‘Devotion’ Presents the Korean War-Era Story of Jesse L. Brown and Thomas Hudner
The incredible true story of Jesse L. Brown, the first African-American aviator to complete the US Navy’s basic flight training program, and the camaraderie between…
Clint Eastwood Survived a Plane Crash Into Shark-Infested Waters While Serving in the US Army
Clint Eastwood is arguably one of the most talented and well-known actors in Hollywood. His career spans nearly 70 years and includes a number of…
The M1 Helmet Both Protected and Posed a Risk to Soldiers on the Front
Helmets were first introduced to American soldiers in 1917, as a way of protecting servicemen from suffering head trauma while fighting in Europe. One of the…
Close Air-to-Air Combat Made MiG Alley One of the Deadliest Places of the Korean War
For many US Air Force pilots, one of the most deadly places to battle the enemy during the Korean War was MiG Alley. The site…
‘Bonanza’ Star Dan Blocker Heroically Served His Country During the Korean War
Bonanza, which ran from 1959-73, was one of America’s favorite television series. At the heart of the show was Eric “Hoss” Cartwright, played by Dan…
Phil Bucklew: The Father of US Naval Special Warfare
Following the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, individuals from all kinds of professions enlisted in the US military, including musicians, movie stars and athletes. Phil…
10 Photos of US Troops Displaying Enemy Flags Like Trophies
The “loss” of a unit or army’s colors refers to the capture of a flag in battle or it being taken away as a form…
The Controversial History of Napalm and Its Use in War
The use of fire in warfare is horrific and terrifying. It’s also nothing new. The ancient Greeks used petroleum-based fire weapons, referred to as “sticky…
The Legendary Mauser Karabiner 98k and Its Use Throughout History
During the Second World War, Germany hoped to take over, and the Mauser Karabiner 98k was the weapon they were going to use to accomplish…
Chesty Puller: The Most Decorated Marine in US History
Chesty Puller is a name synonymous with the US Marine Corps. The most decorated Marine in the service’s history, he served during three wars and…
Gabby Gabreski: Flying Ace of World War II and the Korean War
The first air battles in American war history occurred during World War I, of which the top US pilot was Eddie Rickenbacker. They became more…
The Most Important Battleships in American History
In order to remain a prominent world power in the late 1800s, the US had to keep up with the latest military technology. When South…