought us from the industrial age to the technological age.
From 1900 through 1999 we witnessed the beginning of flight to a man on the moon and a Mars Rover. We went from using phones tethered by cords and computers that filled rooms, to carrying the equivale...
The 1920s Changed Our Daily Lives & Not How You Might Think . . .
In the 1920's life changed drastically for the average American and for people all over the world. Airplanes began to be a mode of transportation and communication. Automobiles, rather than horses, ...
Historical and old photos of landscapes offer a unique glimpse into the past and provide us with valuable insights into the ways in which our world has changed over time.
These photographs often capture iconic natural landmarks and breathtaking scenery that still exists today, providing us with an opportunity to see how these places looked many decades or even centurie...