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The Most Expensive Wars the United States Has Been Involved In

Since its inception in 1776, the United States of America has experienced wartime relations throughout almost its entire lifespan. Some of these wars were short,…

Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden – Fierce General and Master of Early Gunpowder Tactics

We all know that gunpowder weapons exploded onto the scene in the middle ages and changed warfare forever. But how exactly did they change battles…

Marlborough’s March To The Danube And Battle Of Blenheim

Andrew Knighton

The Duke of Marlborough is widely regarded as one of the greatest military commanders in British history. Though he is famed for his battlefield successes,…

Great Feats Of Wartime Engineering

Andrew Knighton

The career of the military engineer may not have the glamor of the fighter pilot or samurai warrior, but throughout the history of warfare, battlefields…

Red Eagle – Andrew Jackson’s Creek Indian Foe and Friend

Andrew Knighton

Red Eagle was one of the most extraordinary figures of resistance to the advancing United States of America. A half-breed trader, he led the Red…

Wars Fought For Stupid Reasons: Stray Dog Sparked War Between Greece and Bulgaria in 1925

Shahan Russell

Wars had started over land, resources, religion, and politics. When people say that “wars have been fought over less,” however, they’re usually right; in 1925,…

Robbery and Murder Under Cover of the London Blitz in World War Two

Ian Harvey

German Air Raids on Britain were a feature of World War II, with bombing raids concentrating on strategic ports, important manufacturing cities and the capital…

The Picture Has Become Iconic, But The Battle In this Fallujah House Was Legendary

Jeff Edwards

Every war has its iconic pictures that will forever resonate in the minds of the public and most certainly of the men who fought it. …

Dreadfully Wounded, this Medal of Honor Recipient Cleared Two Machine-Gun Nests and Saved His Unit

Jeff Edwards

When there is no personal account of the valor it takes to receive a Medal of Honor it is most often because the gallant have…

Military Leaders Whose Commands Got Their Own Men Decimated

Andrew Knighton

Death is, sadly, an essential part of war. Unnecessary death is not, yet it remains a constant. Even the most capable commanders sometimes give orders…

The Bravery Of This Japanese-American Soldier On His First Day Fighting In WW2 Is Astounding

During the Italian Campaign of World War 2, German troops were faced with a sight they had never expected: Japanese-American soldiers. These troops were members…

Famous Faces – Celebrities Who Served Their Countries In Times of War

Holly Godbey

Throughout history, many celebrities have joined the war effort, from actors and musicians to authors and comedians. Here are ten celebrities who you’ll instantly recognize,…