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How these paratroopers came to be called ‘The Rock Regiment’

By James Elphick

This was the Hershey bar custom-built for World War II

This was the Hershey bar custom-built for World War II

when did the us leave vietnam

Today in military history: US leaves Vietnam

Chuck Mawhinney

Warriors In Their Own Words: The sniper that scored 16 headshots in 30 seconds… at night

How the US got fighter jets to the front line during WWII

By Harold C. Hutchison

The British planned to start World War III by invading Russia with the German army

The British planned to start World War III by invading Russia with the German army

By Blake Stilwell

This submarine crew killed 5 destroyers in 4 days

How the Curse of Tamerlane might have affected World War II

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This video shows the stunning shifts in Naval power in WWII

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A Marine fought at Iwo Jima with an aircraft machine gun

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A British soldier fought an entire Japanese unit with one arm and a katana

All about America’s wartime ‘Donut Dollies’

USS Samuel B. Roberts at sea

A Tale of Two Ships: The USS Samuel B. Roberts of World War II and the Persian Gulf

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How Iceland was invaded twice during World War II

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Today in military history: First US citizen killed in WWI

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Why Eisenhower believed in the Domino Theory

By Jessica Evans

little spitfire

The ‘Little Spitfire’ who saved her best for the biggest war

By Jim Fletcher

Today in military history: Germans launch last V-2s

Three soldiers operate an anti-tank gun on the left side of the image, aiming at two destroyed tanks on the right side, with smoke and debris filling the battlefield. The scene appears to be from a historical wartime setting.

What happened to all the flak fired at aircraft during World War II

A man wearing a dark long-sleeve shirt and light-colored pants is crouching next to a vintage motorcycle with a black fuel tank and a front license plate reading "WH-13371." The motorcycle is on grass with wooden fencing and mountains in the background.

5 of the ballsiest WWII POW escape attempts – all by the same pilot

By Blake Stilwell

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This Medal of Honor recipient walked 200 miles to serve in the Marines

By Tim Kirkpatrick

A group of people dressed in historical military uniforms are gathered around two cannons in a grassy field. Some individuals are holding muskets, and one person is wearing bright red pants and a matching hat. The scene appears to be a reenactment, with participants wearing period-appropriate clothing including suspenders, hats, and gloves. Trees and greenery form the background.

Mighty Women: The disguised female soldiers of the Civil War

By Jessica Manfre

This is the fighter that was flown by the first US president to go supersonic

This is the fighter that was flown by the first US president to go supersonic

By Harold C. Hutchison

first soldier of france

‘The First Soldier of France’ was a 5’2″ one-man army

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Why the Imperial War Museum is killing it on YouTube and other social media

A black-and-white photo of a soldier wearing a helmet and a zip-up jacket, gripping the edge of a tank hatch. The soldier has a serious expression and is partially inside the tank, with the background blurred and indistinct.

This black tank battalion earned 11 Silver Stars and the Medal of Honor

Why Roger Donlon was the first Medal of Honor recipient in Vietnam

Why Roger Donlon was the first Medal of Honor recipient in Vietnam

By Tim Kirkpatrick

This Medal of Honor recipient saved 18 Marines from an enemy minefield

This Medal of Honor recipient saved 18 Marines from an enemy minefield

By Tim Kirkpatrick

These 8 civilians received the Medal of Honor

These 8 civilians received the Medal of Honor

By Blake Stilwell

iraq war beginning

Today in military history: Iraq War begins

A large indoor sports arena filled with a dense crowd of spectators in the stands. On the polished wooden floor, multiple rows of athletes are lined up, wearing matching uniforms in red and blue. Several table tennis tables are set up in the center of the arena. The ceiling has numerous square lights evenly distributed, illuminating the scene. The background features a portrait and orange flags above the central seating area.

This is how ‘Ping-Pong Diplomacy’ promoted trade during the Cold War

The myth about carrots and good eyesight came from WWII propaganda

By Miguel Ortiz

A wooden structure is engulfed in flames with thick black smoke billowing into the sky. To the right of the burning building, there is a tall metal tower with a platform at the top. The scene appears to be outdoors on a clear day.

Bats carried bombs during this WWII plot

By Bethaney Phillips

A group of soldiers in dark green military uniforms with fur hats march in formation. The front soldier carries a large flag with white, blue, and red horizontal stripes. The soldiers wear white gloves, black boots, and have red sashes with gold trim across their chests. They are marching on a paved path with autumn-colored trees in the background.

9 facts you didn’t know about the Russian Army

By Bethaney Phillips

Several glass bottles covered in frost and snow are lined up outdoors in a cold, snowy environment. The bottles vary in color and label design, with some having caps wrapped in snow or ice. The background is blurred, emphasizing the frozen bottles in the foreground.

