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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 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

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

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 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’

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

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

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

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

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

Soviets invade Czechoslovakia

Today in military history: Soviets invade Czechoslovakia

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

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

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

patton in messina

Today in military history: Patton wins race to Messina

This brave turret gunner faced 200 German aircraft

This brave turret gunner faced 200 German aircraft

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

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

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

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

Watch a World War II tank fire in slow motion

Watch a World War II tank fire in slow motion

‘The Ghost’ is the most decorated infantry officer you’ve never heard of

‘The Ghost’ is the most decorated infantry officer you’ve never heard of

By Blake Stilwell

A black and white photograph showing a formation of seven military aircraft flying over a rough, choppy sea with large waves. The planes are evenly spaced and appear to be flying in a loose V formation. The sky is overcast, and the image has a vintage or historical feel.

German pilots revolted against their leadership in World War II

These bomber pilots pulled a ‘Top Gun’ and buzzed the 1943 World Series

These bomber pilots pulled a ‘Top Gun’ and buzzed the 1943 World Series

By Miguel Ortiz

juliana dog disarmed bomb

This dog disarmed a a World War II bomb by marking it

By Miguel Ortiz

This is how the Army convinced pilots to fly one of its most crash-prone planes

This is how the Army convinced pilots to fly one of its most crash-prone planes

By Harold C. Hutchison

The 3 most realistic firefights ever filmed by Hollywood

The 3 most realistic firefights ever filmed by Hollywood

By Alex Hollings

This was the invasion of France you didn’t hear about

This was the invasion of France you didn’t hear about

By Harold C. Hutchison

This little-known disaster was the first to be called the ‘Second Pearl Harbor’

This little-known disaster was the first to be called the ‘Second Pearl Harbor’

Meet the intelligence officer who urged Nimitz to kill Yamamoto

Meet the intelligence officer who urged Nimitz to kill Yamamoto

By Harold C. Hutchison

Two A-10 Thunderbolt II military aircraft flying side by side against a clear blue sky. The aircraft on the top has a camouflage paint scheme with green and brown colors, while the one below has a gray and white paint scheme with black and white invasion stripes and a star insignia on its tail. Both planes have twin engines mounted above the fuselage and straight wings.

Watch these A-10 Warthogs perform a rare demo flight together

By Miguel Ortiz

A vintage biplane with the identification number K6131 is flying above a landscape with fields and scattered clouds. The aircraft has two open cockpits, a radial engine with a spinning propeller, and roundels on the wings and fuselage, indicating military use. The image is in black and white.

Before he wrote children’s books, Roald Dahl was a menace to Axis forces in the sky

By Miguel Ortiz

Operation Sea Lion: the Nazi plan to invade Great Britain

Operation Sea Lion: the Nazi plan to invade Great Britain

Why Germany was always the underdog in World War II

Why Germany was always the underdog in World War II

Two soldiers descending with round parachutes against a clear sky, captured in black and white. The parachutes are fully deployed, with suspension lines visible, and the soldiers appear to be in mid-air during a jump.

This Army wife’s wedding dress is made of the parachute that saved her husband

By Blake Stilwell

The crazy story of the only underwater sub battle in history

The crazy story of the only underwater sub battle in history

How the Allies used math to save bomber crews during WWII

How the Allies used math to save bomber crews during WWII

By Alex Hollings

This American Olympic gold medalist also fought in the Battle of Britain

This American Olympic gold medalist also fought in the Battle of Britain

By Miguel Ortiz

6 things you didn’t know about Operation Market Garden

6 things you didn’t know about Operation Market Garden

By Blake Stilwell

The British re-cut Nazi propaganda to make these soldiers dance

The British re-cut Nazi propaganda to make these soldiers dance

Watch how sand from Omaha Beach brightens veterans’ tombstones

Watch how sand from Omaha Beach brightens veterans’ tombstones

By Shannon Corbeil

Why pigeons were once the best form of battlefield communication

Why pigeons were once the best form of battlefield communication

By Eric Milzarski

This convoy system staffed mostly by African Americans kept the invasion of Europe rolling

This convoy system staffed mostly by African Americans kept the invasion of Europe rolling

By Miguel Ortiz

A black and white portrait of a middle-aged man in a U.S. military uniform with four stars on each shoulder, indicating the rank of a general. He has short, neatly combed hair and a serious expression. Behind him, partially visible, are two flags. The uniform features several ribbons and badges on the left chest pocket.

