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On this day in 1943, a Japanese destroyer slams into PT Boat 109. The American vessel's 26-yr-old skipper, John F Kennedy, keeps the surviving crewmen alive following the ramming. The tale of heroism will later propel the young officer into politics. See: https://t.co/aWZ3m2ygqP

“The Most Successful Army in the World” – Inside Britain's Indian Campaigns of 1798−1805 https://t.co/auzbPmDdrf

On this day in 1900, Germany's Kaiser Wilhelm II urges troops departing to help put down the Boxer Rebellion in China to fight like "Huns." Years later, Allied propagandists will get considerable mileage from his choice of words.

On this day in 1770, a Russian fleet obliterates the Ottoman navy at the Battle of Chesma.

On this day in 1743, King George II leads an army to victory against the French at Dettingen. It's the last time a British monarch commands troops in the field.

On this day in 1812, Napoleon Bonaparte marches 650,000 troops into Russia. Combat losses, disease and sub-zero temperatures will cut his Grande Armée down to fewer than 100,000 men before the year is out.

“Vive l’Empereur!” — 10 Amazing Facts About Life in Napoleon’s Grande Armée https://t.co/NxAB8gOm8o

On this day in 1812, the United States declares war on Great Britain. Americans believe victory will be a "mere matter of marching." The fighting continues for two-and-a-half-years and ends in a stalemate.

On this day in 1099, a Crusader army lays siege to Jerusalem. The fall of the city 38 days later effectively brings and end to the First Crusade and gives rise to the 200-year Kingdom of Jerusalem.

On this day in 1798, the United Irishmen rise up against British rule. Rebel leaders appeal to France for military aid.