The recoilless rifle was six feet long and weighed over a hundred pounds. It often required three or four Marines to carry it across the battlefields during the Korean War. Lugging it was dangerous, but it was necessary, because that rifle, which the soldiers nicknamed “reckless,” could fire a 75mm shell thousands of yards with surgical-like precision. It was one of the U.S. Marine Corps’ finest munitions. But the commander of the Recoilless Rifle Platoon, Eric Pedersen, knew there had to be a better way to use it on the battlefield in Korea.
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Halloran’s Book ‘Cody’s Wish’ Honors the Extraordinary Bond Between a Boy and a Racehorse
Racing is a sport made of stories. Behind every horse are the people, the decisions, and the coincidences that bring them to the paddock on race day. From names to silks, the details share a bit of the story with each step toward the starting gate. Every once in a while, the who, what, where, and why transcend a day at the races and touch the hearts of everyone bearing witness. The story of Cody Dorman and Cody’s Wish is one of those.
Where to Watch/Listen: Memorial Day Weekend 2026
Following a memorable Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park, the horse racing calendar maintains a high level of activity and excitement over the upcoming extended holiday weekend with several prominent tracks holding cards on Memorial Day Monday, May 25.
The Jockey Club’s Academic Scholarship Recipients Announced for 2026-2027
The Jockey Club announced today the recipients of its five academic scholarships, which will be awarded for the 2026-2027 academic year. The Jockey Club Scholarship ($10,000 per semester, awarded to students in academic pursuit of majors for future employment in the equine industry):
