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…
Following his brother’s assassination, Robert Kennedy petitioned the government to bury one of JFK’s caskets at sea
The tragic assassination of John F. Kennedy, America’s 35th president, remains a subject of enduring fascination for both scholars and the general public. Following his…
Before becoming an Oscar-winning actor, George Kennedy served under Gen. Patton and fought in the Battle of The Bulge
George Kennedy, the Oscar-winning actor best known for playing rugged, straight-talking characters, drew much of his onscreen authority from real-life experience. Before stepping into the…
M3 Grant to Make Running Debut at TANKFEST 2025
With TANKFEST 2025 taking place in just a few weeks, the Tank Museum has made an exciting announcement: an M3 Grant will be making its…
Former Navy SEAL and CIA Global Response Staff member Glen Doherty gave his life to defend the CIA base in Benghazi, Libya
On the evening of September 11, 2012, chaos erupted in Benghazi, Libya, when a coordinated group of militants attacked the U.S. State Department’s diplomatic compound.…
Western movie legend Lee Van Cleef served on the USS Incredible, removing naval mines in the Pacific Theater before finding his passion in acting
Before Lee Van Cleef became a household name in Western cinema, he served his country with honor during World War II as a member of…
General Dietrich von Saucken insulted the Führer to his face but managed to avoid execution and imprisonment
Adults often tell children that confronting bullies is the best way to make them stop. In the 20th century, no figure represented tyranny and intimidation…
Billy Waugh was left for dead by the North Vietnamese Army, but survived and continued to serve in the military for the rest of his life
Billy Waugh’s military journey stands as a remarkable testament to courage and perseverance. Over the course of his service, he earned an impressive array of…
Isoroku Yamamoto, the Japanese Marshal Admiral behind Pearl Harbor, had studied and lived in America in his youth
Isoroku Yamamoto was a senior admiral in the Imperial Japanese Navy who had spent considerable time in the United States, developing strong ties and gaining…