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John Wayne Gacy. Timothy McVeigh. Jeffrey Dahmer. Ted Bundy. They had a number of common traits. All of them were men. All of them were murderers. All of them were …
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The Presidential Pardon
Throughout his life, President Lincoln developed a reputation for compassion and forgiveness. Regardless of how grievous the offense, or how vile the offender, Lincoln was known to exercise his right …
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The Nicest Victim in the World
If you got mugged by a punk teenager wielding a knife, would you willingly offer him your wallet? How about your coat? Would you buy your attacker dinner? How about …
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A Legacy of Love
Plagues were fairly common in ancient times, and the microscopic germs that caused them could do more damage than an advancing army. In 260 AD, an outbreak of disease struck …
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Sacrifice in a POW Camp
In 1942, a group of Scottish soldiers were taken prisoner by the Japanese at Singapore. These captives were subjected to a cruelty so savage that it thrust them into barbarous …
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Second Lieutenant Charles “Charlie” Brown was only 21 years old when he piloted his first combat mission as an aircraft commander. On this mission, he would need all the help …
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A Reputation for Forgiveness
Abraham Lincoln was one of the most gracious presidents America has ever had. His reputation for compassion and mercy – even for Confederate soldiers – set him apart from most …
