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Civil War

Sherman’s bow ties were an ultimate ‘screw you’ to the South

For battlefield leaders like Maj. Gen. William T. Sherman, he wanted to break the South in a way it couldn't be fixed.

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World War II

Today in military history: D-Day Allies land in Normandy

On June 6, 1944, the Allies invaded Normandy, France, in the largest amphibious assault in history, also known as D-Day.

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Sports

Combat-wounded Marine to sail around the world in Global Solo Challenge

A few years ago, Ronnie Simpson learned of the Global Solo Challenge. Within weeks he was offered the loan of a yacht by Whitall Stokes.

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History

7 unit mottos that came straight out of combat

Most units in the military have a motto they use to stand out. But the most badass unit mottos are forged in the crucible of combat.

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World War II

This is how Patton smashed his way out of Normandy

The thick Norman hedgerows and stiff German resistance had slowed progress to a crawl. General Patton had other ideas.

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History

Why it was a bad idea for Army officers to complain to President Teddy Roosevelt

Without a doubt, the most athletic President had to be Theodore Roosevelt, an avid boxer, wrestler, runner, and lover of all things outdoors.

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History

Today in military history: The Six-Day War begins

On June 5, 1965, the Six-Day War began after decades of political tension and military conflict between Israel and nearby Arab states.

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Vehicles

10 tanks that changed the history of armored warfare

The tank was first introduced in World War I when Britain unveiled the then-secret weapon against German forces.

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Revolutionary War

The Marine Corps’ first amphibious landing came during the American Revolution

The British governor decided to run instead of fight.

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War History

Did you know a Soviet physicist is behind all of America’s stealth technology?

Pyotr Ufimtsev didn't know it, but his work would put him at the forefront of a new American industry: stealth technology and engineering.

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Aircraft

Watch this bird strike take out a jet…from the pilot’s POV

What does a bird strike look like from the perspective of a fighter pilot? We actually have that — thanks to cockpit video that was released.

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History

6 terms you won’t believe have military origins

While military slang can be fun, it's even more fun when it seeps into the common vernacular of everyday people.

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Military News

This is what happens if you try to illegally enter Area 51

There seems to be some confusion about exactly how an intrusion onto Area 51 would be handled. Here is a quick breakdown.

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Cold War

How North Korea was built and molded by the Soviet Union

Like many stories about the history of North Korea, most are untrue. But here's how North Korea was built and molded by the Soviet Union.

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Cold War

The Gouzenko Affair was the most shocking Soviet defection to the West

Gouzenko and his cipher skills were recalled to Moscow in 1944 and there was nothing his boss could do about it.

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Heroes

The slave who stole a confederate ship and sailed his way to freedom

On May 12, 1862, a gentleman named Robert Smalls was aboard a Confederate transport ship pretending to be doing his normal duties.

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Military News

The Asian American Foundation announces heroes for second annual AAPI Heritage Heroes Special

The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) will debut its second annual AAPI Heritage Heroes special, highlighting seven incredible heroes.

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Military Culture

Top US military traditions for each branch

Our mission? To unveil the unique and engaging military traditions that bolster the camaraderie code of each branch of our military.

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Military Life

Decoding Rules of Engagement

In real military life, we've got the rules of engagement (ROEs). These aren't just suggestions or friendly reminders, but crucial directives.

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War History

The 5 most demoralizing tactics used in recent military history

There are many superstitions among fighting men, but no matter how big or powerful an army is on paper, it has to believe it is powerful.