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A large group of soldiers in uniform and helmets marching down a cobblestone street, flanked by crowds of onlookers on both sides. The soldiers are carrying rifles and wearing long coats. In the background, there is a large, classical-style building with tall windows and columns, and another grand building further down the street. Some people in the crowd are standing next to bicycles. The scene appears to be from a historical period, possibly early to mid-20th century.

The first American killed in World War II died in Norway

london wwii air raids where serial killer was

The British soldier who used German air raids to become a serial killer

elementary school toxic waste

An elementary school found this toxic WWII residue on site

By Bethaney Phillips

This was Nazi Germany’s answer to the Jeep

This was Nazi Germany’s answer to the Jeep

This Indian military unit fought for the Nazis

This Indian military unit fought for the Nazis

Black and white portrait of a man in a military uniform with a serious expression, short hair combed back, and a tie. The background includes a blurred emblem or insignia with wings and other decorative elements.

How a World War II general survived being hit in the head by a katana

A black and white illustration of a large battleship moving through the water, creating a wake on both sides. The ship features multiple large gun turrets, two at the front, two at the rear, and several smaller turrets along the sides. The superstructure is complex with various antennas, smokestacks, and other naval equipment. The ship appears to be heavily armed and designed for naval warfare.

‘The Greatest Raid of All’ was an explosive seaborne suicide mission

A metal cylindrical structure with multiple black cube-shaped objects hanging from chains inside a circular metal railing. The background features a cave-like wall illuminated with blue light and some informational signs.

How German nuclear scientists reacted to news of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima

An elderly barefoot man with a long white beard and dark traditional clothing is walking alongside a soldier in full combat gear, including a helmet, sunglasses, and a rifle. They are moving through a grassy area with thatched huts and large leafy plants nearby. The scene appears to be in a rural village setting.

3 times US troops used the fear of the undead in combat against their enemies

P-38 fork-tailed devil

The ‘Fork-tailed devil’ terrified Japanese pilots

5 times the US was attacked at home during WWII (besides Pearl Harbor)

merchant marines

The complete guide to Merchant Marines

By Jessica Evans

A variety of potatoes in different shapes and colors, including shades of purple, red, yellow, and brown, closely packed together. The potatoes have a natural, slightly rough texture with some small eyes and blemishes visible.

How a destroyer won a World War II battle with only potatoes

By Blake Stilwell

That time an entire Italian regiment surrendered to one pilot

That time an entire Italian regiment surrendered to one pilot

By Blake Stilwell

Schofield Barracks jump

The complete post guide to Schofield Barracks

By Jessica Evans

wwii vet hollywood actor niven

This WWII vet was once the manly dandy in the world of Hollywood cinema

By Jim Fletcher

praying mantis tank

This eccentric tank design was appropriately named the ‘Praying Mantis’

By Miguel Ortiz

77 years after he deployed for WWII, hospice gave this couple the wedding photos they always wanted

By Miguel Ortiz

atlantic gap danger

Why the Atlantic Gap was so deadly early in WWII

A man wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and blue striped tie is sitting on a red chair, gesturing with his hands and smiling. The background is a wooden panel wall.

These 6 veterans went on to become famous NBA players

How baseball helped sell record numbers of WWII war bonds

How baseball helped sell record numbers of WWII war bonds

How a Ukraine counter-offensive against the Russian invasion became ‘the greatest since WWII’

A group of men, some in suits and hats, stand on a sidewalk observing the rubble and destruction of a partially collapsed brick building. The building's facade is heavily damaged, with wooden beams and bricks scattered across the ground. In the background, intact buildings with chimneys are visible. One man in uniform stands among the group, which appears to be assessing the damage.

What would have happened if Germany invaded England in World War II

A large crowd of people, many wearing striped prison uniforms, gathered outside a stone gate with guard towers. Several soldiers stand on top of an armored vehicle in the center of the crowd. A banner above the gate reads "LOS ESPAÑOLES ANTIFASCISTAS SALUDAN A LAS FUERZAS LIBERTAD," indicating a greeting from Spanish antifascists to the liberating forces. The scene appears to be a moment of liberation or celebration at a prison or concentration camp.

Why Spain didn’t join either side of World War II

A black gravestone in the center of a cemetery, inscribed with a memorial for Dame Fanny Lucy Houston, Arthur Henry Wrey, and Florence Wrey. The gravestone is surrounded by numerous other older gravestones and crosses, with trees in the background. The image is in black and white.

How an English lady ensured Britain could hold the Germans off in World War II

This army sent scouts to find the mythical city of Shangri La

A hunt for a death ray gave us radar

A hunt for a death ray gave us radar

Canadians put four cannons on an M4 Sherman tank during WWII

By Miguel Ortiz

How Churchill became a writer who also won a war

By Jim Fletcher

general patton predecessor

Why Patton’s predecessor in North Africa proved so useless against the Nazis

This is actual WWII footage of a tank duel

This is actual WWII footage of a tank duel

By Harold C. Hutchison

A group of soldiers in military uniforms and helmets are gathered outdoors on a rough terrain. Most are seated or crouching, holding rifles and other weapons. In the background, there is a large, multi-story building that appears damaged, with smoke or haze around it. The scene suggests a wartime setting.

Why Brazil’s World War II force had the best unit patch

By Blake Stilwell

4 ways America empowered women in order to win WWII

wwii veteran fashion

How World War II military fashion is making a comeback, even among civilians

A man wearing a traditional Native American feathered headdress and colorful attire is holding a large drum. He is standing next to a man in a dark suit with a red tie, and another man in a suit with a striped tie and a headband with feathers. The setting appears to be indoors with elegant decor.

