Wojtek the Bear: The Cigarette-Smoking, Beer-Drinking Hero of World War II
Animal mascots were fairly common during World War II, but there are few military units who can say they served alongside a brown bear. It’s…
US Air Force Moving Forward With MC-130J Commando II Seaplane
The United States Air Force is moving forward with its plans to modify the MC-130J Commando II so it can support detachable pontoons, which would…
British Major Walking 1,200 Miles To Raise Money For Research Into Daughter’s Rare Genetic Condition
A British Army major is embarking on a walk across the American east coast to raise money for research into Cornelia de Lange Syndrome, a…
The MOUNDS Chocolate Bar Helped American Espionage Efforts During World War II
Chocolate lovers are aware of Hershey’s MOUNDS bar. The coconut-filled, dark chocolate treat is an American staple, and as far as Hershey’s chocolate goes, it’s…
Teen Goes Viral Asking Questions to Her Dad, A Retired US Spy
A UC Berkley student has gone viral, thanks to her rather unique TikTok series, where she interviews her father, who just happens to be a…
Meissen Porcelain Recovered By the Monuments Men Brings £10 Million At Auction
An auction featuring 117 Meissen porcelain pieces has fetched over £10 million. The items auctioned off once belonged to lawyer and industrialist Dr. Franz Oppenheimer…
Photos From TANKFEST 2021: Some Of The World’s Most Well-Preserved Operational Tanks!
The Tank Museum held its annual TANKFEST over the weekend. 15,000 visitors attended the three-day festival in Bovington, United Kingdom, which played host to tanks…
Marine Killed In Action During World War II Laid To Rest In Kansas
A Marine who lost his life fighting the Japanese in the Tarawa Atoll has been laid to rest in his hometown of Emporia, Kansas. Private…
US Space Force Reveals New Service and Physical Training Uniforms
The United States Space Force has unveiled its new service and physical training (PT) uniforms. The reveal occurred at the Air Force Association’s Air Space &…
Before He Was a Jazz Legend, Tony Bennett Stormed Europe and Liberated a Concentration Camp
Tony Bennett was a jazz legend, with a career spanning over half a century. His music transcended generations and made him a household name across…
Navy Sailor Killed In Pearl Harbor To Be Laid To Rest In Wisconsin
A Navy sailor who lost his life during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor will be laid to rest in his hometown this weekend. Fireman…
WWII Veteran Present At D-Day and German Surrender Receives French Legion of Honor
An American veteran present at D-Day, the Battle of the Bulge, and the German surrender has been awarded the French Legion of Honor. It is…