Chemical Research and Spy Satellites: Secret Military Bases You’ve Never Heard Of
Villains lairs are a staple in the James Bond universe. Whether located deep within a mountain, on a secluded island or inside an oddly-shaped building, they…
Secret Service Snipers and Their History of Protecting the US President
First established by US President Abraham Lincoln in 1865, the Secret Service has protected American political leaders and their families for over 150 years. Within…
Robert Duvall Served in the US Army Before Becoming An Oscar-Winning Actor
Academy Award-winning actor Robert Duvall has starred in everything from Western movies to The Godfather franchise. He was even the voice behind Apocalypse Now‘s (1979)…
Mike Day: The US Navy SEAL Who Survived 27 Bullet Wounds Against All Odds
Detailing his service overseas in the book, Perfectly Wounded: A Memoir About What Happened After a Miracle, US Navy SEAL Senior Chief Petty Officer Mike…
The Axe Murders of Two US Army Officers Almost Sparked a Second Korean War
On August 18, 1976, two officers with the US Army were killed while conducting work within the Joint Security Area (JSA) of the Korean Demilitarized…
Ronald J Shurer: The US Army Medic Who Braved Enemy Fire to Rescue His Fellow Green Berets
Many brave men and women risked their lives for their country during the War In Afghanistan. Staff Sgt. Ronald J Shurer II was one of…
Edgar Allan Poe: From West Point Cadet to One of America’s Most Prolific Poets
Edgar Allan Poe is one of the most prolific American poets of all time. His dark, macabre stories and gothic poetry have defined his legacy,…
Famous Navy SEALs: Who Are the Most Famous Navy Seals in History?
US Navy SEALs are among the finest Special Operations forces in the United States. Their training is extensive and gruelling, to ensure they’re some of…
‘Saving Private Ryan’ Facts Every Movie Fan Should Know
The 1998 epic film Saving Private Ryan is one of the greatest, most accurate film representations of the Second World War. Directed by Steven Spielberg,…
‘The Longest Day’ Is Among the Most Accurate D-Day Films Ever Released
A number of movies centered around the D-Day landings have been released over the decades, but few have presented the story as accurately as The…
New Jersey Guardsmen Engaged Somali Militants In the Biggest Battle Since That of ‘Black Hawk Down’
In September 2019, members of the New Jersey Army National Guard’s 102nd Cavalry Regiment took on a group of al-Shabaab militants who launched an attack…
Anthony Hopkins to Star in Television Adaptation of ‘Those About To Die’
Two-time Academy Award winner Anthony Hopkins has joined the cast of Peacock’s upcoming period series, Those About To Die. Directed by Roland Emmerich (Independence Day,…