27 Years after its disappearance, a prototype for a T28 Super Heavy Tank was discovered abandoned in a field, covered in weeds
The introduction of tanks during World War I transformed modern warfare, changing how armies approached movement, firepower, and defense on the battlefield. By the time of…
American soldiers in Vietnam turned to an unlikely place to get suitable weapons when their M16 rifles jammed: the black market
When the M16 rifle was introduced during the Vietnam War, it was promoted as a major advancement for U.S. forces—lighter than previous service rifles, highly…
The Tank Museum Releases New ‘Guide To’ Book About the Leopard 1
The Tank Museum has announced the latest book in its Guide To series, The Tank Museum Guide to Leopard 1, and purchasers have a chance…
The complicated reasons why Japan attacked Pearl Harbor and drew the United States into WWII
The attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, became a defining moment in modern history and brought the United States into World War II.…
Do you know the differences between a military prison and a federally-run correctional facility?
In 2019, correctional institutions across the United States—including federal, state, and military systems—held approximately 1.38 million people in custody. Over the past century, the purpose…
Nicknamed ‘Old Blood and Guts’, General George S. Patton became famous during WWII for his bold leadership style and strong tactical skills
George S. Patton is one of the most well-known figures in American military history. Nicknamed “Old Blood and Guts,” he became known for his bold…
What does the ‘D’ in ‘D-Day’ mean? (Plus other facts about the historic invasion of Normandy)
On D-Day, June 6, 1944, World War II reached a major turning point as Allied forces launched a carefully planned invasion of Nazi-occupied France. Soldiers…
USS Wisconsin (BB-64): The Iowa-class battleship that lost her temper during the Korean War
USS Wisconsin (BB-64), an Iowa-class battleship, served as a powerful symbol of American naval strength for more than fifty years. She saw combat in World…
Bizarre battle techniques from the medieval ages that included ‘rocket cats’ and crawling through the toilet system
Throughout history, warfare has often been shaped by the constant struggle between defense and attack. In modern combat, fixed fortifications provide much less protection than…
John Wayne made life miserable for producer Darryl Zanuck on the set of ‘The Longest Day’
Widely considered one of the landmark war films of the 1960s, The Longest Day earned acclaim for its large-scale battle scenes and star-studded cast. Away…
Two vessels were transformed into Doomsday Ships during the Cold War to ensure a “continuity of operations’ in the event of nuclear war
At the height of Cold War tensions during the 1960s, American officials worried that a surprise nuclear attack could decimate national leadership and severely disrupt…
Disproven myths about the American Civil War that many still believe in this day and age
The American Civil War remains one of the most pivotal events in American history, yet many misconceptions continue to shape how the conflict is remembered…