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The Forgotten American Hero: How a Nebraskan Teacher Became the “Lafayette of Iran” Before a Sniper’s Bullet

Howard Baskerville (1885-1909)

With Iran back in the news over Hormuz diplomacy and Geneva talks, an older U.S.–Iran story feels strangely alive: a 24-year-old teacher who chose a…

The U.S. Navy Just Amassed an Unprecedented Fleet off Iran—Here’s What Happened The Last Time They Clashed

Iranian military personnel take part in an exercise titled 'Smart Control of the Strait of Hormuz', launched by the Naval Forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, is being carried out in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz on February 16, 2026.

Iran’s February 2026 Hormuz drills revived an old lesson: one mine can flip a standoff into the biggest U.S. surface action since WWII. In February…

From WWII Air Raid Shelters to Billionaire Bunkers: A War-Tested Idea Returns

Blast-proof Bomb Shelter in London

In recent years, headlines about tech billionaires quietly building underground bunkers have become almost routine. From New Zealand bolt-holes to luxury shelters hidden beneath American…

Russian Recruits Have a Life Expectancy of Just One Month After Enlisting to Serve in Ukraine

Russian soldiers walking in unison

With the Russo-Ukrainian War having entered its 33rd month, conditions of each side of the frontline have continued to worsen. Both Russia and Ukraine are…

One of the Gulf War’s Most Controversial Attacks Occurred Along the ‘Highway of Death’

British armored fighting vehicles (AFVs) driving along Highway 80, also known as the Highway of Death

The Gulf War was a 20th-century conflict that saw a Coalition force, headed by the United States, fight the Iraqi military following a devastating invasion…

Ukraine Strikes Landing Ship Stolen By Russia During 2014 Annexation of Crimea

Konstantin Olshansky at sea

Ukraine is celebrating a minor victory after the country’s military struck several Russian Navy vessels in a recent attack. Among the ships to suffer damage…

Gary Gordon and Randall Shughart’s Heroic Efforts During the Battle of Mogadishu

Still from 'Black Hawk Down' + Randall Shughart and Gary Gordon dressed in US Army fatigues + Two Medals of Honor

There are few military service members who have received the Medal of Honor and had their actions portrayed in a Hollywood movie. Two are Master…