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    World War 2 | War History

    Discovering an Intact Luftwaffe FW190 In A Forest Clearing Outside St Petersburg (Watch)

    Joris Nieuwint

    Imagine going for a walk in the woods and coming across a World War II German war plane! Well, just such a plane was discovered…

    Sonderkommando – Misunderstood Slaves of the SS

    Ian Harvey

    One of the most misunderstood of all the Holocaust victims were the Sonderkommando or ‘special squad’. These were the men selected from the incoming prisoners…

    The M1903 Springfield and the M1 Garand Compete for the Title Of Best US WWII Sniper Rifle (Watch)

    Joris Nieuwint

    In this video Paul Shull, host of ‘The Weapon Hunter’ asks the question – which sniper rifle used in World War 2 is better? Is…

    New Book Tells How Hitler Was Crazed on Over 70 Different Mind-Bending Drugs By the End of WWII

    Ian Harvey

    Norman Ohler, an award-winning German author, has a new book to be released on October 6 called “Blitzed: Drugs in Nazi Germany” According to Ohler,…

    Proposal to Award OSS Medal to WWII Veterans Has Stalled in Congress

    Ian Harvey

    Congress has stalled in its attempt to honor some special World War II veterans. Legislation has been proposed to award the Congressional Gold Medal to…

    Watch The Top 10 Funniest Scenes from War Movies

    Damian Lucjan

    Ladies and Gentlemen, we proudly present to you a list of 11 funny scenes from War Movies! As we all know, war is brutal, sad,…

    Restored WW2 German Fighter Planes On Display – ME 262 & FW 190 In Flight (Watch)

    Joris Nieuwint

    Here you will see two restored planes, the Me262 and FW 190, take part in an amazing air display at the 2013 Canadian Wartime Heritage…

    All There Is To Know About The Best Tank Of WWII: The Panther (Watch)

    Joris Nieuwint

    The Panther tank wasn’t a heavily-armored tank or massively armed like other tanks out there (such as the Tiger), but it was considered superior as…

    10 Facts: Five Star American World War Two General Douglas MacArthur

    Ivano Massari

    Douglas MacArthur, born on 26 January 1880 was an American five-star general and Field Marshal of the Philippine Army. He was Chief of Staff of…

    A Brief History of the Holocaust: Japan and the Jews

    David Herold

    You might be thinking that during the Second World War, Europe was the region where there were most Jewish people. A lot of people don’t…

    Gestapo Torture Chamber Under Eiffel Tower! Shocking Video

    Joris Nieuwint

    The Geheime Staatspolizei, known by its more infamous abbreviated name The Gestapo, was the official Secret State Police sanctioned and used by Nazi Germany throughout…

    Admiral Kimmel: The Scapegoat of Pearl Harbor – The Man Who Opened the Door for the Japanese Attack

    Jeff Edwards

    There have been few American military disasters that could ever rival what took place on December 7, 1941. The United States would see over 2400…

    War History Online | World War 2

    Welcome to War History Online’s World War II category, where we delve into the monumental conflict that shaped the course of the 20th century. Here, we explore the causes, major battles, and enduring legacy of the Second World War, shedding light on the global scale of destruction, the heroic acts of individuals, and the profound social and political changes it brought about.


    Within this category, we provide a comprehensive exploration of World War II, from its origins in the aftermath of World War I to its dramatic conclusion and the subsequent post-war landscape. Discover the strategies and tactics employed by military forces, the technological advancements that revolutionized warfare, and the remarkable stories of resistance, resilience, and heroism exhibited by soldiers and civilians alike.


    Our articles go beyond the surface to delve into the untold stories, lesser-known campaigns, and pivotal moments that shaped the war. Explore the war on multiple fronts, from the European theater to the Pacific, and gain insights into the geopolitical dynamics, diplomatic challenges, and shifting alliances that defined the conflict. Understand the human cost of the war, the atrocities committed, and the profound impact on societies and individuals.


    Through our content, navigate the trenches and battlefields of World War II, unravel the complex web of events, and pay tribute to the brave men and women who fought for freedom and peace. War History Online’s World War II category offers a comprehensive exploration of this pivotal chapter in history, providing a platform to honor the sacrifices made, learn from the past, and ensure that the lessons of the war are never forgotten.