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4 Major Military Events That Happened on Christmas
On Christmas Day every year, many Americans relax and enjoy time with their families. For many of our troops, though, it can be a day of sacrifice and hardship.
Over the history of the U.S., several big military actions have taken place on Dec. 25. Here are four noteworthy ones.
1776: Washington's Famous Crossing of the Delaware
1864: The First Battle of Fort Fisher
1972: Operation Linebacker II in North Vietnam
1896: "Stars and Stripes Forever" is Written