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A green military tank with two soldiers visible, one standing in the turret and the other partially visible through a hatch, moving on a paved surface with white striped markings. The background features ornate red and white historic buildings and a crowd of people watching the scene.

America’s 9 most deadly wartime enemies, ranked

By Blake Stilwell

A cartoonish look at how an epic airlift prevented World War 3

A cartoonish look at how an epic airlift prevented World War 3

A Canadian officer rescued the real Winnie the Pooh

A Canadian officer rescued the real Winnie the Pooh

Left: A black-and-white photo of a man in a military uniform wearing a pith helmet, standing with his hands on his hips, surrounded by other men in casual or military attire. Right: A color portrait of an older man in a dark naval uniform with a peaked cap, decorated with numerous medals and ribbons on his chest, looking directly at the camera with a serious expression.

Today in military history: Halsey named commander of the South Pacific

The Coalition destroyed the entire Iraqi Navy during the first four days of Desert Storm

By Blake Stilwell

3 heroes who became POWs twice

3 heroes who became POWs twice

By James Elphick

A modern naval warship with a sleek, angular design and gray camouflage paint, cruising on calm blue waters. The ship features a large deck area at the rear, a prominent bridge with multiple antennas and radar equipment, and a mounted gun turret near the bow. The vessel emits a small trail of dark smoke from its exhaust.

The Navy decommissioned Littoral Combat Ship USS Freedom after 13 years

By Miguel Ortiz

A man wearing glasses, a brown flat cap, a brown jacket, and a plaid shirt is speaking into a microphone while standing behind a music stand with a microphone attached. Behind him, a curtain displays the text "USVAA United States Veterans Marxists Alliance NEW WORKS." Several director-style chairs are visible on the stage.

Mark Valley: West Point grad, Desert Storm vet, actor and podcast host sits down with WATM

A black-and-white photo of a soldier in uniform, captured mid-action with his right arm raised holding a pistol. He wears a military cap and has binoculars hanging around his neck. In the background, several soldiers are crouched or lying low on the ground, aiming rifles, with a partly cloudy sky above.

A Soviet soldier took on 50 Germans with grenades and an ax

Rows of white gravestones in a cemetery, each adorned with a green wreath decorated with a red bow, set on a grassy field with leafless trees in the background.

Why President Truman ordered this NCO interred at Arlington National Cemetery

A group of twelve men in military flight suits posing in front of a fighter jet with the markings "IRIAF" and the number "3-6053" on its side. The men are arranged in two rows, with seven standing in the back and five kneeling in the front. Two pilot helmets, one with an Italian flag design and the other plain white, are placed on the ground in front of the kneeling men. The setting appears to be an airbase with a clear sky in the background.

Iran and the CIA teamed up to test Soviet airspace defenses

A detailed black and white illustration of a large battlefield scene during a historical war. Soldiers are engaged in combat across an open field, with some advancing in formation carrying rifles and flags. There are groups of soldiers firing cannons, and smoke rises from the battlefield. Horses and wagons are present, along with fallen soldiers and medics attending to the wounded. The landscape includes fences, trees, and rolling hills in the background.

Two future presidents fought in the same obscure Civil War battle

A dark indoor scene features a large, curved backdrop designed like an open storybook with illustrations and text from Winnie the Pooh. The left page shows Winnie the Pooh in his red shirt, while the right page depicts Christopher Robin holding a blue balloon. In front of the backdrop is a honey-colored ride vehicle shaped like a honey pot with seats and safety bars. Two people are partially visible near the ride entrance.

‘Winnie the Pooh’ was created by a vet explaining war to his boy

By Eric Milzarski

A group of men wearing traditional clothing and turbans stand in front of a large, ancient carved statue embedded in a rock face. The statue appears to be a seated figure with some damage, particularly to the face and legs. The surrounding area is rocky and arid.

Afghanistan War

This world wonder may be lost forever in Afghanistan

A large modern building with a wide staircase covered by red carpets leading up to the entrance. The building has a tiled exterior with Chinese characters in gold above the entrance. Several people are walking or standing on the steps and near the entrance. The sky is clear and blue.

Why the Chinese communists couldn’t conquer Taiwan after World War II

Union soldiers resting in a trench during the American Civil War, with two officers standing on the edge of the trench overseeing the group. The soldiers are wearing period uniforms and caps, surrounded by rifles and military gear. The scene is outdoors with sparse trees in the background.

