Walter Holden Accidentally Took Off In a Fighter Jet – Despite Not Knowing How to Fly It
Not everyone who serves with the Royal Air Force (RAF) is a pilot, as it’s equally important for crewmen to maintain the aircraft. This, however,…
American Liberator Welcomed with Kisses from Elderly French Couple
During the Second World War, the US involvement in the liberation of France stands as a remarkable chapter in history, serving as a turning point…
How An American GI Grieving During the Korean War Became Known Worldwide
Above is a photo of a grieving American GI whose friend was killed in action (KIA) while fighting the Korean War. He was a radio…
Clergyman Prays for Fallen GIs During the Battle of Ie-Shima
The Battle of Ie-Shima from April 16-21, 1945 was a crucial engagement in the Pacific Theater during the latter stages of World War II. Fought…
The Tragically Short Career of NASA Test Pilot Joe Walker
Joe Walker is a name that resonates with the pioneering spirit of aerospace exploration. He was a celebrated NASA test pilot whose contributions to spaceflight…
Germany Used Circus Elephants to Clean Up Following the Allied Bombings of Hamburg
The image above features Mary from Burma and Kieri from Ceylon, elephants who were brought to the Hamburg Zoo to train for the circus. At…
Ray Stevenson, Star of ‘Rome’ and ‘Punisher: War Zone,’ Dead at 58
Ray Stevenson has passed away at the age of 58. The Northern Irish actor, known for starring in HBO/BBC’s Rome (2005-07), Punisher: War Zone (2008),…