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History

These three First Ladies died inside the White House

Two presidents have passed away inside of the White House, but there have been more First Ladies who have passed away within the walls.

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World War II

Today in military history: MacArthur returns to the Philippines

On Oct. 20, 1944, General Douglas MacArthur fulfilled his promise to return to the Philippines after he was forced to flee in 1942.

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World War II

This German tank with three turrets confused Allied spies during WWII

Although most tanks were single-turreted by the start of WWII, Germany pressed on with a three-turret design that baffled Allied spies.

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Cold War

This Cuban pilot defected to the US then went back to rescue his family

To escape Cuba, Air Force Major Orestes Lorenzo Pérez took the risk of defecting to the United States in a MiG.

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World War I

This New York art exhibit was made of captured German equipment from WWI

After WWI, the U.S. created an art exhibit on New York's Park Avenue to celebrate the momentous victory, appropriately named Victory Way.

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Military Culture

5 myths Marines believe about themselves

If you’ve ever met them you know the change is forever, but one thing you may not know is what Marines think about themselves.

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Revolutionary War

Today in military history: American victory at Yorktown

On Oct. 19, 1781, the American Revolution came to an end when British General Lord Cornwallis surrendered his forces at Yorktown.

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Military News

Pin-Ups for Vets releases stunning 2024 calendar to help troops

Pin-Ups for Vets is a non-profit organization that raises money to help deployed and hospitalized service members, vets, and families.

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War History

Here’s what you should know about the Inchon Landing Operation

During the Korean War, the Inchon Landing Operation lasted from September 15 until September 26, 1950. Here's what you should know about it.

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Korean War

The only all-Black special operations Army unit kicked serious butt in Korea

The 2nd Ranger Infantry Company is often overlooked by history.

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Military Culture

5 bad phrases and words associated with military staffers

There are ways to be effective military staffers, but young officers can make life harder on themselves by using these phrases.

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Careers

The complete guide to Navy ranks and insignia

Do you find Navy ranks and insignia confusing? This guide explains the four categories of Navy ranks.

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War History

This leader had a complete nervous breakdown during the Six-Day War

The spring of 1967 wasn’t the best of times for Israel after the Six-Day War kicked off. It was definitely the worst of times.

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History

Israel might have used a magnetic superweapon in the raid on Entebbe

The Raid on Entebbe, though not perfect, was wildly successful. But for years after, people claimed Israel used a magnetic ray gun.

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Military News

Why is Hamas attacking Israel?

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared a state of war in the wake of a large-scale, multifaceted offensive from Hamas.

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Military Culture

7 mind-numbing phrases military leaders use to seem smarter

Leaders trying to prove themselves are guilty of using these military phrases to feel smarter than the rest. And they're super annoying.

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Movies and TV

This World War II veteran produced ‘The Goonies’

Harvey Bernhard worked on several notable movies in the 1970s and '80s.

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Benefits

Here are the types of TRICARE plans you can have

TRICARE is the current health care program in place by the United States' Department of Defense’s Military Health System.

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Marine Corps

The Marine Corps used to drive the Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Along with Range Rovers, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is a common sight on the streets of the Beverly Hills. But in the Marine Corps?

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Revolutionary War

Today in military history: American victory at Saratoga

The American success at Saratoga swayed the French king to recognize the US' independence and finally join the colonists’ cause.