Five-Star Generals: Meet the nine American military leaders who earned the revered rank
Since General Omar Bradley passed away in 1981, the revered five-star general rank has taken on an almost mythical status. Created as a wartime measure…
During the production of ‘Apocalypse Now’, Laurence Fishburne quickly jumped into action to save Emilio Estevez
The legendary Vietnam War epic Apocalypse Now (1979) is famous for its gripping performances and chaotic energy—but the chaos wasn’t limited to the screen. Emilio…
After losing 3,000 men to combat or drowning during the Battle of the Bismarck Sea, Japan made swimming lessons mandatory for soldiers
After Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, Japan rapidly seized territory across the Pacific, dealing a string of early blows to the United…
Two bombers were lost during an air raid over Stendal, Germany, and haunting photographs captured the final moments of the plane known as ‘Wee Willie’
As the Second World War entered its final months, Allied bombing campaigns over Germany grew more relentless, focusing on crippling the Nazi regime’s industrial and…
Pilot Bruce W. Carr was stuck behind enemy lines but took a chance and stole an aircraft while the Germans were preparing for takeoff in a field
During World War II, skilled fighter pilots earned the title of “flying ace” by shooting down multiple enemy aircraft. But Bruce W. Carr distinguished himself…
156 Irish peacekeepers held off thousands of mercenaries during the Siege of Jadotville and only surrendered when they ran out of supplies
During the Siege of Jadotville in 1961, a group of 156 Irish UN peacekeepers, commanded by Commandant Pat Quinlan, found themselves surrounded by a heavily…
Forgotten military ranks from the past that were phased out over time
Military hierarchies are built on a foundation of clearly defined ranks, each one shaping how orders are given, followed, and enforced. But not all ranks…
The Snipex Alligator anti-materiel rifle is a massive 79 inches in length, proving that size does matter
Written by Samantha Franco and Clare Fitzgerald The Snipex Alligator, developed by XADO-Holding, Ltd., is a formidable anti-materiel rifle currently deployed by the Ukrainian Armed…
A Japanese pilot crash-landed on a tiny Hawaiian island after Pearl Harbor and was involved in a violent confrontation with residents
While December 7, 1941, is widely recognized for the surprise assault on Pearl Harbor, it also signaled the beginning of the Ni‘ihau Incident—a little-known yet…
The death of Maj. Gen. Maurice Rose near the end of WWII sparked outrage among U.S. officials who launched a war crime investigation
Maurice Rose, a highly respected combat leader who had already seen the horrors of World War I, returned to serve his country once more during…
War dogs used during the Vietnam War saved countless lives but were classified as ‘surplus equipment’ once the war was over
Throughout the Vietnam War, some of the bravest allies to American forces came not in combat gear, but on four paws. These military dogs accompanied…
For his bravery in Vietnam, John Levitow was given the Medal of Honor and had an award created in his name for new Air Force graduates
John Levitow’s story proves that heroism isn’t defined by rank or title, but by courage and selflessness in the face of danger. Growing up with…