This Union Medal of Honor recipient was the most wounded soldier of the Civil War

Watch the Air Force launch an ICBM in mid-air from the back of a C-5

Watch the Air Force launch an ICBM in mid-air from the back of a C-5

By Blake Stilwell

A sepia-toned historical photograph showing a convoy of military trucks crossing a narrow pontoon bridge over a body of water. Several soldiers are walking alongside the trucks on the bridge, and one soldier stands in the foreground on a dirt path leading to the bridge. The scene is framed by rocky terrain on both sides.

How Israeli armor embarrassed the Arab allies in the Yom Kippur War

A large, bright orange mushroom cloud from an explosion, rising above the ground with a glowing, intense center and darker edges.

Why the US needed the United Kingdom’s permission to drop the atomic bomb

This is the death cult the FBI says is spreading among drug cartels

This is the death cult the FBI says is spreading among drug cartels

By Blake Stilwell

A group of Japanese military officers and officials, some wearing formal black suits with top hats and white gloves, others in military uniforms with medals and decorations, standing on the deck of a battleship. In the background, American military personnel in khaki uniforms observe the scene. The setting appears to be a formal event or surrender ceremony on a naval ship.

Why World War II soldiers mutinied in the days after V-J Day

A large gray naval ship docked at a concrete pier with multiple antennas and masts. Several people are walking and standing on the pier near the ship. In the background, there is a body of water with smaller boats and a cityscape featuring tall apartment buildings under a partly cloudy sky.

The real reason North Korea’s capture of the USS Pueblo was a disaster for the US

Three men dressed formally are standing together indoors. The man on the left is wearing a military uniform with badges and insignia. The two men on the right are wearing dark suits with white shirts and ties. The background shows a warmly lit room with gold curtains and other people in the distance. A large professional light is visible behind them.

Before Harry Humphries succeeded in Hollywood, he was a Navy SEAL

A World War II-era tank with a large white star on its turret is parked in front of a historic building with ornate architectural details and multiple windows. Four soldiers in helmets and military gear are seated on the tank. To the right of the tank is a statue of a man in historical attire standing on a pedestal. The building behind shows signs of damage, with broken windows and some roof damage. The scene appears to be in a European town square.

This World War II-era Black tank commander was a real-life ‘Black Panther’

Man wearing a dark blue suit, white shirt, and red striped tie, with short brown hair, posing in front of an American flag.

Afghanistan War

An Oklahoma Congressman tried taking a rogue helicopter mission

By Bethaney Phillips

Watch this EOD badass dismantle an IED with a pickaxe and pliers

Afghanistan War

Watch this EOD badass dismantle an IED with a pickaxe and pliers

By Tessa Robinson

A black and tan dog wearing a prosthetic leg on its rear left side and a medal around its neck is shown on the left. The dog is sitting on a paved surface with its mouth open, appearing happy. On the right, there is a close-up of a bronze medal with a green and red ribbon. The medal is inscribed with the words "For Gallantry WE ALSO SERVE" and features a decorative border and a crown at the top.

This British war medal is only awarded to animals

By Bethaney Phillips

From Vietnam to Star Trek: 10 Questions with Tucker Smallwood

From Vietnam to Star Trek: 10 Questions with Tucker Smallwood

The Soviet conspiracy that almost started World War III will blow your mind

The Soviet conspiracy that almost started World War III will blow your mind

By Orvelin Valle

The U.S. and the Soviet Union agreed to be allies if aliens attacked Earth

The U.S. and the Soviet Union agreed to be allies if aliens attacked Earth

By Blake Stilwell

Watch this Vietnam Veteran describe what it was like to dodge machine gun fire to save his buddies

Watch this Vietnam Veteran describe what it was like to dodge machine gun fire to save his buddies

By Blake Stilwell

This is how WWII, G.I. Joe and a decorated U.S. Marine shaped Transformers

This is how WWII, G.I. Joe and a decorated U.S. Marine shaped Transformers

By Miguel Ortiz

These are the Air Force medics trained for special ops

These are the Air Force medics trained for special ops

By Harold C. Hutchison

A young man wearing a black top hat and a brown coat with a patterned scarf around his neck stands against a plain, light-colored background. His expression is neutral, and his dark hair peeks out from under the hat.

Revolutionary War

Here’s the starting bid in the auction for the gun that killed Billy the Kid

By Bethaney Phillips

Today in military history: Russia tests ICBM

This is how the Army teaches you to ‘see green’ — not brown, black or white

Afghanistan War

This is how the Army teaches you to ‘see green’ — not brown, black or white

By Eric Milzarski

How an act of mercy made fishing buddies out of airborne adversaries

How an act of mercy made fishing buddies out of airborne adversaries

Silhouette of a person in military uniform saluting, with a red and blue lit background and a spotlight shining from the left side.