America’s oldest living general turned 107 in 2021

4 times the US military won by tricking the enemy

4 times the US military won by tricking the enemy

By Paul Szoldra

Black and white photo of a single-engine, propeller-driven military aircraft with a low wing design, fixed landing gear, and a cockpit canopy positioned towards the front of the fuselage. The plane is on the ground, viewed from a front-side angle.

This Soviet pilot stole the plane of a Nazi pilot who landed to try and kill him

By Blake Stilwell

This hard-drinking salty Coast Guard sea dog was banned from Greenland

This hard-drinking salty Coast Guard sea dog was banned from Greenland

By Blake Stilwell

A group of soldiers standing in a line outdoors in a snowy landscape, each carrying skis and ski poles on their backs. They are dressed in winter military uniforms and boots, with some wearing helmets and others wearing caps. Pine trees are visible in the background.

The daring sabotage raid that kept Nazis from getting The Bomb

By Blake Stilwell

Watch this WWII commando veteran explain how to spot a sniper

Watch this WWII commando veteran explain how to spot a sniper

By Blake Stilwell

How D-Day would go down today

How D-Day would go down today

By Harold C. Hutchison

A person in a white naval uniform stands facing a large memorial wall inscribed with numerous names. In front of the person is a sign that reads: "TO THE MEMORY OF THE GALLANT MEN HERE ENTOMBED AND THEIR SHIPMATES WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES IN ACTION ON DECEMBER 7, 1941 ON THE U.S.S. ARIZONA." The memorial honors those who died during the attack on Pearl Harbor.

WATCH: USS Arizona – part museum, part memorial

By Jessica Evans

An elderly man with gray hair and a mustache is sitting in a brown cushioned chair. He is wearing a blue and white plaid shirt with a pocket on the left side. The background shows a plain light-colored wall with a power outlet visible in the upper right corner.

How an illegal immigrant was drafted and earned the Medal of Honor

By Blake Stilwell

Morgenthau Plan

The US plan to completely destroy Germany after World War II

By Blake Stilwell

Why the M18 Hellcat was America’s most underrated tank destroyer in World War II

Why the M18 Hellcat was America’s most underrated tank destroyer in World War II

British Commandos land

The World War II commandos dedicated to Arctic operations

This double-leg amputee was one of the RAF’s deadliest aces during the Battle of Britain

This double-leg amputee was one of the RAF’s deadliest aces during the Battle of Britain

Why ‘Blitz Spirit’ was a defining moment in British history

Why ‘Blitz Spirit’ was a defining moment in British history

By Eric Milzarski

The unbelievable survival of the USS Franklin

The unbelievable survival of the USS Franklin

By Harold C. Hutchison

These special-purpose vehicles were designed to kill tanks

These special-purpose vehicles were designed to kill tanks

By Harold C. Hutchison

That time the British burned down fake cities to fool German bombers

That time the British burned down fake cities to fool German bombers

The US wanted an army of Batman paratroopers in World War II

By Blake Stilwell

This top secret World War II drone mission killed JFK’s older brother

This top secret World War II drone mission killed JFK’s older brother

‘Vinegar’ Joe Stilwell lost the best WWII assignments twice

‘Vinegar’ Joe Stilwell lost the best WWII assignments twice

legendary pilots flying tigers

7 American legends who were combat pilots for the Flying Tigers

By Harold C. Hutchison

The gentleman’s rules for how to play golf in war-torn WWII Britain

The gentleman’s rules for how to play golf in war-torn WWII Britain

By Blake Stilwell

This American submarine damaged two Japanese cruisers without firing a shot

This American submarine damaged two Japanese cruisers without firing a shot

By Harold C. Hutchison

A black and white photo of a storefront with an awning displaying the name "Velvalee Dickinson" and the number "718" on both ends. The window display features various items including dolls and books, with two rotary telephones visible on either side of the display. The entrance to the store is to the right of the window.

Only one American ever spied for Japan during World War II