1/2/2022: The Ritchie Boys
The full story of a secret U.S. WWII military intelligence unit bolstered by German-born Jews
World War II
The full story of the Ritchie Boys
The Ritchie Boys were responsible for gathering more than half the actionable intelligence on the battlefield during World War II. For the many German-born Jews in their ranks, defeating the Nazis was heartbreakingly personal. Jon Wertheim reports.
Divers find WWII submarine that sank in "rare" naval confrontation
The Jantina sank on July 5, 1941, with 48 sailors aboard after being hit by torpedoes fired by the HMS Torbay in the Aegean Sea.
The secret U.S. unit that helped the Allies beat Hitler
The Ritchie Boys were responsible for gathering more than half the actionable intelligence on the battlefield during World War II. For the many German-born Jews in their ranks, defeating the Nazis was heartbreakingly personal.
Ritchie Boy Guy Stern's WWII mementos, a collection that helped win the war
At 99, Guy Stern is one of the last living Ritchie Boys and showed 60 Minutes some of the honors and mementos from his decorated military career.
Bill aims to provide G.I. Bill benefits to Black WWII veterans
The G.I. Bill is largely credited with helping build America's middle class — but that economic opportunity was wrongly denied to many Black veterans.
Veterans hold weekly meeting at Costco
For the past 22 years, a Costco in Brentwood, Tennessee, has been the unofficial headquarters for a veteran support group. Each Friday morning, veterans gather and exchange stories over jumbo hot dogs and sodas. CBS Baltimore's Chris Davis has more.
Funeral service held for Bob Dole
Capitol Hill colleagues and loved ones shared personal stories as they eulogized and remembered former Senator Bob Dole. A funeral service for the Republican, three-time presidential candidate and World War II veteran was held Friday at Washington National Cathedral. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joined CBSN with more.
Reflecting on 80 years since Pearl Harbor
Today marks 80 years since the shocking attack on Pearl Harbor that killed more than 2,400 Americans and drew the U.S. into World War II. CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson looks at how a dwindling number of survivors are marking the anniversary and joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, with more.
U.S. marks 80 years since Pearl Harbor
The U.S. is marking 80 years since Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, drawing the nation into World War II. CBS News senior political analyst John Dickerson reports on the homage being paid to those who lost their lives. Then Ron Milam, an associate professor of history at Texas Tech University, joins CBSN to discuss the impact.
U.S. marks 80th anniversary of Pearl Harbor
Eighty years ago, the bombing of Pearl Harbor launched the U.S. into World War II. For many survivors, this anniversary may be their last visit to Pearl Harbor. John Dickerson shares more.
Remembering a day of infamy
America avoided involvement in World War II for several years. But when Japanese planes dropped bombs on Pearl Harbor 80 years ago today, a deeply divided nation became unified. John Dickerson looks back on how Americans came together.
Longtime Senator Bob Dole to lie in state in Capitol
The body of former Senator Bob Dole will lie in state in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on Thursday. He died Sunday at the age of 98. Major Garrett looks back on his life.
Bob Dole has died at 98
Former republican presidential candidate Bob Dole died Sunday. He was 98. Major Garrett has more.
Veterans reflect on Pearl Harbor
The "date that will live in infamy" marked America's entry into World War II. CBS Los Angeles' Joy Benedict met a group of veterans who traveled to Hawaii to remember, in hopes that we don't forget their sacrifice.
Bob Dole’s first appearance on Face the Nation
The former Republican leader appeared on the program 62 times during his tenure in politics
Remembering Senator Bob Dole
Senator Bob Dole, a wounded World War II veteran who became a Congressman, Senator and Republican presidential nominee, died Sunday, December 5 at the age of 98. "Sunday Morning" correspondent Rita Braver looks back at the life of a son of Kansas dedicated to his country; and talks with former Democratic Senator Tom Daschle about his colleague from across the aisle.
Remembering the life of Senator Bob Dole
Senator Bob Dole has died at the age of 98. Dole was a World War II veteran and presidential nominee in addition to his long career in the Senate. Sean Sullivan, CBS News political contributor and White House reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to talk about Dole's legacy.
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Trump and Biden face off in final presidential debate; Meet a 102-year-old veteran who went skydiving
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States impose new restrictions as COVID-19 cases hit record high; WWII pilot hits the skies to celebrate 100th birthday
2/13: CBS Evening News
Dangerous winter weather causes rising rivers and arctic blast; Strangers surprise 104-year-old Marine with thousands of Valentine's Day cards
9/5: The Last Pandemic, The Ritchie Boys
Pentagon programs hope to make COVID-19 the last pandemic ever; Stories from members of the Ritchie Boys, a secret U.S. WWII intelligence unit bolstered by German-born Jews.
Chinese American WWII veterans receive recognition
After years of campaigning, Chinese American service members have been awarded the Congressional Gold Medal. A new CBSN Originals documentary "Being Different in the Delta" highlights the legacy of those who served. Sally Chow received the medal on behalf of her uncle and joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss what this honor means to her and her family.
Nazi war crimes suspect on trial in Germany
A 96-year-old woman is on trial outside Hamburg, Germany, accused of being an accessory to the murder of thousands of people at a Nazi concentration camp. This could be the last trial of its kind. Charlie D’Agata reports.
Iwo Jima war hero honored for service
Hershel “Woody” Williams is the last surviving World War II Marine to receive the Medal of Honor in that conflict. His trip this spring to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima was canceled, but the 96-year-old shared his advice about heroism, service and survival with Jan Crawford.
Abdul El-Sayed, Mike Rogers make final pitch to Michigan voters
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