Mary Edwards Walker was the Army’s first female surgeon and during her service, was captured and held by the Confederate Army for four months
In the United States today, women make up roughly one-third of all physicians and comprise about 14 percent of active-duty military personnel. This marks a…
Was Fred Rogers a military sniper or Navy SEAL? Debunking the myths about his military service
Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood (1968–2001) earned a special place in the hearts of children and families across North America, praised for addressing difficult topics like death,…
About 200 enemy casualties were reported from the first deadly clash between the U.S. and Russia since the Cold War
At the outset of Operation Inherent Resolve, coalition forces faced an unexpected and intense battle near the Syrian town of Khasham. A large attacking contingent—comprised…
The Tank Museum Shines a Light on Women at War
Renowned author Dr. Vivien “Viv” Newman will be speaking at The Tank Museum on October 29, 2025, as part of a half-term program celebrating women…
Even Leonard Matlovich’s decorated military record couldn’t protect him from the U.S. military’s homophobic policies
After returning from his tour in Vietnam, U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Leonard Matlovich found himself waging a different kind of battle—one not on foreign…
Lance Corporal: Essential facts to know about this respected rank in the Marine Corps
Achieving the rank of lance corporal in the Marine Corps is not an automatic reward for completing training—it must be earned through continued performance and…
Late actor James Earl Jones was known for his commanding voice and presence on screen, but he was also commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army during the Korean War period
Long before his commanding voice became legendary on stage and screen, James Earl Jones first served his country in uniform. After studying drama at the…
Terrifying but skilled armies throughout history that struck fear into the hearts of their enemies
Throughout history, wars have ignited for innumerable reasons, drawing people from all backgrounds to fight for their beliefs, their rulers, or their very survival. Among…
Worried his gravesite would attract protesters or controversy, Brigadier General Paul Tibbets chose to have no public marker for his final resting place
In 2007, Brigadier General Paul Tibbets—the man who piloted the Enola Gay during the historic mission to drop the first atomic bomb on Hiroshima—made a…
Ending World War II: Why did Japan surrender at the end of the conflict?
Japan’s surrender at the end of World War II marked the conclusion of one of history’s most devastating conflicts and the beginning of a new…
Up Your Christmas Jumper Game with The Tank Museum’s Newest Holiday Release!
The Tank Museum‘s online shop is always bursting with unusual and unique gift ideas, and the museum has officially launched its 2025 festive range, which…
Operation Ranch Hand: The toxic defoliation campaign that caused cancers and birth defects in both Vietnamese civilians and U.S. soldiers
Between 1962 and 1971, the U.S. military conducted Operation Ranch Hand under President John F. Kennedy’s orders—a sweeping defoliation campaign designed to strip enemy forces…