Black Tom Explosion: German Sabotage on US Soil During WWI
On the morning of July 30, 1916, Manhattan was lit up by a huge flash, before being slammed by an enormous blast wave. Three men and…
These Are the Salaries Paid to US Troops During Each War
Being a member of the US Army is one of the most valiant careers a person can choose. However, the job hasn’t always paid as…
Video Footage Shows Extent of Damage Caused by Fighting in WW1
We have all seen photos of the devastating damage left in the wake of the First World War. Cities that were reduced to rubble, large…
Surprising Facts About the Uniforms Soldiers Wore in World War I
From spiked German helmets to steampunk-looking body armor, World War I saw its fair share of strange uniform choices. The conflict was fascinating, as it…
French City Commemorates 100 Years of Honoring American Unknown Soldier
Over the weekend, hundreds of French and American military personnel and civilians marked the 100th anniversary of the selection of the American Unknown soldier from…
A WWI Grenade Was Once Found At A Potato Chip Factory In Hong Kong
We’ve all heard stories about people finding human thumbs in their soda or rat tails in their fried chicken. However, we bet you’ve never heard…
Sergeant Stubby: The Most Decorated War Dog of World War I
Animals have been a part of military units throughout history. From ancient times to modern conflicts, they’ve been of use on the battlefield and provided…
The ‘Forgotten’ Roosevelt Who Served in Both World Wars and Founded the American Legion
The Roosevelts are one of America’s most successful political families. However, while Theodore, Sr. and Franklin D. Roosevelt have been extensively studied, there’s one member…
Munitionettes: The Women Who Stepped Up to Build Munitions During World War I
As World War I raged on, the British government ran low on both soldiers and munitions. While conscription rectified the troop shortage, it only fueled…
The Saint-Chamond: The WWI Tank That’s No Longer Considered A Tank
Tank warfare was introduced during the First World War. The British began development in 1915, and when the war broke out, more countries began to…
Theodore ‘Teddy’ Roosevelt Was Denied His Chance to Join the Western Front
It’s a well-known fact that the United States officially entered the First World War in April 1917, but if it had been up to Theodore…
Cats Served As Mascots, Pest Control… Oh, and Gas Detectors
In recent years, cats have been the subject of immense online fame. Users can’t get enough of their adorable faces and “toe beans” – and…