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Military Medals Belonging to World War II Tank Commander Purchased By The Tank Museum

Lt. Col. Stewart Inglis Howard-Jones running in a sports field with other men + Military portrait of Lt. Col. Stewart Inglis Howard-Jones + Lt. Col. Stewart Inglis Howard-Jones' medals

The medal group of a World War II-era tank commander photographed with Winston Churchill has been purchased by the Tank Museum, with support from the…

General Winter: How History’s Greatest Commanders Weaponized the Cold

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A poster of an artistic depiction of Russia's General Winter/Frost

In military history, the environment is rarely neutral. While most generals fear the frost, the greatest strategic minds—from the Russian Tsars to Finnish guerillas—didn’t just…

Black History Month: The WWI Black Soldiers America Needed—but Didn’t Trust

African-American soldiers of the 369th (15th NY) regiment, who won the Croix de Guerre for gallantry in action in WWI; they are (front row), left to right: Pvt Ed 'Eagle Eye' Williams, Pvt Herbert 'Lamp Light' Taylor, Pvt Leon E Fraiter, Pvt Ralph 'Kid Hawk' Hawkins; (back row), left to right: Sgt Henry Davis Primas Sr, Daniel W Storms Jr, Pvt Joe 'Kid Woney' Williams, Pvt Alfred 'Kid Buck' Manley, Corporal Tyler W Taylor

February is Black History Month in the United States, a time to look back at stories that shaped the country, but often left out of…

Ghost Army of World War II: They Fought with Art, Not Guns—and It Worked

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A depiction of a three soldiers from the Ghost Army of WW2.

When people think of World War II, they imagine tanks, rifles, and massive armies clashing across Europe. But one of the most unusual and effective…

Resource Wars Began With Hats: How the Beaver Wars Predicted Modern Global Conflicts

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Cinematic closeup shot of a 17th century British soldier in full costume.

When people talk about resource wars, they usually picture oil, minerals, or technology supply chains. But the idea is far older than modern industry. Long…

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…

The Medal of Honor Hero Who Quietly Made the Super Bowl Possible

A view of Super Bowl LX signage at Pier 39

The Super Bowl is far more than a football game — it’s a cultural institution that brings the United States to a halt each winter.…

The First Guests Have Been Announced for TANKFEST 2026

Nashorn parked in a clearing in the woods

Two German-built tanks will be attending the world’s biggest display of historic moving armour this coming June. Nicknamed the Nashorn “Phoenix” after restoration was delayed…

The Trojan Horse Is in Your Pocket: How Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey Predicts the End of Privacy

A depiction of the trojan horse being built in ancient Greece.

When Christopher Nolan announced his upcoming adaptation of The Odyssey, the film world buzzed with the anticipation of a return to grand myth and legend.…

This WWII Arctic War Aircraft Carrier Plan Sounds Ridiculous—Until You Learn Why

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Airplane carrier made of ice floating in the Arctic waters

It sounds like something dreamed up on a napkin during a long winter night, but it was very real. In the middle of World War…

World of Warships Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary with Naval Museum Atlas Calendar

2026 Naval Museum Atlas wall calendar against a slightly-blurred image of a warship at sea. "World of Warships" is written across the bottom of the image

Earlier this year, World of Warships launched the Naval Museum Atlas, an interactive platform aimed at helping naval history enthusiasts plan trips to maritime museums…

Rudy Reyes Talks FORCE BLUE and the Importance of Maritime Conservation

Portrait of Rudy Reyes

The majority likely know World of Warships for being the action-packed naval arm of Wargaming’s multiplayer game series, but few know it does much outside…