Ukraine is Flying Hind Helicopters Donated By the Czech Republic In its Fight with Russia
During the Cold War, the Soviet Union and the United States were in a constant fight to one-up each other when it came to weapons…
The Prototype for the T28 Super Heavy Tank was Lost for Decades – In a Field!
Tanks were incredibly important during World War I and became even more so during the Second World War. During the latter, the United States realized…
British Troops Were Ordered to Break Out Their Fixed Bayonets During the Iraq War
Most weapons, no matter how successful they are, have a shelf life. As such, countries are constantly pushing to come up with the latest and…
MoH Recipient Gregory ‘Pappy’ Boyington was Among the Most Famous Pilots of WWII
During World War II, ace fighter pilots became household names, and few were more famous than Gregory “Pappy” Boyington. The star swimmer and wrestler joined…
The Inspiration for Charles ‘Chappy’ Sinclair from ‘Iron Eagle’ Was An Air Force Legend
Top Gun: Maverick was released in 2022 to rave reviews and popularity, largely due to how fondly people remembered the first film. In 1986, another…
US Army Rangers Engaged a Local Gang in a Fierce Gunfight on the Streets of Tacoma
In the 1980s, drugs ran rampant on American streets and there was an uptick in gang violence. While there are still major issues with drug…
Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt’s Famed Revolver Was Stolen and Returned – Twice!
There has never been a US President quite like Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt, and there’s unlikely to be another ever again. Born frail and weak, Roosevelt…
MoH Recipient Hershel “Woody” Williams Destroyed Enemy Pillboxes During the Battle of Iwo Jima
Over the course of the Second World War, 473 military members received the Medal of Honor. They’ve all since passed away, with the last remaining…
Elvis Presley’s Fundraising Efforts Helped Erect the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor
In the 1950s, any American of a certain age could be drafted into the US military. Famous athletes and actors regularly served, as did musicians…
Operation Wikinger: The Kriegsmarine’s Disastrous Mission in the North Sea
The Luftwaffe was the main arm and, arguably, the most dangerous aspect of the German military. Another branch intended to be just as strong was…
These Are the Most Heartbreaking Deaths to Ever Occur in Military Movies
Military and war films have long been some of the most popular forms of cinema. Unfortunately, war is hell, and that means there are often…
Bob Roop was a Special Forces Medic Prior to Becoming a World-Famous Wrestler
Professional wrestlers come from all kinds of backgrounds. Few, however, have the backstory of Bob Roop. The Michigan native wrestled in high school, but went…