Only three men have earned the rank of 6-Star General – Here are their stories
The 6-star general rank is one of the rarest and most prestigious honors in U.S. military history. It has only been awarded three times—once during…
Early in his military career, Four-Star General Graves Erskine was given the honor of escorting the Unknown Soldier
Before filming Sands of Iwo Jima in 1949, John Wayne and Republic Pictures brought in Graves Erskine as a technical advisor to ensure the movie’s…
How 156 Irish peacekeepers held off thousands of mercenaries during the Siege of Jadotville despite being outnumebred
During the Siege of Jadotville, 156 Irish peacekeepers led by Pat Quinlan were trapped by a much larger group of Katangese mercenaries. Despite being outnumbered…
How federally run prisons are different from military prisons
In 2019, there were 1,380,427 people locked up in U.S. prisons, including those held in military detention centers. Over the last century, the way prisoners…
Pilot Bruce W. Carr made a fearless escape using enemy aircraft after he was shot down
During World War II, fighter pilots who showed exceptional skill and bravery in combat earned the title of “flying ace.” But Bruce W. Carr became…
The CIA spent $20 million training cats to listen to private conversations (and other secrets they don’t want you to know)
The CIA is known for operating in secret, with most of its missions hidden from public view. Since its establishment in 1947, the Central Intelligence…
The USS Missouri (BB-63) was the site of Japan’s surrender in WWII and went on to serve during the Korean and Cold Wars
The USS Missouri, nicknamed the “Mighty Mo,” was officially commissioned in January 1944, making her one of the last battleships to join the U.S. Navy…
Seven American Presidents who enlisted and served their country during World War II
Many future U.S. Presidents served in the military, but World War II was especially significant. During this global conflict, seven men who would later become…
The Niš Incident: How did this case of friendly fire happen during World War II?
During the Second World War,, the United States and the Soviet Union fought together against Nazi Germany. That’s why it was so surprising when, in…
U.S. Navy SEAL William McRaven led Operation Neptune Spear to take out Osama bin Laden
William McRaven is widely regarded as one of the most respected leaders in U.S. Navy SEAL history. As a four-star admiral, he played a central…
After becoming the most decorated American soldier in history, Audie Murphy starred in a movie about his experiences in combat
Audie Murphy earned national fame for his bravery during World War II, becoming the most decorated soldier in U.S. history. After the war, he started…
‘The Father of the Atomic Bomb’ decided to have a non-traditional final resting place out of the public’s eye
The 2023 release of Oppenheimer sparked new interest in the life and legacy of J. Robert Oppenheimer, often called the “Father of the Atomic Bomb.”…