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bermuda triangle
World War II

How a military mission led to one of the greatest unsolved mysteries in history

Disappearances within the Bermuda Triangle are some of the most well-known mysteries in U.S. history. Here is one of the most famous.

porsche wwii
Tanks

4 armored fighting vehicles designed by Porsche during WWII

Porsche was a pioneer in hybrid technology and was keen to put to use in German armored fighting vehicles like tanks and tank destroyers.

Air Force history
Today in Military History

Today in military history: US Air Force becomes independent branch

Initially part of the U.S. Army, the Department of the Air Force was created under the National Security Act of 1947.

air force d day eisenhower
World War II

How Allied air forces made it nearly impossible for Germany to reinforce D-Day

Air superiority is crucial.

knight's armament
Firearms

Royal Marine Commandos are getting Knight’s Armament rifles

On September 7, 2023, the UK’s Ministry of Defence announced the procurement of the Knight’s Armament Company KS-1.

cia missions
Wars

Check out these unbelievable CIA missions

Welcome to the untold tales of CIA missions, where these high-stakes operations are just the tip of the iceberg.

yellowstone bass reeves
Movies

Bass Reeves: New ‘Yellowstone’ show about a slave turned lawman

The latest television series from “Yellowstone” producer Taylor Sheridan brings the real history of frontier Marshal Bass Reeves to life.

International Criminal Court
Technology

The International Criminal Court will begin prosecuting cyberwar crimes

Now the lead prosecutor of the International Criminal Court at the Hague has announced the inclusion of cyberwar crimes.

operation paperclip v2 rocket launch getty
World War II

Nazi scientists and the bargain that built the American space program

It's one in a long line of questionable Cold War decisions.

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History

The macabre way early sailors refreshed their wardrobes

British and American ships used "slop chests" to outfit their sailors, but these little stores at sea sometimes sold dead men's clothes.

The Army’s newest combat vehicle is named for two hero soldiers
Vehicles

The Army’s newest combat vehicle is named for two hero soldiers

In naming its latest combat vehicle, the Army honored heroic two soldiers; one from WWII and one from Operation Iraqi Freedom.

fort knox military installation
Base Guides

Heading to a military installation for the first time? Here’s what to expect

If you're visiting a military installation or if you've decided to take the plunge and don a green suit yourself, you might have questions.

A black and white photo of a small submarine floating on the water near the shore. The submarine has a conning tower with a flag on top and several people visible on the deck. The hull is smooth and streamlined, with the designation "U1" marked near the bow. The background shows a distant shoreline with low hills or buildings.
World War II

How Germany brought the fighting of World War II to Antarctica

The German navy doesn’t get a lot of attention for its role during World War II, but the Kriegsmarine brought the war to Antarctica.

battle of antietam
Civil War

Today in military history: Battle of Antietam

On Sep. 17, 1862, Confederate rebels and Union troops of the American Civil War fought the Battle of Antietam.

captains
Navy

4 captains who went down with the ship

"The captain goes down with the ship" is a maritime tradition suggesting that a captain is honor-bound to stay on a sinking ship.

canine
Coast Guard

4 missions of the military working dog

The military working dogs of today are utilized in many different missions and specialties. Here are some the main areas.

elvis army
Army

Hair today, gone tomorrow: When Elvis joined the Army

On March 24, 1958, with his family and friends by his side, Elvis reported to the Memphis draft board and joined the U.S. Army.

military draft
World War II

Today in military history: FDR approves of the draft

On Sep. 16, 1940, President Franklin Roosevelt signed the Selective Service Act, requiring male Americans to register for the military draft.

veteran suicide
Mental Health

Face the Fight gains momentum in battle to end vet suicide

A USAA-led initiative, with founding partners the Humana Foundation and Reach Resilience, gains steam to increase awareness of national crisis.

white house situation room
Military News

WATCH: The White House Situation Room got a sleek new makeover

The White House Situation Room just underwent a $50 million renovation that left it with a “rich, new car smell.”