Claudia Mendes

Claudia Mendes holds a BA Archeology from the University of Leicester. During her degree, she focused on medieval fortifications. She works as a freelance writer and stays up to date with historical and archeological news.

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Articles by Claudia Mendes:

The ‘Stars’ of the Nuremberg Trials: War Criminals Convicted There, Some Faces You May Have Forgotten About

On November 19, 1945, the Nuremberg trials started with indictments against 24 major war criminals and seven organizations. All of the criminals tried were members…

Why there are only 2 flyable Ilyushin Il-2 aircraft left

Of all the Soviet combat aircraft in WWII, the Ilyushin Il-2 was one of the most important. This Russian plane was produced in great quantities…

Creepy stories from WWII, Normandy Ghosts, Disappearing Aircraft

Wars are full of inspiring stories and tales that defy the odds. They are also the best place for creepy stories that will keep you…

Amputation Without any Surgical Tools: Amazing Story of a Daring Escape From German Troops

Snow blindness, frostbite, gangrene, and amputation without any surgical tools. These are all things that can kill a person, and adding in WWII as well…

How Reliable Were WWII Pilot Kill Counts?

In the heat of an aerial battle, can you really keep track of how many planes have been shot down? During WWII, intelligence officers believed…

Debunked: 5 Myths About Pearl Harbor Attack

  A lot is known about the attack on Pearl Harbor, but how much is true and what has become twisted over the years? The…

Rescuing 500 Airman Behind Enemy Lines: The daring Operation Halyard

George Vujnovich was known to his friends as a mild-mannered businessman who owned an airplane parts supply company. In 2007, when Vujnovich was 92, that…