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This is how the misfit crew of ‘Old 666’ became the most decorated in history

This is how the misfit crew of ‘Old 666’ became the most decorated in history

By James Elphick

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The battle that convinced German leaders they lost World War II

A stone gravestone with inscriptions for Erich Hartmann (19.4.1922 - 20.9.1993) and Ursula Hartmann, née Paetsch (23.3.1924 - 3.2.1996). The gravestone features two bird sculptures on top and a single red rose placed in front among low purple and green plants. The background shows other gravestones and trees in a cemetery.

This pilot has the most downs from WWII

By Bethaney Phillips

These Japanese bombers attacked targets with rocket-propelled people

These Japanese bombers attacked targets with rocket-propelled people

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How the top brass actually tried to prevent Pearl Harbor attack

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This spy led Germans on a wild goose chase during WWII

By Bethaney Phillips

This is the World War II history of the Foo Fighters

By Blake Stilwell

Four uniformed soldiers on horseback are positioned in front of a historic red brick building with arched windows. The soldiers wear olive green military uniforms and blue caps. The horses include a white horse in the center and darker horses on either side. Behind them, tall red banners and a statue of a man on horseback are visible. The scene appears to be part of a formal or ceremonial event.

How the Red Army used cavalry to deadly effect on WWII’s Eastern Front

A camouflaged military tank with two soldiers visible in the open turret, positioned on a dirt path surrounded by dense green pine trees. The tank features a large main gun, additional mounted weaponry, and tracks for movement. The soldiers are wearing helmets and military gear.

7 light tanks the Army used to operate

By Miguel Ortiz

These dangerous Arctic convoys saved Russia during World War II

These dangerous Arctic convoys saved Russia during World War II

Virginia Hall: The woman in charge of a British spy network

By Bethaney Phillips

This WWII plane was frozen in ice like Captain America before being recovered

By Miguel Ortiz

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This was one of the greatest assassinations of a Nazi leader

A man wearing a cap and a button-up shirt is seated and smiling at the camera. He is wearing headphones with a microphone and appears to be operating or adjusting a piece of equipment with wires. The background is dark and indistinct, with some ropes and wooden structures visible.

These were the weirdest military jobs of WWII

By Bethaney Phillips

A damaged military aircraft with a heavily torn wing is partially buried in dirt. A person wearing a helmet and military uniform stands next to the plane, holding up a piece of the torn wing fabric. The scene appears to be from a past war era, indicated by the black-and-white photo and the style of the uniform.

The time Mount Vesuvius took out dozens of US bombers during WWII

By Miguel Ortiz

A black and white photo of a World War II-era aircraft carrier deck with multiple military planes lined up. The planes have star insignias on their wings and fuselages. Several crew members are working around and on the planes, preparing them for flight or maintenance. The ocean is visible in the background.

How one pilot single-handedly changed the course of a battle – and maybe World War II

How well do you know the Battle of Iwo Jima? Take this quiz

By Orvelin Valle

5 gutsy replies to enemy demands for surrender

5 gutsy replies to enemy demands for surrender

By Blake Stilwell

Bataan Death March

Today in military history: The Japanese take Bataan

How Elvis helped build the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor

The World War II origins of Navy ‘Torpedo Juice’

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The first CIA operative to die in the line of duty was killed by Tibetans

A group of soldiers and men in military uniforms walking across a rocky, mountainous terrain. Some are carrying rifles, and two men at the front right are carrying a large suitcase. The background shows steep, barren hills. The image is in black and white.

This is how Nazi commandos allegedly rescued the imprisoned Mussolini

How 87 paratroopers captured one of the world’s strongest forts

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5 unsolved mysteries of World War II

Only one American woman was executed by Hitler’s direct order

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How Martha Gellhorn became the only woman to land on Normandy Beach

Soldiers lying prone in a grassy field, aiming and operating a mounted machine gun, with two armored vehicles visible in the background. The image is in black and white, suggesting a historical wartime scene.

Why Japan attacked the United States instead of the Soviet Union in 1941

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World War II soldiers called this military chocolate bar ‘Hitler’s Secret Weapon’

By Blake Stilwell

This WWII soldier went rogue and fought until 1974

By Bethaney Phillips

This is the only woman to join the French Foreign Legion

This is the only woman to join the French Foreign Legion

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

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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Why Eisenhower believed in the Domino Theory

By Jessica Evans

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

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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

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

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 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

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

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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

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

women from the 6888th battalion in wwii

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

By Miguel Ortiz

Japanese naval officer in a white uniform saluting a group of soldiers wearing helmets and gear, standing in front of a wooden structure with a chalkboard behind them.

Japan’s greatest naval leader was almost discharged before World War II began

Pistol of Hannie Schaft used to kill nazis

The teen girl squad who seduced and killed Nazis in occupied Europe