The U.S. Air Force released a Mark 15 thermonuclear bomb into the waters off the coast of Tybee Island, and it has never been recovered
In the 1950s, a routine U.S. Air Force training mission off the coast of Georgia took a disastrous turn. During a simulated combat exercise, a…
See Historic World War II-Era Tanks in Action at Tiger Day Autumn 2025
Tiger Day Autumn is among the most highly-anticipated events of the year for tank and military enthusiasts alike, and the Tank Museum in Bovington, Dorset,…
Five pivotal events that led to Japan’s surrender at the end of World War II and paved the way for new world order
Japan’s surrender at the end of World War II marked the official end to years of devastating conflict and paved the way for a new…
Brigadier General Paul Tibbets’ final request was that no funeral service or headstone be arranged after his death
In 2007, Brigadier General Paul Tibbets—the pilot of the Enola Gay on the mission that dropped the first atomic bomb on Hiroshima—made a surprising and…
John Levitow became the lowest-ranking U.S. airman to receive a Medal of Honor for saving his crew after being struck by a North Vietnamese mortar shell
John Levitow’s life is a testament to the fact that heroism is defined not by rank or title, but by courage and selflessness in moments…
In 1985, the lives of 236 American soldiers were taken in one of the all-time deadliest aviation tragedies involving US military personnel
On December 12, 1985, the 101st Airborne Division suffered its greatest single-day loss when Arrow Air Flight 1285 crashed shortly after departing Gander International Airport…
Eight abandoned military bases that were once pivotal but have fallen into obscurity
Once central to military strategy and operations, many bases eventually fade into obscurity as conflicts conclude and evolving technology makes their missions unnecessary. These once-bustling…
The U.S. government created ‘floating White Houses’ during the Cold War to protect the President in the case of a surprise nuclear strike
Amid the intense anxiety of the Cold War in the 1960s, U.S. leaders worried that a sudden nuclear attack could eliminate top government figures and…
60 years after his heroic actions during a life-threatening encounter, Paris Davis finally became one of the first African-American to win a Medal of Honor
During the Vietnam War, Paris Davis exhibited extraordinary courage, steadfastly refusing to abandon his injured fellow soldiers during a fierce enemy assault. As one of…
Win a Ride in a Rare World War II-Era Tank – Thanks to The Tank Museum!
The Tank Museum is offering the chance for two lucky individuals to win a ride in the world-famous Tiger 131 at the museum’s Tiger Day…
Six movies about the Vietnam War that are perfect for fans of ‘Platoon’
Platoon (1986) received critical acclaim for its raw, unflinching portrayal of the Vietnam War. Starring Charlie Sheen, Tom Berenger, and Willem Dafoe, the film was…
Maynard Harrison Smith only joined the army because he was facing jail time, but he proved himself in a moment of crisis
Conflict often reveals unexpected qualities in people. Some who appear fearless may falter when tested, while those who seem reserved or unremarkable can display remarkable…