The Integral Role Air Gunners Played During the First and Second World Wars
Aircraft made their combat debut during the Italo-Turkish War of 1911-12. Just a few years later, during the First World War, they appeared in much…
High School Project Reunites Twin Brothers Seven Decades After WWII
On June 19, 2018, twin brothers Ludwig Julius Wilhelm “Louie” Pieper and Julius Heinrich Otto “Henry” Pieper were laid to rest side-by-side, some 74 years…
The Allies Faced Many Difficult and Ingenious Beach Obstacles During WWII
The Second World War saw the implementation of a number of new weapons and devices. In particular, the Allied forces had to contend with many…
Arizona City Celebrated WWII Veteran’s 105th Birthday with Amazing Surprise
Athena Wright was a young woman in her 20s when she embarked on the adventure of a lifetime, as well as the greatest sacrifice of…
Jock McLaren: The Soldier-Turned-Guerrilla Fighter Who Performed Major Surgery on Himself In the Jungle
Throughout World War I and II, soldiers came from all backgrounds. Robert Kerr “Jock” McLaren was a veterinarian by trade, but during his service with…
Ernest Borgnine: The ‘McHale’s Navy’ Star’s Service During World War II
Ernest Borgnine had an incredible acting career that spanned decades, with arguably his most notable role being Lt. Cmdr. Quinton McHale in the ABC sitcom,…
The Good, the Bad and the Dirty: Understanding WWII Letter Acronyms
Letter writing was used on all fronts of the Second World War as a way for soldiers to keep in touch with friends and family.…
Wait for Me, Daddy: The True Story Behind the Iconic World War II Photo
The Wait for Me, Daddy photograph became one of the most famous images to come out of Canada during the Second World War. A seemingly…
Georgios Averof: The Greek Armored Cruiser With An Impressive Service History
When historians think of the great powers of the Second World War, Greece doesn’t typically come to mind, but it should, as least when it…
Sinking of the HMT Rohna: The Largest Loss of American Life At Sea During WWII
The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 saw 1,177 sailors and crewmen onboard the USS Arizona (BB-39) lose their lives. While a…
The Price of Freedom: The Forgotten Civilian Deaths of D-Day
Operation Overlord, better known as D-Day, is often remembered for being one of the most intense battles in military history. Films like 1998’s Saving Private…
USS Thresher (SS-200): The Most Decorated American Submarine of WWII
During the First World War, Germany deployed a number of vessels that turned naval warfare on its head. Among them were bigger and more effective…