50 years ago, on October 17, 1967, U.S. troops were ambushed in the Battle of Ong Thanh. Lieutenant Colonel Terry Allen, commander of the Black Lions special unit, led his men into the jungle of Vietnam, looking for engagement with the Viet Cong. Of the 142 Americans who went out that day, 64 died, including Allen. Our documentary “Two Days in October” is now streaming free: http://to.pbs.org/2xJZaRU | American Experience | PBS

The U.S. is 50 states strong today, but it began as 13 small colonies. Find out how each of the original colonies came to be. | HISTORY

Paul's Pasta Shop presents Three Pounds of Pasta: Colonels and Kernels. Test your knowledge of famous colonels, and popcorn trivia. | GameDay - Connecticut Sports | Facebook