EVERY SUNDAY Biography

Meet the trailblazers, trendsetters, and architects of change. It’s the remarkable story of real people who made a real impact, from small towns to around the globe.

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May 25, 2025

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7:00A

Hands on History

Fighter Pilots

The role of the fighter pilot has evolved from the biplane battles of WWI to the high-tech combat of today's Top Guns. Host Ron Hazelton traces that evolution against a backdrop of silk scarves and smart missiles, Mustangs and Messerschmitts.

7:30A

Story Feature

Flying Marines: A History of Marine Aviation

Thrilling combat footage from WWII, Korea, and Vietnam highlights this breathtaking look at the history of Marine aviation.

10:00A

A Fellowship of Valor

Born in Blood (Part 1)

Based on Colonel Joe Alexander's book "A Fellowship of Valor: A History of the U.S. Marine Corps", we chronicle the birth of the marines, involvement in the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Civil War, WWI, and up through the beginning battles of WWII.

11:00A

A Fellowship of Valor

Pacific Inferno (Part 2)

Part 2 in the complete history of the fighting leathernecks, based on Colonel Joe Alexander's book "A Fellowship of Valor", follows the marines through the Pacific as they help win WWII, and then on to Korea, where they are key in the victory at Inchon.

12:00P

A Fellowship of Valor

Tragedy to Triumph (Part 3)

Follows the U.S. Marine Corps through the final bloody battles of Korea to Vietnam.

1:00P

Battle History of the United States Army

Soldiers Across the Sea

The U.S. turned the tide in Europe and the Pacific against both Germany and Japan.

2:00P

Battle History of the United States Army

In Wars Undeclared

After the costly, bitter stalemates in Korea and Vietnam, the Army makes a dizzying transition to a new kind of outfit built on the twin towers of capability and courage.

3:00P

Story Feature

The True Story of the Big Red One

Documentary about the 1st Division of the United States Army, called "The Big Red One" because of the red numeral uniform patch.

5:00P

Story Feature

A Complete History of the Green Berets

JFK called their trademark beret "a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom." One of the world's most unconventional warfare experts, the Green Berets are trained to train others. Their roots can be traced to WWII's OSS, which laid down the characteristics of the present-day Green Beret: intelligence, physical strength, and an ability to speak foreign languages. We'll explore the history of the "Quiet Professionals," as commandos and instructors.

7:00P

Hands on History

Fighter Pilots

The role of the fighter pilot has evolved from the biplane battles of WWI to the high-tech combat of today's Top Guns. Host Ron Hazelton traces that evolution against a backdrop of silk scarves and smart missiles, Mustangs and Messerschmitts.

7:30P

Story Feature

Flying Marines: A History of Marine Aviation

Thrilling combat footage from WWII, Korea, and Vietnam highlights this breathtaking look at the history of Marine aviation.

8:00P

Story Feature

Basic Training: America's Proving Ground

Army, Navy, Airforce, Marines--each have a recently renewed recruiting mandate to train the best defense force of the 21st century. Join us for a 2-hour tour of the history and process of joining America's heralded fighting forces. From the frost of Valley Forge, where a rag-tag band of settlers fought for freedom, to the dizzying heat of California's desert and a well-oiled Marine recruit outfitted in the latest battledress, we take you step-by-step through the trials and pride of Basic Training.

10:00P

A Fellowship of Valor

Born in Blood (Part 1)

Based on Colonel Joe Alexander's book "A Fellowship of Valor: A History of the U.S. Marine Corps", we chronicle the birth of the marines, involvement in the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Civil War, WWI, and up through the beginning battles of WWII.

11:00P

A Fellowship of Valor

Pacific Inferno (Part 2)

Part 2 in the complete history of the fighting leathernecks, based on Colonel Joe Alexander's book "A Fellowship of Valor", follows the marines through the Pacific as they help win WWII, and then on to Korea, where they are key in the victory at Inchon.

12:00A

A Fellowship of Valor

Tragedy to Triumph (Part 3)

Follows the U.S. Marine Corps through the final bloody battles of Korea to Vietnam.

1:00A

Battle History of the United States Army

Soldiers Across the Sea

The U.S. turned the tide in Europe and the Pacific against both Germany and Japan.

2:00A

Battle History of the United States Army

In Wars Undeclared

After the costly, bitter stalemates in Korea and Vietnam, the Army makes a dizzying transition to a new kind of outfit built on the twin towers of capability and courage.

3:00A

Story Feature

The True Story of the Big Red One

Documentary about the 1st Division of the United States Army, called "The Big Red One" because of the red numeral uniform patch.

5:00A

Story Feature

A Complete History of the Green Berets

JFK called their trademark beret "a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom." One of the world's most unconventional warfare experts, the Green Berets are trained to train others. Their roots can be traced to WWII's OSS, which laid down the characteristics of the present-day Green Beret: intelligence, physical strength, and an ability to speak foreign languages. We'll explore the history of the "Quiet Professionals," as commandos and instructors.

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