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A military amphibious vehicle carrying soldiers is moving through rough waters. The vehicle has a turret with two guns and an antenna, and several soldiers wearing helmets are visible inside. The scene is dramatic with waves splashing around the vehicle and a cloudy sky overhead. Another similar vehicle is visible in the background.
War History

4 reasons why the Marianas Campaign was the real turning point of the Pacific War

A large group of soldiers in uniform and helmets marching down a cobblestone street, flanked by crowds of onlookers on both sides. The soldiers are carrying rifles and wearing long coats. In the background, there is a large, classical-style building with tall windows and columns, and another grand building further down the street. Some people in the crowd are standing next to bicycles. The scene appears to be from a historical period, possibly early to mid-20th century.
World War II

The first American killed in World War II died in Norway

Cookiecutter shark
Ships

The little fish that almost brought down the US submarine force

It turns out a Navy sub is no match for a 20-inch-long shark.

A black and white photo of a pilot in full flight gear standing on the ladder of a U.S. Air Force jet aircraft. The pilot is smiling and holding a helmet in one hand. The aircraft has "U.S. AIR" visible on its side and is parked on a tarmac with hangars in the background.
Vietnam War

How airline pilot and Vietnam War hero Carl Gamble saved his passengers from a hijacker

tabasco
History

The long history of the US military and Tabasco Sauce

A black and white photo of a naval destroyer ship numbered 557, floating on calm water near a city shoreline. The ship has multiple gun turrets, two large smokestacks, and a tall radar mast. Several crew members are visible standing on the deck. The background shows a cityscape with buildings and a distinctive tall, pointed tower.
World War II

The USS Johnston is the US Navy’s deepest shipwreck

Two soldiers in full gear, including helmets, rifles, and large backpacks, are interacting with an elderly man and woman. The elderly man is holding the arm of one soldier, while the elderly woman is shaking hands with the other soldier. They stand on a muddy street in front of a vehicle with a medical symbol on it. The scene appears to be from a historical wartime period.
World War I

The 5 worst weapons of World War I

london wwii air raids where serial killer was
World War II

The British soldier who used German air raids to become a serial killer

The bravery and resilience of most who survived the Luftwaffe attacks during Germany's World War II Blitz over London is beyond reproach. But let's face it, some people are a--holes.

jimmie howard most decorated platoon
Vietnam War

Jimmie Howard led the USMC’s most decorated platoon

Because of Marine Gunnery Sergeant Jimmie Howard's perseverance and focus, a platoon was able to hang on during one of the Vietnam War's fiercest battles. Two years after earning two Purple Hearts and a Silver Star, Jimmie Earl Howard arriv…

This soldier used his teeth as bullets to attack Turkish invaders
History

This soldier used his teeth as bullets to attack Turkish invaders

For four months in 1538, 600 Portuguese troops were holding back an attempt to capture the Indian City of Diu against 22,000 combined enemy troops. Most of those came from the Sultanate of Gujarat, but there were also 6,000 troops from the hated Ott…

army why you should shoot with both eyes open
Weapons

The reasons why you should shoot with both eyes open, according to a Green Beret

For years, military sharpshooting instructors taught their students to close their non-dominant eye as a fundamental of shooting. The idea behind this practice is to lower the activity of the half of the brain that isn't technically being used, fr…

6 reasons soldiers hate on the Marines
Military Culture

6 reasons soldiers hate on the Marines

Troops hating on each other is commonplace. It builds branch esprit de corps to poke fun at our brothers. When it comes to soldiers hating on Marines, that's just it — hating on, not hating. Us soldiers laugh at our thick-skulle…

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Korean War

Korean War vet and Gemini and Apollo astronaut James McDivitt dies at 93

September 11, 2001
Iraq War

What to know about September 11, 2001

brutal tactics
History

These were the brutal tactics used by armies engaged in total war

naval warfare vessel
History

This is how ship oars revolutionized ancient naval warfare

tennessee
Military Life

The complete guide to military bases in Tennessee

navy uniforms
Navy

The complete guide to Navy uniforms

Coast Guard graduates
Coast Guard

The complete guide to Coast Guard ranks

There are no Puddle Pirates here.

Air Force ranks
Careers

The complete guide to Air Force ranks

From airman basic to general, here's how the Air Force is laid out.