The Most Iconic Last Words in Military History: General John Sedgwick
General John Sedgwick was a United States military general in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Known as a dependable and brave man,…
Four US Presidents Who Were Battle-Hardened Generals
Considering the President of the United States is the Commander-in-Chief, it’s surprising military experience is not a requirement for the job. Despite this, many former…
The Japanese Knee Mortar That Terrified Enemies
During the United States’ war against the Japanese, they often enjoyed a technical advantage in terms of equipment and weapons. US flamethrowers, semi-automatic rifles, shotguns,…
How the Russians Made the Kremlin “Disappear” During WWII
During the Soviet Union’s clash with Germany during WWII, many of their cities were reduced to rubble. Historically and culturally significant buildings and artifacts were…
The US And Britain Thought This Paint Could Protect Against a Nuclear Blast
When it comes to surviving a nuclear blast, paint is probably the last type of defense you’d consider. However, with the advent of nuclear weapons…
Zimmerit: The Unique Coating Along the Outside of German WWII Armored Vehicles
When looking at German tanks from WWII, you may have noticed a strange texture covering most surfaces of their armor. Although this looks like some…
Lethal Weapons: 5 of the Most Effective Man-Killing Tools in History
Weapons are simply an extension of the capabilities of the human body. In practice, though, they have been extremely expensive and complex, with quite literally…
Little-Known Facts About the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, at Arlington National Cemetery, is one of the most symbolic and hollowed sites in the United States. It represents…
There’s Only One German Dornier Do 335 Aircraft Left In The World
The Dornier Do 335 is one of Germany’s most weird and wonderful late WWII aircraft. Its unique push-pull engine configuration made the Do 335 extremely…
US Marines Took Hawaii in an Illegal Coup
When talking about the US Marine Corps capturing islands, many would think of the island-hopping campaign that took the Corps across the Pacific in WWII.…
Video Footage Shows Extent of Damage Caused by Fighting in WW1
We have all seen photos of the devastating damage left in the wake of the First World War. Cities that were reduced to rubble, large…
The Military is the Reason Why the Amish Have Their Distinctive Beards
The Amish are a group of traditionalist Christian church fellowships known for their relatively “old-fashioned” way of life. As part of living out what they…