Afghanistan War

‘Christmas in Afghanistan’ depicts the holidays for troops over past two decades

5 reasons a draft is a terrible idea

5 reasons a draft is a terrible idea

This is the Russian spy unit that keeps getting caught in the act

Afghanistan War

This is the Russian spy unit that keeps getting caught in the act

What exactly is Iran’s shadowy Quds Force?

Revolutionary War

What exactly is Iran’s shadowy Quds Force?

By Alex Hollings

Soviets invade Czechoslovakia

Today in military history: Soviets invade Czechoslovakia

Four men standing on rocky terrain overlooking a town. Three men are wearing desert camouflage military uniforms with helmets, tactical vests, and boots. One of these men is holding binoculars, and another is holding a rifle. The fourth man, standing second from the left, is dressed in civilian clothing with a black helmet, black jacket, blue jeans, and tan boots. The background shows a hazy sky and a spread of buildings and trees.

Joe Galloway of ‘We Were Soldiers’ fame passed away at 79

By Miguel Ortiz

Why the Battle of Wizna is called the ‘Polish Thermopylae’

Why the Battle of Wizna is called the ‘Polish Thermopylae’

This is the last tank airborne units jumped into combat

This is the last tank airborne units jumped into combat

A group of soldiers in uniform and helmets are mounted on horses, standing in a line on grassy terrain with leafless trees in the background. The image is black and white, suggesting a historical setting.

World War II saw the last major cavalry charge in military history

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Afghanistan War

An Afghanistan veteran reflects: We should have listened

By Amanda Huffman

patton in messina

Today in military history: Patton wins race to Messina

Why this Soldier was nicknamed the ‘popcorn colonel’ in Vietnam will make you laugh

Why this Soldier was nicknamed the ‘popcorn colonel’ in Vietnam will make you laugh

By Tim Kirkpatrick

This brave turret gunner faced 200 German aircraft

This brave turret gunner faced 200 German aircraft

The crazy steam-powered gun of the Civil War

The crazy steam-powered gun of the Civil War

This famous pilot once dangled from his plane by the machine gun

This famous pilot once dangled from his plane by the machine gun

This is what happened to the USS Constitution’s original guns

This is what happened to the USS Constitution’s original guns

By Blake Stilwell

Ball turret gunner

This gunner fell 22,000 feet without a parachute and lived

A Civil War battle scene depicting Union soldiers in blue uniforms positioned behind a wooden barricade and rocks in a wooded area. Some soldiers are standing and aiming rifles, while others are sitting or lying on the ground. An American flag is visible on the left side, and smoke or fog fills the background among tall, leafless trees. The overall atmosphere is tense and active, capturing a moment of combat.

Does Pennsylvania have a hidden mass Civil War grave?

By Bethaney Phillips

A group of armed men, some wearing traditional clothing and headscarves, are gathered around a mounted heavy machine gun on a vehicle. One man in a blue outfit with a tactical vest stands prominently on the right, while another man with a covered face holds a rocket-propelled grenade launcher on the left. The background shows a clear blue sky.

Afghanistan War

As Afghanistan falls, we remind you: Stand proud of your service

By Herb Thompson

Revolutionary War

Today in military history: ‘Swamp Fox’ victory in South Carolina

These 3 snipers had more kills than Carlos Hathcock in Vietnam

These 3 snipers had more kills than Carlos Hathcock in Vietnam

By Harold C. Hutchison

This is what happens when the rules of engagement are loosened

This is what happens when the rules of engagement are loosened

By Orvelin Valle

Two soldiers in camouflage uniforms lie prone behind a dirt mound in a desert landscape. They are equipped with helmets, backpacks, and rifles, aiming forward past a coil of barbed wire. A small vehicle is visible in the distance on the barren terrain under a clear blue sky.

Afghanistan War

7 startling facts about the US military after 20 years of war

Two military tanks are on a paved road surrounded by dense green trees. One tank is beige and appears to be an older model, while the other is gray with a rusty front plate and has its headlights on. Several people in military uniforms and one person in a red reflective vest are present, with one person directing the gray tank. The scene is set in a wooded area with sunlight filtering through the trees.

A German man was arrested and fined for his massive collection of World War II weapons

Pictures from the world’s forgotten Venus landers

Pictures from the world’s forgotten Venus landers

By Alex Hollings

This British tank could perform ‘Dukes of Hazzard’-style moves

This British tank could perform ‘Dukes of Hazzard’-style moves

A front view of a military tank equipped with multiple large missile launch tubes, with two soldiers visible on top wearing helmets. The tank is surrounded by dense foliage, and another soldier is seen walking in the background on the right side. The image is in black and white.

The M50 Ontos struck fear into the hearts of communists in Vietnam