These are the different versions of a Molotov cocktail

By Bethaney Phillips

A historical battle scene depicting General Scott at the Battle of Cerro Gordo. General Scott is shown on a white horse, raising his hat in the air. Surrounding him are soldiers, some standing and cheering with raised hats and rifles, while others lie on the ground, wounded or fallen. A large cannon with "U.S." marked on a soldier's backpack is visible on the left side. The background includes smoke and flags, emphasizing the intensity of the battle.

How the US could have easily lost the Mexican-American War

The first Asian American woman to join the Navy became the first female gunnery officer

The first Asian American woman to join the Navy became the first female gunnery officer

By Miguel Ortiz

A person wearing camouflage military clothing and a tan tactical vest is holding a black rifle with both hands. The rifle has a strap attached, and the person is positioned near a tree with rough bark. The background is blurred, showing an outdoor setting.

7 of the greatest guerrilla fighters in American history

The largest naval battle in history happened during a different war than you think

The largest naval battle in history happened during a different war than you think

A large naval warship sailing on calm waters, featuring multiple gun turrets along its deck, two tall masts with flags, and a central superstructure with various antennas and equipment. The ship appears to be a mid-20th century battleship or cruiser.

‘The Galloping Ghost of the Java Coast’ was claimed to be sunk 6 times in World War II

Battle of the Somme

Today in military history: Battle of the Somme

Soldiers, some with arm slings, are walking up a gangway onto a ship, wearing military uniforms and helmets. The scene appears to be from a historical wartime period.

5 times soldiers won against terrible odds

By Brittany Sulc

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Japan’s highest-scoring fighter ace was called ‘The Richtofen of the Orient’

battle of amiens british tanks

One British tank at the Battle of Amiens wreaked havoc for nine hours behind enemy lines

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Grant’s Civil War gift and Tennessee’s ‘Spring of Terror’

By Jim Fletcher

Poland will be the first NATO country to supply fighter jets to Ukraine

By Miguel Ortiz

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Revolutionary War

One English ship took on a fleet of 53 Spanish ships and almost won

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Russian soldiers in Ukraine are being hunted using social media

Two men are performing music in front of a red vintage car and an American flag. The man on the left wears a beige hat with a red band, sunglasses, a white shirt, a black vest, and holds a violin. The man on the right wears a brown wide-brimmed hat, a black t-shirt, blue jeans, and plays an acoustic guitar. In a separate image, two men stand against a dark background. The man on the left wears a brown wide-brimmed hat, a tan fringed jacket, blue jeans, and holds an acoustic guitar and a rifle decorated with white flowers. The man on the right wears a beige hat with a red band, sunglasses, a brown leather jacket, black pants, and holds a violin and a rifle.

The combat veterans behind ‘War Hippies’ are changing the face of country music

By Jessica Manfre

Black and silver revolver with a ring at the base of the grip, superimposed over a black-and-white historical illustration of soldiers marching and officers on horseback.

Revolutionary War

The Confederacy’s double-barreled sidearm fired two different calibers

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The British fought off the WWII Italian invasion of Malta with old biplanes

This tank was named after both Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant

By Miguel Ortiz

4 elderly soldiers who remained badasses well into retirement

doolittle raiders

How the Soviet NKVD smuggled Doolittle Raiders to safety during WWII

How easy it was for the Navy and Marines to fly the F6F Hellcat

How easy it was for the Navy and Marines to fly the F6F Hellcat

By Harold C. Hutchison

The real story of the Hell’s Angels biker gang and the military

The real story of the Hell’s Angels biker gang and the military

By Blake Stilwell

Mexican-American War

America’s toughest enemy during the Mexican-American War: The Saint Patrick’s Battalion

By Miguel Ortiz

A light green convertible car with dark camouflage spots is parked in a desert setting. The car has additional lights mounted on a bar above the windshield, a jerry can attached to the side near the front wheel, and a rolled-up item secured on the hood. A man wearing goggles and a white shirt is sitting in the driver's seat, looking out of the car. The background shows a barren, sandy landscape.

The interesting origin of the famous jerrican

By Miguel Ortiz

Aerial black-and-white photo of the Boeing Plant No. 2 under construction, showing a large rectangular factory building with "BOEING" written on its side. Surrounding the building are construction materials, equipment, and vehicles. A river and a bridge are visible in the background, with roads and parked cars in the foreground. The image is dated 6-14-40.

This aircraft factory was disguised as a suburban neighborhood during WWII

By Miguel Ortiz

Today in military history: Allies’ ill-fated attack at Dardanelles

A black and white photo of a person wearing a hat and dark clothing, holding a large bird with a long neck and feathers. The background is plain and indistinct.

How a pack of emus won against modern soldiers

By Bethaney Phillips

A group of six soldiers in uniform walking on an empty parking lot, with five walking together on the left side and one walking alone on the right side. The background shows a clear sky and some trees in the distance.

Here’s why the military dosed soldiers with PCP and LSD

By Bethaney Phillips

women from the 6888th battalion in wwii

The only all-Black, all-female battalion that served overseas during WWII

By Miguel Ortiz

leonard alvarado medal of honor

MoH Monday: Army Specialist Leonard Alvarado

By Jessica Evans