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This is the story behind the Red Army’s most iconic WWII photo

By Blake Stilwell

A small dog wearing a black vest with patches, including one with Ukrainian colors and Cyrillic text, is standing on its hind legs interacting with a young child. The child is dressed in a floral-patterned coat, red mittens, and a pink knit hat with pom-poms. An adult is crouched behind the child, supporting them, while another person extends a hand toward the dog. The background shows a building with colorful panels and ventilation grilles.

Bomb-sniffing dog, ‘Patron,’ honored with medal by President Zelenskyy

By Miguel Ortiz

A man in a navy blue suit with a red striped tie is seated at a wooden desk, signing a document with a gold pen. Behind him are framed family photographs, an American flag, and a dark blue flag with white stars and an eagle emblem. The desk also has a closed folder, a phone, and a few other items. The setting appears to be an official office.

President Biden signed the Lend-Lease Act of 2022 to supply Ukraine

By Miguel Ortiz

A group of ten people, including adults and children, standing together inside a white wooden greenhouse with large windows. The woman in the center wears a coral dress and pearl necklace, while the man next to her has a beard and wears a striped shirt. The children are dressed in a mix of casual and semi-formal clothing, with some girls wearing dresses and bows in their hair. Behind them is a large floral arrangement with various colorful flowers. The floor is wooden with a striped rug beneath the group.

They adopted their daughters from Ukraine. Now, they’re giving back.

By Megan Harless

battle of stalingrad

This building in Stalingrad became the Russian version of The Alamo in World War II

Two men are shaking hands across a round white table. The man on the left is wearing a dark suit and light blue shirt, leaning forward with his left hand on the table. The man on the right is wearing a red traditional-style jacket and glasses, also leaning forward with his left hand on the table. Behind them is a large statue on a pedestal and curtains. On the table are a pen and a small rectangular object.

How Steven Seagal and Vladimir Putin got to be such good buddies

By Bethaney Phillips

Two soldiers in camouflage uniforms and helmets are positioned against a dark wooden wall. The soldier in the foreground is holding a camouflaged assault rifle and wearing black gloves, protective glasses, and a black face covering. The second soldier is partially visible behind the first.

3 reasons Russia has struggled against Ukraine, according to the famous ‘Doctrine Man’

By Miguel Ortiz

russian nuke targets united states before DEACTIVATION OF NUCLEAR MISSILES IN RUSSIA (Photo by Georges DeKeerle/Sygma via Getty Images)

That one time in 1995 when Russia almost used nuclear missiles against the United States

By Orvelin Valle

USS Chancellorsville

Russian and American warships almost collided in the Philippines

Three men, two in military uniforms and one in a suit, stand behind a large model of an ICBM test vehicle. The missile model is mounted on a stand with a plaque that reads "ICBM TEST VEHICLE U.S. AIR FORCE THOR-ABLE RE-ENTRY PROGRAM RVX 1-5." To the right of the missile model, there is a meteorite labeled "CANYON DIABLO METEORITE" displayed on a pedestal. The missile's nose appears charred, indicating re-entry heat effects.

The United States developed the first hypersonic missile in 1949

These dangerous Arctic convoys saved Russia during World War II

These dangerous Arctic convoys saved Russia during World War II

A NATO E-3 AWACS aircraft with a distinctive radar dome on top is flying above a mountainous landscape, accompanied by three gray F-16 fighter jets flying in formation below it. The sky is partly cloudy.

This is why America is the most influential NATO signatory nation

The Soviet spies who stole NASA’s Space Shuttle

The Soviet spies who stole NASA’s Space Shuttle

Javelin missile

Why the Javelin missile is so deadly to Russian tanks in Ukraine

A gray unmanned aerial vehicle (drone) with the number "402" in red on its front side is parked on a concrete runway. The drone has a long, slender fuselage with a single wing extending horizontally and a vertical stabilizer at the rear. The sky is partly cloudy with the sun setting or rising on the left side. In the background, there are two tall, scissor-lift towers with equipment on top, a green van, and a person standing on the right side. The drone has "BAYRAKTAR TB2" written on its side near the tail.

