The 5 Deadliest Aircraft Carrier Fighters of All Time
The Italo-Turkish War in 1911-12 was the first to feature aerial bombardments. World War I, which began a few years later, also featured a fair…
The 7 Most Produced Modern Firearms in the World
In the 9th Century, gunpowder was first invented in China. Since then, firearms have been a part of warfare. And the technology of these weapons…
Guy Gabaldon Became the ‘Pied Piper of Saipan’ And His Life Was Turned Into A Movie
There are several revered heroes from World War II who took the fight to the Axis powers. Jimmy Doolittle led the first raid against Japan…
The Sherwood Rangers’ Road to Victory: From Horseback To Tanks In A Single War
While most soldiers in war are either career military or are forced into service via conscription, some come from volunteer militias. That was the case…
The Most Feared Warriors In Military History
Wars have been fought for various reasons over history, with individuals from all walks of life fighting for their own causes. Some fighters have been…
The 5 Most Unusual Military Units in History
On the battlefield, any sort of edge can determine who wins and loses. Over time, countries and their militaries have attempted to throw off opponents…
The Interesting History of Wartime Counterfeiting
There has never been a time in history when war wasn’t costly. Of course, it’s costly in terms of death and destruction, but it’s also…
Rose O’Neal: The Confederate Spy Who Drowned Because Of Her Dress And A Pile Of Gold
While the Civil War was fought between the North and South, a person’s geographic location did not necessarily determine the side one took. Rose O’Neal…
Here’s How Sunglasses Evolved To Support The Military
Come spring and summer, people all over the world buy the latest sunglasses. They don’t only shield people’s eyes from bright rays; they make a…
The Seven US Presidents Who Served During WWII
Future US Presidents have fought in nearly every conflict in the country’s history, but WWII was different. Seven were members of the military during the…
The Type B Bus ‘Pigeon Loft’ Was A Strange Sight on the Western Front
Over time, there have been some odd vehicles seen on battlefields, but few were as eye-catching as the Type B Bus “Pigeon Loft.” The Allied…
Facts About the Guadalcanal Campaign That Show It Was a Pivotal Point In the Pacific Theater
The battles of Iwo Jima and Midway are well remembered as two of the most important engagements in the Pacific Theater of the Second World…