The Man Who Bought – And Wore – A Medal of Honor He Did Not Earn
Military stories vary widely: some are the moments that make history, secure victories or result in resounding losses. Others are merely moments of day to…
Last Seen Punching With One Hand And His Trench Knife In The Other – They Found His Body Surrounded By 40 Dead Koreans
Often in war it is difficult to the measure the impact of one man, but when that man is making his last stand on Heartbreak…
Fearsome, Unstoppable US Soldier Awarded Medal Of Honor AND Distinguished Service Cross For Korean War Service
It has often been said that you can’t keep a good man down. In the case of Benjamin F. Wilson, the medical personnel trying to…
Marine Who Held Machine Gun Alone Was Found Next Morning With Over 200 Dead Enemies Around Him
The history of war is comprised of many occupational specialties necessary for military victory. Within the culture of Military Service, one would often find rivalries…
John Glenn, Inspirational Astronaut And Senator Who Flew Combat Missions In Korea And World War Two
John Glenn, born July 18, 1921, was the oldest living former U.S. senator until his death on December 8. Before his 25-year career in the…
This Young US Soldier Died Serving His Country During The Korean War – Now His Remains Have Returned Home
The remains of a U.S. serviceman, Army Cpl. Wayne Minard, of Furley, Kansas, have been identified and will be returned to his family for burial…
Thanksgiving On The Front Lines – World War Two And Korea – Photos And Video
War doesn’t care what day it is, what month, or if that day is important to you. War doesn’t care about anything at all. And…
This 86 Year Old American Veteran Served WWII, The Korean War, And Vietnam – He Lives On
Some World War II veterans finished their military careers with that war. Jim Phelps was just getting started. Phelps, now 86, signed up to fight…
The Idea Of The ‘Panic Button’ Originated With American Pilots In The Korean War
William M. Guinther was a 23-year-old Air Force Lieutenant who, on March 12, 1950, found himself in a predicament. Shortly after taking off from Otis…
Holding The High Ground – The Incredible Self-Sacrifice Of “The Demons Of IB Ridge”
War History Online Presents this Guest Blog By Frank Jastrzembski who writes at www.frankjastrzembski.com On April 30, 1863, the last few remaining members of a French Foreign…
Liam Neeson As Douglas MacArthur In Epic Korean War Film ‘Operation Chromite’ (Trailer)
“This is the riskiest military operation that I’ve ever encountered! Why the fixation on Inchon?” Actor Liam Neeson plays US General Douglas MacArthur in the…
Powerful New Documentary Examines The Battle of Chosin Reservoir In The Korean War
The new PBS documentary The Battle of Chosin Reservoir is a powerful examination of an event that almost destroyed the 1st Marine Division and caused…