PARIS—A modern-day pilgrim on a walking tour of France’s cathedrals told journalists on Friday his Catholic faith gave him the strength to fight a man who stabbed four children in a park in Annecy. Dubbed “the backpack hero”—”le héros au sac a dos”—by media, the 24-year-old who only gave his name as Henri said he…
Hercules
Journey back in time to an age of ancient mysteries, superhuman deeds, and breathtaking, mythical adventures in this thrillingly animated story of the most powerful hero to walk the earth! Presented by Golden Films Produced and directed by Diane Eskenazi * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.”…
Book Recommender: “Valor,” an Astonishing Tale of Defiance and Triumph During the Pacific War
Lt. William Frederick “Bill” Harris was an officer with the China Marine, the elite 4th Marine Regiment stationed in Shanghai, China, prior to World War II to protect American citizens. In the summer of 1941, with war clouds gathering, Harris and the 4th Marine were withdrawn from China to the presumably safer Philippines. “Valor: The…
Honoring Rick Resclora, the Former Purple Heart Recipient Who Saved the Lives of Many on 9/11
For individuals who survived the World Trade Center’s destruction on Sept. 11, 2001, or who witnessed the horror in person or on television, the historic event may still seem merely days in the past instead of 21 years behind us. The chill and emotion of the inconceivable unfolding is still palpable. And for the 2,700…
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1948)
Santa and his sleigh crash into some trees while attempting to deliver presents on a foggy Christmas Eve. Rudolph is enlisted to lead the sleigh and is hailed as a hero. Credit: Public Domain Movies – Feature Films: Cinema collection: epochcinema.com Epoch Original content: epochoriginal.com Feature Films: www.theepochtimes.com/featured-films * Click the “Save” button below the…
Civilian Hero, Praised for Accurate Defensive Shooting, To Benefit From Support Fund
The marksmanship of the armed civilian hero who “neutralized” the gunman at an Indiana mall shooting is being called “extraordinary,” as donations are being collected to support him and to assist families of the three slain bystanders. On GoFundMe.com, Indiana State Rep. Jim Lucas (R-Seymour) launched “Eli’s Show Of Support Fund” by contributing $500 for…
Unsung Heroes on the Road
Every helping hand makes the world a better place. …
Book Recommender: ‘Red Burning Sky,’ a Moving World War II Story of Rescue and Honor
Bill Bogdonavich is a bombardier in the Army Air Force during World War II. He is on the run from the Germans after being shot down over Yugoslavia. Drew Carlton is a pilot. He is training C-47 pilots in Texas. He would rather be overseas. “Red Burning Sky,” a novel by Tom Young, brings the…
How to Become a Hero, in 10 Simple Steps
This is the book I wish someone had given me when I was 16. Or 20. Or 25. Or anytime. William H. McRaven’s “The Hero Code” is a fantastic distillation of what it takes to be a hero—or better yet, a good person. It’s a treatise on timeless virtues, but every bit applicable to our…
Heroic 3-Year-Old Screams for Help, Saving Toddler Sister From Drowning in Backyard Pool
When her little sister fell into their backyard pool at home in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand, this heroic 3-year-old wasted no time screaming for help. Her father, who was sweeping leaves nearby, was able to save the struggling toddler from drowning in the nick of time. Now he is using his family’s ordeal to urge parents…
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