Clare Fitzgerald

Clare Fitzgerald is a Writer and Editor with eight years of experience in the online content sphere. Graduating with a Bachelor of Arts from King’s University College at Western University, her portfolio includes coverage of digital media, current affairs, history and true crime.

Among her accomplishments are being the Founder of the true crime blog, Stories of the Unsolved, which garners between 400,000 and 500,000 views annually, and a contributor for John Lordan’s Seriously Mysterious podcast. Prior to its hiatus, she also served as the Head of Content for UK YouTube publication, TenEighty Magazine.

In her spare time, Clare likes to play Pokemon GO and re-watch Heartland over and over (and over) again. She’ll also rave about her three Maltese dogs whenever she gets the chance.

Writing Portfolio
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Articles by Clare Fitzgerald:

Russian Soldiers Are Shooting Themselves In the Legs to Get Out of Ukraine

Russian soldier standing in shadow

As the Russo-Ukrainian War drags on, more and more Russian soldiers are beginning to grow weary of fighting. Intercepted audio shows troops are beginning to…

The Unbelievable True Story of John ‘Chickie’ Donohue and ‘The Greatest Beer Run Ever’

Zac Efron as John "Chickie" Donohue in 'The Greatest Beer Run Ever'

There are a number of wartime stories involving beer. For example, William Speakman of the Royal Highland Regiment is famous for holding back 6,000 Chinese…

New York State Passes Legislation Requiring Museums to Acknowledge Artwork Stolen By German Army in WWII

American serviceman staring at pieces of stolen artwork

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed into law new legislation that broadens the state’s accountability when it comes to Jewish survivors of the Holocaust…

Rip the Terrier-Mix Rescued Over 100 People During The Blitz

Rip sitting on a pile of rubble + Dickin Medal

Throughout the Second World War, a number of animals stepped up to the plate to help their human companions. Some served on the front after…

Operation Wandering Soul: The US Military’s Use of Psychological Warfare in Vietnam

US soldiers watching South Vietnamese run toward grounded helicopters

The US military is no stranger to the use of propaganda and psychological tricks when it comes to conducting war. During World War II, the…

Flashbang Grenade: Among the First Modern ‘Non-Lethal’ Weapons Ever Developed

Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class James E. Foehl tosses a flashbang grenade while two other armed servicemen watch

Stun devices are among the most important non-lethal tools at a soldier’s disposal. They have the ability to disorient a target without causing harm, allowing…

North American X-15: The Fastest Manned Rocket Aircraft Ever Developed

North American X-15 in flight

Known as the fastest manned rocket aircraft ever flown, the North American X-15 is an engineering marvel. It made the first manned flights to the…

Johnny Depp Historical Drama ‘Jeanne du Barry’ to Debut in American Theaters This May

Maïwenn and Johnny Depp as Jeanne Bécu, Comtesse du Barry and King Louis XV in 'Jeanne du Barry'

Johnny Depp’s latest film, Jeanne du Barry, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2023. The first movie he starred in since his defamation…

The Cessna O-1 Bird Dog Flew Missions in Korea and Vietnam

Cessna O-1 Bird Dog in flight

Following the Second World War and the creation of the US Air Force, the US Army was in need of a new observation and liaison…

Grease Gun: The US Military’s Longest-Serving Submachine Weapon

Infantryman aiming an M3 "Grease Gun"

When the lightweight and cheap US Submachine Gun, Cal. 45, M3 was introduced into service in 1944, it was intended for use across all theaters…

Why Do American Military Enthusiasts Put George Patton on a Pedestal?

George Patton standing in military uniform

George Patton is among the most famous American generals of all time. Known as “Old Blood and Guts,” he made a name for himself during…

The M202 FLASH Has Been in Pseudo-Retirement for Decades – Why?

US Marine aiming an M202 FLASH while another kneels beside him

The US military has designed a number of rocket launchers for use in combat. Some have seen years of service, while others have seemingly faded…