Erich Hartmann: The Most Successful Fighter Ace of All Time
Despite to horridness of their cause, the pilots of the German Army were among the most successful of the Second World War. The most storied…
The Legend of Unsinkable Sam: Did This Death-Defying Cat Really Exist?
Unsinkable Sam was the nickname given to a cat who reportedly survived the sinking of three ships during World War II. Also known as “Oscar,”…
The Myth That Carrots Are Good for Your Eyes Came from a WWII Propaganda Campaign
When I was younger, my parents always told me that carrots would give me better eyesight. Much to their surprise, even though I ate the…
These Unsettling Facts About WWII Aren’t Taught In School
Volumes have been written about the Second World War. Generations of students have learned about the conflict and, depending on the extent of their education,…
NOAA Launches Search for B-29 Graveyard in the Pacific Ocean
Researchers with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are conducting a search of the Pacific Ocean for what’s been dubbed the largest graveyard of…
Karl Plagge Saved Jewish Lives Ahead of a Camp Liquidation – and Lived
The Second World War saw numerous atrocities committed against a large portion of Europe’s Jewish population. Upon being drafted into the German Army, engineer Karl…
Racial Tensions and the Zoot Suit Riots of 1943
California is one of America’s largest states and also one of the most unique. During the 1940s, it had a culture all its own and…
16th Combat Aviation Brigade Recreating Army Photos for Black History Month
The 16th Combat Aviation Brigade is using Black History Month to raise awareness about the accomplishments of the African-American service members who fought before them.…
Bob Hope Dedicated Half a Century to Entertaining Troops With the USO
Being away from home for long periods of time can be demoralizing for troops. With the Second World War continuing to rage in both Europe…
The Often-Misinterpreted Truth About the Military Origins of the Hells Angels Name
The Hells Angels are among the most well-known motorcycle clubs in the world. While the gang is listed as a criminal syndicate in the United…
The 5 Deadliest Aircraft Carrier Fighters of All Time
The Italo-Turkish War in 1911-12 was the first to feature aerial bombardments. World War I, which began a few years later, also featured a fair…
Man Discovers WWII-Era Submachine Guns While Magnet Fishing
A 50-year-old from the United Kingdom has discovered six World War II-era submachine guns while magnet fishing in a canal near the site of the…