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Marine Corps

These are the battles mentioned in the Marine Corps Hymn

Every November 10th and 11th, you'll be singing the Marine Corps Hymn, a song about the Halls of Montezuma and the Shores of Tripoli.

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Ships

The Confederacy’s last ironclad was Japan’s first

Protected by iron or steel armor plates, Japan’s first ironclad warship was originally built for the Confederate States Navy.

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History

When America defended China: The influence of author Pearl S. Buck

In 1932, Americans were overwhelmingly supportive of China, mainly due to the writing and works of Pearl S. Buck.

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World War II

An awful car killed more Nazi generals than World War II

The Tatra 87 was Hitler's car of the future. It was the Allies' vehicle of choice for the Nazis, too – because it would eventually kill them.

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War History

This insanely talented sniper was known as ‘The White Death’

He survived the war and lived until 2002.

Spanish American War
Spanish-American War

What it was like to fight in Spanish-American War, according to witnesses who were there

The Spanish-American War would come to be known by a nickname, "The Splendid Little War."But it was not always easy.

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Cold War

This is why Soviet cosmonauts carried a shotgun into space

Soviet cosmonauts early in the space race had a unique problem that the Americans didn't when it came to returning to Earth: bears.

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Weapons

Building the ultimate ‘SHTF’ rifle on a budget

Building an "SHTF" rifle on a budget has gotten easier over the years. Let's take a look at how to get it done!

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Weapons

Serving in the military doesn’t make people good with guns

When it comes to handling firearms, it's often assumed that the military and police are the best. But most only perform training annually.

Gulf of Tonkin
Vietnam War

Today in military history: Gulf of Tonkin Incident

On Aug. 4, 1964, the U.S. retaliated against reported North Vietnamese patrol (PT) boat attacks in the Gulf of Tonkin.

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World War II

USS Ward: The Alpha and Omega of WWII

Given that World War II was one of the largest and most encompassing events in human history, and the USS Ward was a big part of that.

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Careers

4 types of military contractors

One may be surprised to know that a modest portion of support to the DoD is filled by military contractors, and many fit the stereotypes.

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Military Culture

Top 5 Marine Corps mysteries

These issues have plagued leathernecks since 1775. Here are the top Marine Corps mysteries that you need to know about!

flora sandes
World War I

This British woman fought with Serbia in World War I

Flora Sandes was the only British woman known to fight in World War I, serving as a nurse and then soldier in Serbia.

Operation Prairie
Vietnam War

Today in military history: Marines launch Operation Prairie in Vietnam

Operation Prairie followed closely on the heels of Operation Hastings, sharing its objective to push NVA forces back across the DMZ.

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Gulf War

Today in military history: Iraq invades Kuwait

On Aug. 2 1990, Iraqi forces under Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait, gaining control of 20% of the world's oil reserves.

operation kiebitz
World War II

That time Germany tried to steal four U-boat officers

In September 1943, the Kriegsmarine attempted to steal four of their best officers back from Canada in the bold Operation Kiebitz.

Tony Mendez
Heroes

This CIA agent behind ‘Argo’ was the ‘Master of Disguise’

Tony Mendez put together a fake film crew to rescue American diplomats from Iran in 1979.

Oppenheimer
World War II

What happened with Oppenheimer’s revoked security clearance

Despite his accomplishments, Oppenheimer's security clearance was unjustly revoked after the war and lasted 55 years after his death.

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Music

Country star Craig Morgan swore into the Army Reserve at the Grand Ole Opry

In front of a sold-out audience, country music singer and Army veteran Craig Morgan enlisted into the U.S. Army Reserve at the Opry.