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Learn about the eventful life of John Wesley Powell—professor, Civil War veteran, and explorer of the American West. 

An overlooked war front.

These unusual ideas never came to fruition.

As his dictatorship came crumbling down, he was captured while trying to flee the country.

Learn more about this mysterious period of history.

They were actually coming to a small town's rescue.

We wouldn't want to cross their paths...

He was on active duty for 22 years, spanning multiple wars.

The emperor had a separate designation for aging soldiers.

The animals were transported all the way to the Soviet Union, where they performed critical duties.

The Air Force base has been the subject of numerous conspiracies over the years.

His accounts delve into moments that redefined America.

This early conflict between colonists and Native Americans had unexpected consequences.

This cavalry regiment was celebrated for its role in the Spanish-American War.

An unexpected development required quick thinking.

There's a story behind the distinctive flair.

Colonel Luke Lea hatched a harebrained scheme.

It was over in less than an hour.

These iconic images summed up entire wars in the public imagination.

Rip the terrier had a knack for digging through rubble.