Renowned for its cutting-edge stealth technology, an internet user was surprised to discover a live satellite image of the aircraft on Google Maps
The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit is renowned for its cutting-edge stealth technology, featuring a distinctive flying-wing design and radar-absorbing materials that make it nearly undetectable…
Chris Kyle, the celebrated military sniper who wrote the autobiography ‘American Sniper’, was tragically murdered by another veteran suffering from PTSD
Chris Kyle became a household name as one of the most skilled and lethal snipers in U.S. military history. Across four tours in Iraq, his…
The M79 grenade launcher was an effective weapon during the Vietnam War, but reloading it made soldiers vulnerable during combat
Dubbed the “Thumper-Gun,” “Bloop Tube,” and, by Australian troops, the “Wombat Gun,” the M79 grenade launcher earned its place on the battlefield with its distinctive…
Remembering the legacy of Chesty Puller, the most decorated Marine in American history, on Veterans’ Day
Chesty Puller’s name is inseparable from the proud history of the United States Marine Corps. The most decorated Marine in American history, he served with…
To this day, no one has been able to determine the purpose of the ‘Kugelpanzer’, a German WWII-era military vehicle
Throughout the Second World War, Germany engineered a wide range of combat vehicles, most of which are well-documented, giving historians a clear picture of their…
Dangerous accidents happened as America tested nuclear weapons during the Cold War, including dropping a bomb on a family’s home in Mars Bluff
Beginning in the late 1940s and continuing throughout the Cold War, the United States and the Soviet Union engaged in a fierce arms race. Both…
Facts and details about D-Day even the biggest history buffs might not know
On June 6, 1944, World War II reached a decisive moment as Allied forces commenced their long-anticipated invasion of Nazi-occupied France. Soldiers from the United…
An in-depth look at daily lives of those serving on military submarines, far beneath the ocean’s surface
Submarines rank among the most fascinating and complex achievements of modern technology, built to vanish into the depths for weeks or even months at a…
Battles from history that would make spectacular movies on the big screen
From the dawn of cinema, moviegoers have been enthralled by tales of courage and conflict. While Hollywood has immortalized many of history’s most famous battles,…
The Ni‘ihau Incident: A Japanese pilot involved in Pearl Harbor triggered a violent confrontation in a small island community after crash landing
While December 7, 1941, is etched in history for the devastating attack on Pearl Harbor, that same day also gave rise to a lesser-known event…
Tips and tricks from military life that everyone can use in their daily routines
Life is full of challenges, but soldiers have spent generations developing clever ways to adapt, overcome, and stay focused under pressure. While War History Online…
World War I Tank Gunner’s Story Discovered in Moving Letter
A letter recently donated to The Tank Museum, poignantly arriving the week before Remembrance Sunday, offers a glimpse into the bravery and resilience of tank…