The Heroism of Chiune Sugihara – Saved Countless Jews From Nazi Deathcamps
Chiune Sugihara is not a name that immediately springs to mind when thinking of Japanese Second World War heroes, but his story is remarkable. Born…
When Count Schwerin Was Put On Trial For Attempting To Kill Hitler, He Did Not Back Down
When one thinks of World War II, they often reflect on heroes who lost their lives during the conflict. But there were also heroes who,…
Oscar Rosowsky: The WWII Forger Who Became 3,500 Jews’ Lifeline
In another time, Oscar Rosowsky may have been considered “a crook” and imprisoned. Worse, he might have been tortured and killed had the Nazis caught…
Mel Gibson, Andrew Garfield Set to Work on Upcoming WWII Film
Oscar-winning director and actor Mel Gibson will reportedly work with The Amazing Spiderman actor Andrew Garfield on upcoming WWII film about war vet Desmond T. Doss, the…
Rock Band KISS Raised $1 Million for Thayer Oregon Military Museum
Legendary rock band KISS – known for their face paints, ornate outfits, hard rock music out-of-this world performances – went make-up less and pulled out…
‘Stolen’ WWII Plaque Returned to RAF Base
Correction: It has come to the attention of WHO that the writer mistook RAF Brize Norton for a man rather than a Royal Air Force…
Young Boy Joins US Navy in WWII
In both world wars, many joined the ranks below the age of conscription. The US Navy included one such case, a young boy only twelve…
Why the World Should be Thankful to WWII Hero Alan Turing
Most people do not know WWII hero Alan Turing. However, that must change. First of all, the fact that you are reading this write-up in…
New Film Portrays Otto Weidt, The Blind “Unknown Schindler”
Otto Weidt was so much like Oskar Schindler – he was a German factory owner who used his business to save Jews. But unlike Schindler,…
Remembering John ‘Bud’ Hawk, Another WWII Hero (1924-2013)
America had lost another of its true heroes — John ‘Bud’ hawk who served during WWII and was a recipient of a Medal of Honor…
Antis: The Dog That Became a WWII Hero
Antis’ story is one courageous tale of how a dog’s bravery and loyalty made him a WWII hero. Enemy fire tore into the engines of…
Heroes of World War II (Part 2)
Here are some of the individuals who emerged as heroes of the Second World War – a mix of diplomats, soldiers and even enemies…