Why Ukrainian drones are so effective against Russian troops

Lucas Tomlinson

This Navy veteran reported live from war-torn Ukraine

By Jessica Manfre

The British planned to start World War III by invading Russia with the German army

The British planned to start World War III by invading Russia with the German army

By Blake Stilwell

A sleek, futuristic jet aircraft viewed from the front, flying against a backdrop of a cloudy sky with a warm sunset glow near the horizon. The jet has a sharp, angular design with wide wings and a dark, reflective surface.

4 Reasons why Russia’s new alleged new MiG is a bunch of bunk

A digital illustration resembling a postage stamp shows a soldier standing on a rocky shore facing a large naval warship in the water. The soldier is wearing full combat gear and holding a rifle in one hand, while raising the middle finger of the other hand towards the ship. The background features a calm sea and a gradient sky with shades of blue. The artist's signature "Boris Groh" and the year "2022" are visible on the image.

Ukraine Snake Island defenders’ now-famous battlecry honored with stamp

By Miguel Ortiz

A large group of people marching down a city street holding a long white banner with Ukrainian text that translates to "Who saves one life, saves the world." Many participants carry white flags with symbols and Ukrainian national flags. The street is lined with buildings and trees, and the sky is cloudy.

4 great ways to donate to Ukraine

By Miguel Ortiz

A group of healthcare workers wearing full protective gear, including hazmat suits, face masks, gloves, and goggles. The person in the foreground is dressed in a yellow hazmat suit with a full-face respirator mask, while the others in the background wear white and light blue protective suits with masks and goggles. They appear to be in a hospital or medical facility corridor.

Russian disinformation campaigns claim the US is developing bioweapons in Ukraine

A disassembled rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) launcher with three main components: a long green cylindrical tube with a camouflage pattern and carrying strap, a silver cylindrical rocket with a rounded tip and stabilizing fins, and a smaller cylindrical component with a brass-colored body and black bands. The items are laid out on a white surface.

Why Russia is using thermobaric weapons in Ukraine

A black and white photograph of a man lying in a coffin, dressed in a dark military uniform adorned with medals. The man has a mustache and his eyes are closed. The coffin is surrounded by numerous flowers.

9 infamous KGB assassination attempts straight out of spy novels

By Blake Stilwell

energy plant fueled by nuclear warheads

Russian nuclear warheads provided electricity for the US for 20 years

Navy Federal provides support for active duty members deployed to Europe due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict

Navy Federal provides support for active duty members deployed to Europe due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict

By Navy Federal Credit Union

NASCAR owner Richard Childress pledges 1 million rounds of ammo to Ukraine

NASCAR owner Richard Childress pledges 1 million rounds of ammo to Ukraine

By Miguel Ortiz

Green supercavitating torpedo with a streamlined cylindrical body and stabilizing fins, shown against a black background with the text "The fastest torpedo ever" and "Supercavitating Torpedo.

Why Russia’s supercavitating torpedoes aren’t all that great a weapon

Firefighters in protective gear are working amidst thick smoke and debris at the site of a damaged building at night. Bright blue and white lights illuminate the scene, highlighting the destruction and the emergency response efforts.

The badass way defenders of Ukraine’s Snake Island told the Russians they wouldn’t surrender

By Blake Stilwell

How Russian special forces learned from their US counterparts

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How Russian special forces learned from their US counterparts

By Christian Lowe

Two soldiers wearing camouflage uniforms, helmets, and face coverings, each holding a rifle, standing outdoors with a blurred natural background.

‘An Explosive Situation’: Open-Source monitors say Russia’s military buildup near Ukraine is ‘unprecedented’

This animation shows every nuclear bomb explosion in history

By Harold C. Hutchison

Why the Navy doesn’t use cool flying boats anymore

Why the Navy doesn’t use cool flying boats anymore

By Harold C. Hutchison

This is why the Russian submarine fleet is such a basket case

This is why the Russian submarine fleet is such a basket case

By Harold C. Hutchison

This pilot defected with the Soviet Union’s most advanced plane

By Stephen Carlson

This is what ‘eternal patrol’ means for submarines

This is what ‘eternal patrol’ means for submarines

By Harold C. Hutchison

The military thought this paint job could protect from nuclear blasts

The military thought this paint job could protect from nuclear blasts

Four soldiers dressed in white winter camouflage are positioned in a snowy trench in a forest. One soldier is aiming a large machine gun mounted on a tripod, while the others are closely observing or assisting. Snow covers the ground, trench walls, and surrounding trees.

