Welcome to America Comes Alive!, a site I created to share little-known stories of America's past. These stories are about Americans - people just like you - who have made a difference and changed the course of history. Look around the site and find what inspires you. Kate Kelly
During World War I, the United States had no canine corps, but once we entered the war, our troops were the beneficiaries of military dogs... continue »
Like most Hollywood legends, the story of Rin-Tin-Tin has many versions. One California professor has gone to great lengths to document the truth. From the... continue »
Though the United States did not yet have an official program for using dogs in the military until World War II, one dog--a pit bull--earned... continue »