For his bravery in Vietnam, John Levitow was given the Medal of Honor and had an award created in his name for new Air Force graduates
John Levitow’s story proves that heroism isn’t defined by rank or title, but by courage and selflessness in the face of danger. Growing up with…
The wreckage of the HMS Poseidon (P99) remained on the ocean floor for decades, until a secret Chinese operation raised the vessel
In 1931, the British Royal Navy suffered a devastating blow with the sinking of HMS Poseidon (P99), a long-range submarine that had only been in…
What life is like for military personnel living on a submarine, one of the most secluded environments in the armed forces
Submarines are some of the most mysterious and captivating machines ever built, capable of disappearing beneath the waves and staying hidden for weeks or even…
Congressman Andrew May caused the loss of 10 submarines and 800 sailors during WWII by revealing strategic information in a press conference
During the Second World War, Congressman Andrew May committed a major error that severely impacted the U.S. Navy. Following a visit to the Pacific front,…
The Sprint Missile, designed to defend against Soviet Warheads, could accelerate to Mach 10 in seconds
The U.S. military developed the Sprint anti-ballistic missile (ABM) as part of an ambitious effort to defend against incoming Soviet warheads. Designed to intercept re-entry…
The American battleship USS Wisconsin (BB-64) famously responded to a North Korean attack by “losing her temper”
The USS Wisconsin (BB-64), an Iowa-class battleship, stood as a symbol of American naval strength through much of the 20th century, serving in three major…
Members of the 101st Airborne Division were on their way home for Christmas when their plane crashed, killing all on board
On December 12, 1985, tragedy struck the 101st Airborne Division when Arrow Air Flight 1285 crashed just after takeoff from Gander International Airport in Newfoundland.…
The Battle of Kasham was a rare moment in post-Cold War history involving a deadly clash between American and Russian forces
At the start of Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR), U.S. coalition forces found themselves in a fierce confrontation near the town of Khasham in eastern Syria.…
American and Iraqi tank units went head-to-head in the Battle of Medina Ridge, one of the largest tank battles in American military history
Just one day after the intense confrontation at 73 Easting—widely regarded as the last great tank battle of the 20th century—the U.S. 1st Armored Division…
Six terrifying things soldiers encountered in the unforgiving Vietnam jungle (besides the enemy)
The unforgiving terrain of Vietnam played a major role in shaping how the conflict unfolded. American troops weren’t just fighting enemy combatants—they were also struggling…
The disappearance of Flight 19 and other unsolved mysteries from the Second World War
Written by Jesse Beckett and Clare Fitzgerald Human curiosity thrives on the unknown—and World War II offers no shortage of enigmas. With its vast scope…
The USS Texas (BB-35) played a crucial role on D-Day, edging close to enemy territory to offer more firing support
The USS Texas (BB-35) was a powerhouse in the U.S. Navy, seeing action in both World War I and World War II. Renowned for its heavy…