World War 2 | War History

Then And Now: 11 Iconic Battlefields of WWII

After just over 70 years, we look back at 11 iconic locations of the Second World War as they were then – and as they are…

Top 10 WWII Sites To Visit in Germany

When planning to visit Germany, there are countless WWII locations from which to choose. To make planning easier for you, we have made a list…

This American fighter pilot claimed 16 kills across two wars – and was also a college football star

The American aerial mission over battle-scarred Western Europe may have been short and sweet, but one pilot managed to stand out from the rest of…

For 59 Days 30 Soviet Soldiers Were Under Siege In This House, They Never Surrendered

The Battle of Stalingrad is one of the best-known battles of WWII. The siege of the city that lasted from 23rd of August, 1942 to…

Operation Sealion: Hitler’s Plan to Invade Britain

Great Britain’s success in holding out against Nazi Germany has become the stuff of national legend. The only country in Western Europe to successfully stand…

With His Brother KIA On Crete, The Sniper Stalked And Killed 33 German Snipers

Jeff Edwards

Men who have endured combat together have a special bond that has famously been characterized as being like a “Band of Brothers.” One can only…

Unclaimed Remains of Veterans Interred in Ceremony

A funeral service was held at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver, Colorado, for thirty veterans whose remains were never claimed after wars stretching back…

10 Things You Need To Know About Hermann Goering

Hermann Goering was born on the 12th of January 1893, as a son of a wealthy German diplomat, Heinrich Goering, who pursued an overseas career,…

The Real War Daddy – Destroyed 12 Tanks and 258 Armoured Vehicles in 81 Days

World War II saw the emergence of tank Aces who became famous for their incredible milestones at the war front. Among the most widely recognized…

Top 7 Allied Mistakes In Europe During WWII

Now, decades after World War 2 ended, it is easy for us to look back and point out where the commanders made the wrong decision…

Killed When Crash Landing His Damaged Bomber, Pilot Cyril Barton Managed To Save His Entire Crew

Jeff Edwards

No one would have questioned Cyril Barton had he turned around and headed back for England.  He and his crew had just been shot to…

4 Improvised Weapons used in the 1944 Warsaw Uprising

The invasion of Poland on September 1st, 1939 marked the beginning of the Second World War. Polish people had a long history of occupation and…