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    Rosemary Giles

    Rosemary Giles is a history content writer with Hive Media. She received both her bachelor of arts degree in history, and her master of arts degree in history from Western University. Her research focused on military, environmental, and Canadian history with a specific focus on the Second World War. As a student, she worked in a variety of research positions, including as an archivist. She also worked as a teaching assistant in the History Department.

    Since completing her degrees, she has decided to take a step back from academia to focus her career on writing and sharing history in a more accessible way. With a passion for historical learning and historical education, her writing interests include social history, and war history, especially researching obscure facts about the Second World War. In her spare time, Rosemary enjoys spending time with her partner, her cats, and her horse, or sitting down to read a good book.

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    Articles by Rosemary Giles:

    Adrian Cronauer: The Charismatic Inspiration for ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’

    Robin Williams as Adrian Cronauer in 'Good Morning, Vietnam' + Adrian Cronauer wearing a suit, with his military medals on his chest

    Of all the films made about the Vietnam War, none are quite like 1987’s Good Morning, Vietnam. It follows Adrian Cronauer, a radio disc jockey…

    The MI5 Used Falcons to Catch German Carrier Pigeons

    Ursula, a peregrine falcon, swooping down to attack a carrier pigeon + Two soldiers releasing a carrier pigeon into the air

    The use of pigeons on the battlefield is often associated with the First World War. Homing pigeons, in particular, were used the most, with the…

    Frogmen: Before Navy SEALs, Underwater Demolition Teams Were Making a Splash on the Battlefield

    Three Frogmen walking in front of a stopped truck

    The Navy SEALs are among the most highly-regarded Special Operations forces in the United States, only made more illusive by stories of their various units,…

    Road Workers Were Amazed By An Unexpected World War II-Era Discovery In Chartres

    Crew using a mechanical digger to lift a mud-covered M5 Stuart from the ground

    During the six years that made up the Second World War, the Allied and Axis nations deployed an astonishing number of troops and armaments across…

    Teresio Martinoli: The Italian Ace Who Flew for Both Sides During WWII

    Two Fiat CR.42 Falcos in flight + Teresio Martinoli standing near an aircraft in his pilot's jacket

    For those who won the war, their flying aces go down in history for their brave actions and heroic deeds. Even those who didn’t win…

    Wes Studi Served in Vietnam Before Becoming an Actor and Veterans Advocate

    Wes Studi as Magua in 'The Last of the Mohicans'

    Wes Studi is best known for his roles in such award winning films as Dances with Wolves (1990), The Last of the Mohicans (1992), Geronimo: An…

    Mike Vining: The Incredible Career of the Delta Force Operator Behind the Famed Military Meme

    Three Sikorsky RH-53 Sea Stallions parked on the deck of an aircraft carrier + Mike Vining sitting with his arms resting on his knees

    Circulating around the internet is a meme featuring a soldier wearing glasses and his military uniform. He’s adorned with a number of different ribbons and…

    GIGN: The Elite French Force Charged with Counter-Terrorism and Hostage Rescue

    Four GIGN members in full tactical gear

    The Groupe d intervention de la Gendarmerie nationale (GIGN) – National Gendarmerie Intervention Group in English – is an elite French tactical unit that was…

    American Fighter Pilot Clarence ‘Bud’ Anderson Was a World War II Triple Ace

    Military portrait of Clarence "Bud" Anderson + Clarence "Bud" Anderson standing with his arms crossed in front of him

    It was late in the Second World War – 1944, to be exact – when Clarence “Bud” Anderson shot down his first enemy aircraft near…

    Special Forces Veteran Ryan Hendrickson Is Clearing Land Mines for Ukrainian Farmers

    Three men in camouflage clearing land mines from a field

    Since the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, land mines have been laid by Russians soldiers, leading to a high number of civilian casualties. They’ve…

    Bruce Carr Was Shot Down Behind Enemy Lines and Flew Back In a Stolen Aircraft

    Bruce Carr standing in front of his North American P-51D Mustang "Angels' Playmate"

    There were many astounding feats accomplished by flying aces throughout the course of the Second World War. Earning the title of “flying ace” is itself…

    Richard Marcinko: The Controversial Navy SEAL Legend

    Members of US Navy SEAL Team One onboard an Assault Boat + Richard Marcinko wearing a tank top and sunglasses

    Richard “Demo Dick” Marcinko had an average upbringing. Born into a family of Croatian and Slovakian immigrants living in Lansford, Pennsylvania, he was only 17…