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Pepsi Once Had the 6th Largest Navy in the World

Nikita Krushchev and Richard Nixon drinking Pepsi at the American National Exhibition + Three Russian battleships sailing in the ocean + Pepsi logo

Pepsi is one of the most iconic American brands in the world, and you’re bound to start an argument over whether it or Coca-Cola is…

The Strangest Military Units That Ever Existed – and Why

Members of the 63rd Gurkha Brigades having their Kukri Knives inspected by a superior + Military portrait of Potsdam Giant

Over the course of human history, there have been an innumerable amount of military groups, squadrons and divisions formed for one reason or another. Some…

The MOUNDS Chocolate Bar Helped American Espionage Efforts During World War II

U-boat navigating rough seas + MOUNDS chocolate bar split in half

Chocolate lovers are aware of Hershey’s MOUNDS bar. The coconut-filled, dark chocolate treat is an American staple, and as far as Hershey’s chocolate goes, it’s…

Before He Was a Jazz Legend, Tony Bennett Stormed Europe and Liberated a Concentration Camp

Portrait of Tony Bennett + Tony Bennett leaning against a cement wall, with a young boy looking at him

Tony Bennett was a jazz legend, with a career spanning over half a century. His music transcended generations and made him a household name across…

Lloyd Fredendall: One of the Most Unsuccessful American Generals of World War II

Three American soldiers walking around a military vehicle in the middle of the desert + Military portrait of Lloyd Fredendall

The US military is an institution built on order and service. While the majority who enlist abide by these values, others choose to disregard the…

Wars That Nearly Happened – What Prevented Them From Breaking Out?

Portrait of Otto von Bismarck + Illustration of the Trent Affair, showing the RMS Trent and the USS San Jacinto (1850) at sea

Wars that nearly happened are some of history’s most fascinating moments. To ponder what could have been is both terrifying and intriguing. Often, they’re defined…

Sergeant Stubby: The Most Decorated War Dog of World War I

Sergeant Stubby wearing his chamois coat while standing outside

Animals have been a part of military units throughout history. From ancient times to modern conflicts, they’ve been of use on the battlefield and provided…

How the Biggest Traitors In Military History Betrayed Their Countries

Mildred Gillars holding her chin + Military portrait of Benedict Arnold + Military portrait of Fritz Duquesne

Military traitors are some of the biggest, most despised figures in history, but they’re also some of the most fascinating. It’s mind-boggling to consider how…

History’s Strangest Tanks – Including the Kugelpanzer!

Men standing with the Boirault Machine outside + Kugelpanzer on display

Since the development of the world’s first tank, Little Wille, in 1916, engineers have continuously strived to make these armored vehicles bigger, better, faster and…

16th-Century Rocket Cats: Brilliant Warfare Tactic or Terrible Idea?

Illustration of a pigeon and a cat with incendiaries attached to their backs

The Medieval era is known for its unique takes on just about everything. From strange hygiene habits to medical practices, it was certainly a different…

Gremlins Were A Pilot’s Worst Enemy During World War II

Hawker Hurricane in flight + Illustration of a gremlin aiming a slingshot

A good portion of the fighting that occurred between the Axis and Allied powers during World War II took place in the sky, and pilots…

The ‘Forgotten’ Roosevelt Who Served in Both World Wars and Founded the American Legion

Theodore Roosevelt, Jr. standing in a doorway in military attire

The Roosevelts are one of America’s most successful political families. However, while Theodore, Sr. and Franklin D. Roosevelt have been extensively studied, there’s one member…