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    World War 2 | War History

    Germany Once Planned to Assassinate Winston Churchill… With Exploding Chocolate

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Winston Churchill standing outside + Slabs of dark chocolate + Explosion

    Throughout the Second World War, prominent politicians were the subject of assassination plots. While often unsuccessful, they were a way for everyday civilians, Resistance fighters,…

    James Cameron to Bring Film Adaptation of ‘Ghosts of Hiroshima’ to the Big Screen

    Clare Fitzgerald
    James Cameron standing on a red carpet

    Academy Award-winning director James Cameron has obtained the film rights for Charles Pellegrino’s forthcoming book, Ghosts of Hiroshima. The nonfiction release, which draws upon accounts…

    MoH Recipient Richard M. McCool, Jr. Ignored His Own Injuries to Rally His Men After a Kamikaze Attack

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Two Landing Craft Support ships coming up behind the damaged USS William D. Porter (DD-579) + Military portrait of Richard M. McCool, Jr.

    Throughout the Second World War, there were countless examples of bravery and heroism that went well beyond the call of duty. Among those to exemplify…

    American Politicians Pushing to Award Bataan, Attu Veterans the Congressional Gold Medal

    Clare Fitzgerald
    American and Filipino prisoners of war (POWs) being led through a village

    Two American politicians, Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) and Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM 3rd District), have introduced a renewed push to award veterans of the…

    World War II-Era Shipwrecks Re-Emerge From the Depths of Danube River

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Shipwreck half-submerged in the Danube

    World War II-era vessels once operated by the Kriegsmarine have “risen” from the depths of the Danube, in Serbia. The wrecks, which belonged to Germany’s…

    North American Release Date Revealed for Pierce Brosnan WWII Movie ‘The Last Rifleman’

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Pierce Brosnan standing on a red carpet

    Nearly a year after it premiered on the British streaming service Sky Cinema, The Last Rifleman (2023) will finally debut in North America. The World…

    Netflix Releasing Kerry Washington-Led Film About 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Members of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion walking through a city street + Kerry Washington wearing a red dress

    Netflix has released the trailer for its upcoming film about the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the first and only unit of color with the…

    Second Sino-Japanese War: The ‘Asian Holocaust’ That Witnessed Some of History’s Most Horrific War Crimes

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Japanese troops running through a divot in the earth

    The Second Sino-Japanese War was the result of escalating tensions and conflict between China and Japan that had been brewing for decades. When fighting broke…

    The B-29 Superfortress ‘Enola Gay’ Forever Changed Warfare When It Dropped the Atomic Bomb on Hiroshima

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Boeing B-29 Superfortress 'Enola Gay' parked on the tarmac

    For many, the development of the Boeing B-29 Superfortress was a turning point of the Second World War. Hitting the skies in mid-1944, the bomber…

    The Devastating Invasion That Kicked Off the Second World War

    Clare Fitzgerald
    German soldiers sitting on parked motorcycles

    September 1, 2024, marks the 85th anniversary of the German invasion of Poland – and the beginning of the Second World War. Beginning with assaults…

    EXCERPT: ‘Witty Manny’ – From Prisoner of War to an East German Hospital in Just 11 Months

    Guest Author
    Red Army soldiers crouching behind rubble in Berlin, Germany + Portrait of Emanuel von König

    Here, we continue our eventful World War II story of Emanuel von König, when he arrives in the western suburbs of Berlin on April 20,…

    ‘Blighty or Bust’ Tells the Story of a Young Soldier’s 2,000-Mile Escape to Freedom in World War II

    Geoff Moore
    David Wilkins holding a copy of 'Blighty or Bust'

    An English author has unearthed an amazing World War II escape story in a cardboard box of papers and cuttings he bought via an online…

    War History Online | World War 2

    Welcome to War History Online’s World War II category, where we delve into the monumental conflict that shaped the course of the 20th century. Here, we explore the causes, major battles, and enduring legacy of the Second World War, shedding light on the global scale of destruction, the heroic acts of individuals, and the profound social and political changes it brought about.


    Within this category, we provide a comprehensive exploration of World War II, from its origins in the aftermath of World War I to its dramatic conclusion and the subsequent post-war landscape. Discover the strategies and tactics employed by military forces, the technological advancements that revolutionized warfare, and the remarkable stories of resistance, resilience, and heroism exhibited by soldiers and civilians alike.


    Our articles go beyond the surface to delve into the untold stories, lesser-known campaigns, and pivotal moments that shaped the war. Explore the war on multiple fronts, from the European theater to the Pacific, and gain insights into the geopolitical dynamics, diplomatic challenges, and shifting alliances that defined the conflict. Understand the human cost of the war, the atrocities committed, and the profound impact on societies and individuals.


    Through our content, navigate the trenches and battlefields of World War II, unravel the complex web of events, and pay tribute to the brave men and women who fought for freedom and peace. War History Online’s World War II category offers a comprehensive exploration of this pivotal chapter in history, providing a platform to honor the sacrifices made, learn from the past, and ensure that the lessons of the war are never forgotten.