This Crow GI became the last Indian War Chief during World War II

By Blake Stilwell

4 ways civilians contributed to the war effort during World War II

Barksdale Air Force Base airman

The complete base guide to Barksdale Air Force Base

By Jessica Evans

5 items a WWII era troop could buy with their enlisted paycheck

This B-17 Flying Fortress was named after Queen Elizabeth

By Miguel Ortiz

A white marble memorial monument with two vertical slabs featuring circular bronze relief portraits near the top. Greek inscriptions are engraved below each portrait and on the base of the monument. The monument is set in a small courtyard with tiled flooring, surrounded by green trees and plants. In the background, there is a peach-colored building with a balcony and white shutters.

How a mayor and bishop successfully hid an island’s Jewish population from Nazis

atomic bomb cloud

7 things to know about surviving an atomic bomb blast

By Brittany Sulc

A military armored vehicle is positioned near a building entrance with a large cloud of smoke or dust billowing out from the doorway. The scene includes numerous overhead power lines and a concrete wall surrounding the entrance. The armored vehicle has mounted equipment and gear on its exterior.

3 lesser-known Marine Corps tanks

By Miguel Ortiz

Bill Toledo, Frank G. Willetto and Keith Little, Navajo Code Talkers, were among the Iwo Jima veterans honored Feb. 19, 2010, at a ceremony commemorating the 65th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima at the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Triangle, Va. On Feb. 19, 1945, the United States launched its first assault against the Japanese at Iwo Jima, resulting in some of the fiercest fighting of World War II. (Wikimedia Commons)

How the Navajo Code Talkers helped win World War II

By Jessica Evans

This backwards looking tank was actually very effective

This backwards looking tank was actually very effective

By Miguel Ortiz

The first tank to break into Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge was almost lost to history

The first tank to break into Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge was almost lost to history

By Miguel Ortiz

Here’s the story behind the WWII legends the Doolittle Raiders

Here’s the story behind the WWII legends the Doolittle Raiders

By Jessica Manfre

Bombing of Berlin

The first British air raid on Berlin was perfectly timed

An elderly man wearing a tan military-style jacket with patches and the name "Jim 'Pee Wee' Martin" embroidered on it, a blue tie, and a black cap with "101st Airborne Screaming Eagles" and an eagle emblem. He is touching the brim of his cap with his right hand. The background shows a vast, green landscape under a cloudy sky, with a colorful graffiti-covered surface in the foreground.

WWII 101st Airborne veteran Jim “Pee Wee” Martin dies at 101

By Miguel Ortiz

nellis air force base flight

The complete base guide to Nellis Air Force Base

By Jessica Evans

queen elizabeth ii

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, dies at 96

By Miguel Ortiz

A vintage biplane with a yellow nose and blue propeller blades, featuring a brown camouflage pattern with black markings on the fuselage and landing gear covers. The aircraft has a double-wing structure supported by struts and is displayed indoors on a concrete floor. The tail has a white cross on a brown background with a red tip.

This is the most decorated pilot in the history of the Royal Navy

soldier at Fort McCoy

The complete post guide to Fort McCoy

By Jessica Evans

A large aircraft carrier sailing on the ocean, viewed from an elevated angle. The ship has a flat flight deck with no visible aircraft on it, and a superstructure with antennas and radar equipment near the center. The ship is creating a wake as it moves through the water. The image is in black and white.

A Navy machinist fought an air battle from a plane parked on its carrier’s flight deck

The Nazis once planned a giant sun laser beam

By Bethaney Phillips

flying fillies novel

New novel brings WWII WASPs to classrooms

By Shannon Corbeil

A black and white photo of an early aircraft carrier at sea, showing a flat flight deck with a large superstructure and mast on the left side. Smoke is coming from the funnel, and the ship is surrounded by calm water. The design appears to be from the early 20th century, with a relatively simple and utilitarian structure.

The Navy converted side-wheel paddle steamers into WWII aircraft carriers

By Miguel Ortiz

Today in military history: Operation Winter Storm fights Hitler in Stalingrad

Today in military history: Operation Winter Storm fights Hitler in Stalingrad

A black and white photo of ten men in military uniforms sitting around a square table with a white tablecloth. The table is decorated with a centerpiece made of evergreen branches and ornaments, including a star on top. Plates, cups, and utensils are arranged on the table, and the men appear to be gathered for a meal or celebration. The setting looks like a simple room with a plain wall and a small table in the background.

Today in military history: US says ‘NUTS’ to German demand for surrender

The 5 fastest conquests of France in military history

The 5 fastest conquests of France in military history

After 77 years as a ‘John Doe,’ WWII veteran’s remains identified and returned home

By Bethaney Phillips

belgian officer history

A Belgian officer took Nazi aggression personally…and got revenge

German soldiers in World War II gear are gathered around a large artillery piece in a war-torn urban area with rubble and damaged buildings in the background. One soldier is pointing, while others are preparing or inspecting the artillery. The scene is chaotic, with debris scattered on the ground.

Today in military history: Bloody Battle of Stalingrad

Large military aircraft carrier ship at sea with crew members standing on the deck and along the edges, featuring a prominent bow anchor chain and various antennas and equipment on the superstructure. A small boat is visible near the stern of the ship. The image is in black and white.

This was the only American carrier sunk in the Atlantic during WWII

By Miguel Ortiz

How the Rag-tag Circus begged, borrowed, and stole vehicles in its drive across Germany

How the Rag-tag Circus begged, borrowed, and stole vehicles in its drive across Germany

By James Elphick