David Herold

David Herold is one of the authors writing for WAR HISTORY ONLINE

Articles by David Herold:

The Strange Story Of The Los Angeles Zoot Suit Riots In World War Two

In 1943, when the United States was involved in World War II the country was rocked on the home front. Thousands of Mexicans had migrated…

Where’s My Share of Gasoline and Sugar? Rationing of Goods in US During WWII

Ever wondered what the distribution of food and other scarce resources looked like during the World War II? It was a difficult period for the…

WWII Pilot & Commander Nancy Harkness Love: A Symbol of Pride, Passion, and Perseverance

Women have always proved their strength and abilities in all walks of life, and when it comes to flying airplanes, they haven’t fallen behind their…

Battle of Taranto – A Precursor to Pearl Harbor

Out of all the battles that took place during WWII, there are some that have had a deep impact on both sides. The Battle of…

A Brief History of the Holocaust: Japan and the Jews

You might be thinking that during the Second World War, Europe was the region where there were most Jewish people. A lot of people don’t…

Meet General George Kenney, Master Aviator and American War Hero

Every soldier who puts his life on the line is a true hero. However, some amazing souls go the extra mile and really reach for…

The Supermarine Spitfire: From WWII’s Greatest Battles All the Way to the Silver Screen

All of the greatest man-made inventions have stood the test of time. They remain living testaments to the evolutionary process and creative innovation of some…

Top Facts About The Los Angeles WWII Zoot Suit Racial Attacks

In 1943, when the United States was involved in World War II the country was rocked on the home front. Thousands of Mexicans had migrated…

The Battle of Stalingrad: The Battle that Broke Hitler

It was at the battle of Stalingrad that Hitler met his match, and was dealt a decisive blow, from which he couldn’t recover. The battle was a…

6 Bizarre Weapons From Military History

You might think that you know about all the unique military weapons that have been made to date, but human beings have a penchant for…

The End of the Road: Hitler’s Downfall

It takes some serious soul-searching to make the final decision to end your own life – especially when you’re the leader of the Nazi Regime…

Crazy Weapons From History – From the Nazi Jetcopter to the Scooter-Mounted Cannon

You might think that you know about all the unique military weapons that have been made to date, but human beings have a penchant for…