Shiro Ishii and the Dark Legacy of Japan’s Unit 731
Japanese physician Shiro Ishii presided over a series of abhorrent medical experiments that stand as some of the most egregious atrocities in modern history. Ranging…
The Dear John Letter Was a Symbol of Heartbreak Amid the Terrors of War
When its comes to wartime communications, few carry the weight of the infamous Dear John letter. Originating during World War II, these correspondences have become…
Upcoming ‘Armour & Embarkation’ Event to Mark 80th Anniversary of D-Day Landings
A recreation of the movements of the American and British forces is scheduled to take place in the county of Dorset in Southern England to…
Memorial Erected In Honor of American Troops Who Died In D-Day Rehearsal Exercise
Nearly 80 years after the disastrous rehearsal for the D-Day landings, a memorial has been erected in honor of the 110 American servicemen who perished…
Last Surviving Crew Member of the USS Arizona (BB-39) Dead At 102
The last survivor of the sinking of the USS Arizona (BB-39) on December 7, 1941, has died. Lou Conter, 102, was a US Navy sailor…
‘Female Schindler’ Diana Budisavljević Saved 7,700 Children During World War II
Throughout the Second World War, several individuals risked their lives to save those being persecuted by the German regime. The most notable names are Oskar…
Ukraine Strikes Landing Ship Stolen By Russia During 2014 Annexation of Crimea
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…