100 years ago, a woman fought to have a day to honor mother's after her mother had died. How do we compare today in the celebrations?

I searched. On my honor. Happy Mothers Day to all my sister plimates! picked by eLJay 2 months ago

Jürgen Stumpf owns three wine bars in Berlin that operate on the honor system. For the price of 1€ (about $1.50), you rent yourself a glass and get to sample as many of the wines as you want. At the end of the night you throw some bills or coins into a big jar, the amount based on what you think is fair. picked by 2manyusernames 5 months ago

Parts of the code appeared to have been lifted word for word from another school's honor code, without attribution. Even the definition of plagiarism was plagiarized. picked by tigertony 4 months ago

"Valor is a gift. Those having it never know for sure if they have it till the test comes. And those having it in one test never know for sure if they will have it when the next test comes." You can have Medal of Honor but what is worth of that if you die in war before get one ? I'm thinking about that too... picked by bluemax 1 year ago

As a member of a combined SEAL and Iraqi Army sniper overwatch element, tasked with providing early warning and stand-off protection from a rooftop in an insurgent-held sector of Ar Ramadi, Iraq, Petty Officer Monsoor distinguished himself by his exceptional bravery in the face of grave danger. In the early morning, insurgents prepared to execute a coordinated attack by reconnoitering the area ... read full post picked by 2manyusernames 4 months ago

Many presidents get highways, airports, and similar things named after them. San Francisco wants to honor President Bush with a building they feel is an appropriate honor for a unique president. picked by 2manyusernames 4 weeks ago

A chicken called Honor stunned its owner when it turned from a hen into a cockerel.

The unusual 'before' and 'after' photos show how the Black Rock chicken has swapped genders over the past 12 months. picked by AutumnLotus 1 month ago

The Medal of Honor, first given during the Civil War, recognizes 'gallantry and intrepidity … above and beyond the call of duty.' It is the highest military decoration that the U.S. government awards those who serve. GIs who risked their lives in Iraq want to know why only two Medals of Honor have been awarded there. picked by TraumaMamma 6 months ago

Doris "Dorie" Miller (Oct. 12, 1919 – Nov. 24, 1943) was an African American cook in the US Navy and a hero during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. He was the first African American to be awarded the Navy Cross, the second highest honor that can be awarded by the US Navy, after the Medal of Honor. More here.

A continuation of what Bandit started. picked by marli 8 months ago

Nearly 26 years after his death, Army Master Sgt. Woodrow "Woody" Keeble was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor Monday for his efforts during the Korean War. picked by dollyllama 5 months ago

There is new evidence that the surge in Iraq is working, at least for now, but we are not finding any news of this in the national print media or on television networks. ( Go Figure ) picked by Dangerman 9 months ago

Col. Mitchel Paige, was an amazing soldier. Here is an article that talks about the power of one person to change the world. After his fellow marines were killed, he operated 4 machine guns and helped fight off an entire Japanese regiment at the Battle of Guadalcanal. picked by 2manyusernames 9 months ago

Lee will make a movie about the greatest generation's battles that will explore the role of America's black troops. picked by hisidea 1 year ago

In honor of ending the writers' strike picked by tchengrox 5 months ago

In honor of FAF! picked by Bandit 8 months ago

In honor of today's Fancy Avatar Friday's.
I hope this isn't a dupe and Can someone tell me how many american dollars this is? picked by nesbyniccolo 11 months ago

In honor of this week's FAF, a weird Japanese commercial. picked by Chez 2 months ago

Light a virtual candle online for whatever reason, be it spiritual, in memory, in honor, or just for the bling of it. You can also click on a lit one and see the comments entered in by the person who lit it. picked by Moe 1 year ago

In honor of This Land, I present you with it's sequel. A bit last election, but it's dead on. So, make sure to vote in next election. picked by ArchAngel 9 months ago

In honor of Zappa Day. And as much as it would piss him off, I am going to drop an NSFW in here...sorry Frank. picked by Moe 12 months ago