How the Finns sabotaged the Red Army’s retreat with Polka music

The Russian military looks to be preparing for an invasion of Ukraine

The Russian military looks to be preparing for an invasion of Ukraine

Miss Russian Army, a beauty contest for Russian forces

By Bethaney Phillips

This Soviet-era Russian war medal is worth $10 million

This Soviet-era Russian war medal is worth $10 million

These are the 11 biological weapons the Soviets wanted to use on the US

These are the 11 biological weapons the Soviets wanted to use on the US

By Blake Stilwell

Syrian Jihadis learned not to mess with downed Russian pilots the hard way

Syrian Jihadis learned not to mess with downed Russian pilots the hard way

What would happen if Germany and Russia had a tank battle today

What would happen if Germany and Russia had a tank battle today

By Harold C. Hutchison

cuban missile crisis

Today in Military History

Today in military history: Cuban Missile Crisis ends

charge of the light brigade

Today in Military History

Today in military history: Charge of the Light Brigade

A green military tank with two soldiers visible, one standing in the turret and the other partially visible through a hatch, moving on a paved surface with white striped markings. The background features ornate red and white historic buildings and a crowd of people watching the scene.

America’s 9 most deadly wartime enemies, ranked

By Blake Stilwell

A black-and-white photo of a soldier in uniform, captured mid-action with his right arm raised holding a pistol. He wears a military cap and has binoculars hanging around his neck. In the background, several soldiers are crouched or lying low on the ground, aiming rifles, with a partly cloudy sky above.

A Soviet soldier took on 50 Germans with grenades and an ax

‘The Battle of Khasham’ saw US troops rout Russian mercenaries in Syria

‘The Battle of Khasham’ saw US troops rout Russian mercenaries in Syria

Today in military history: Russia tests ICBM

Russia’s ‘Lord of the Rings’ is the story from Mordor’s point of view

Russia’s ‘Lord of the Rings’ is the story from Mordor’s point of view

By Blake Stilwell

Take a closer look at the cinematic villain helicopter of the 1980s: The Mi-24 Hind

Take a closer look at the cinematic villain helicopter of the 1980s: The Mi-24 Hind

By Harold C. Hutchison

This was the Soviet version of the C-130, only less safe

This was the Soviet version of the C-130, only less safe

By Harold C. Hutchison

A gray cylindrical object resembling a missile or torpedo is shown underwater, releasing numerous small white spheres from its rear. The object has fins near the back and orange bands around its body. The background is dark and murky, suggesting deep water.

Russia’s nuclear torpedo arsenal is designed to inflict maximum pain

This is what would happen if the Zumwalt fought a Russian battlecruiser

This is what would happen if the Zumwalt fought a Russian battlecruiser

By Harold C. Hutchison

One of Napoleon’s best generals returned to France after almost 200 years

One of Napoleon’s best generals returned to France after almost 200 years

This app lets you see the destructive power of nukes on your hometown

This app lets you see the destructive power of nukes on your hometown

By Blake Stilwell

The spy who gave nukes to the USSR applied for a veteran’s pension

The spy who gave nukes to the USSR applied for a veteran’s pension

By Blake Stilwell

This is what happens when you try to invade and conquer Russia

This is what happens when you try to invade and conquer Russia

By Blake Stilwell

Black and white photo of a single-engine, propeller-driven military aircraft with a low wing design, fixed landing gear, and a cockpit canopy positioned towards the front of the fuselage. The plane is on the ground, viewed from a front-side angle.

This Soviet pilot stole the plane of a Nazi pilot who landed to try and kill him

By Blake Stilwell

4 close call moments with war correspondents caught on film

4 close call moments with war correspondents caught on film

Khevsureti crusader knights Georgia world war I

These crusader knights answered the call to fight World War I

By Blake Stilwell

A large group of men in military uniforms seated in an auditorium or assembly hall, with the text "PETROGRAD SOVIET" in bold red letters at the top right. The image is black and white, suggesting a historical setting.

This is why the Bolsheviks concealed the cowardly murder of the Czar royal family

A satellite emitting a red beam of directed energy against a dark starry background, with the text "DIRECTED ENERGY WEAPONS" prominently displayed in white.

Russia may be using directed-energy weapons on US troops

spies took out rainbow warrior

5 spies that creatively destroyed the enemy