The 1st Duke of Marlborough: Maybe The Biggest Ego In Military History
The Duke of Marlborough has a reputation as one of the greatest commanders in British and even world history. A son of minor gentry he…
José Arturo Castellanos Contreras: The Latino Schindler
During WWII, many did what they could to save Jews – including the Latino Schindler. José Arturo Castellanos Contreras was born on December 23, 1893,…
Three Suicidal Military Maneuvers That Were Actually Successful
War History online proudly presents this Guest Piece from Samuel B. Parker. Desperate times call for desperate measures. But just how desperate can measures be…
20 Magnificent Photos Colorized By An Exceptional Artist – Jecinci
About Jecinci Jecinci is 34 years old, architect & 3D Artist from Romania, with a passion for colorizing black & white photos. And he is…
Historic Paratrooper Landings Of Military History
The title “paratroopers” remains a prestigious one, representing those soldiers brave and skilled enough to take part in airborne landings against enemy positions. Changes in…
As The US Navy Does Away With Enlisted Rates, We Look At Their History
The weight of the United States Military has always rested soundly on the back of its non-commissioned officers. In the Navy, these men and women…
The War Could Not Have Been Won Without This Wonderfully Simple Piece Of Design – The Humble Bailey Bridge
Picture an Allied tank commander in Europe, during Autumn, 1944. Advancing for days, destroying the German resistance. Nothing has been able to stop the invasion;…
The Duke Of Marlborough Was A Very Successful General – He Was Adaptable, Courageous, And He Took Care Of His Men
John Churchill, the First Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722) is perhaps the greatest commander in British military history. Leading British troops on the continent in the…
He Started As An Artillery Officer And Became An Emperor – The Spectacular Rise Of Napoleon
Napoleon Bonaparte began life as the son of relatively minor Corsican nobility. Through talent, perseverance, and charisma, he forged a path that took him to…
Nine Game-Changing Stages In The Development Of Armor – From Ancient Times To Modern Warfare
Early Armor Throughout history, soldiers have sought new ways to protect their bodies from the weapons of war. As armament technology was developed, so to…
The Bayonet Has Been A Part Of Warfare For Over 400 Years – Here Are 8 Essential Stages In Its History
The bayonet, capable of turning a gun into a stabbing weapon, has been a feature of warfare since the 17th century. It has gone through…
Why the US Coast Guard Goes To (Mock) War With American Citizens Every Year
The United States Coast Guard is, as the name implies, tasked with protecting and guarding Americans. Every year, however, this small branch of the military…