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Memorial Day famous war heroes Famous war heroes.Memorial Day, always the last Monday in May, is a federal holiday to honor U.S. war heroes. Although originally set up to honor soldiers from the Civil War, the holiday expanded after World War I to include soldiers from all wars. Here's a look at just some of the famous war heroes in U.S. history. George Washington Revolutionary War The first president of the United States made his name first in this war and then as commander in chief of the Continental Army.  His impact: Under his leadership, the army defeated the British in the Revolutionary War and the Colonies gained independence. Washington oversaw this legendary document guiding the new U.S. government and was named president in 1789. Nathanael Greene Revolutionary War Gen. Nathanael Greene was George Washington's trusted friend and right-hand man during the Revolutionary War.  His impact: Greene played a pivotal role in the Siege of Boston and other battles before focusi...

Most expensive re-election campaigns Most Expensive Re-Election Campaigns President Barack Obama has announced he'll run for office again in 2012, launching speculation about how much he'll spend. We've rounded up past incumbents who spared no expense in defending their political posts. Barack Obama The president has officially announced his 2012 re-election campaign, and some say it'll be the most expensive in history. What is the early fundraising rumor? Michele Bachmann Last November, U.S. Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn. beat her challenger to retain this congressional district. The race earned a high-dollar distinction. Barbara Boxer In last year's U.S. Senate race, U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., beat her wealthy opponent. It's been reported that the senator spent nearly everything she'd raised — how much was that? Michael Bloomberg Bloomberg was named mayor of New York City the third time in a row (how did he do that?), having bested hi...