When the American Civil War Broke Out, Another Civil War Had Been Raging In China For 11 Years
Almost at the same time that the American Civil War was taking place, another kind of civil war was occurring on the other side of…
The WW2 Tests That Produced Napalm – The United States’ Mock WWII German & Japanese Villages
It’s well known that the U.S. Army built a myriad of projects in the southwestern deserts of the States to test various new kinds of…
From the Vikings to WW2, and Beyond – The World’s Best Battle Reenactments
War reenactments are not a new thing by any means. From Shakespeare recreating famous British battles in his historic plays, to put upon the stage,…
Nine Essential Places In France For War History Enthusiasts To Visit
The top countries in Europe offer a variety of post-war sites to see, whether your interest lies in World War II, World War I or…
Haunted Battlefields – From The Civil War To Stalingrad
These are sites which paranormal investigators have been fascinated with for years. When a battle ends in terrible bloodshed and suffering, many still believe that…
Famous Faces – Celebrities Who Served Their Countries In Times of War
Throughout history, many celebrities have joined the war effort, from actors and musicians to authors and comedians. Here are ten celebrities who you’ll instantly recognize,…
Must-See Historical War Items To See At The Smithsonian
The Smithsonian National Museum of History is a treasure trove of historical items, from not only every war in American history, but every time period,…
Sparta’s Hoplite Warriors: The Most Influential Ancient Military Force
Today, many individuals connect Sparta with a few movies and then dismiss the influential historical city as something of little importance. However, Sparta’s strict military…
Must-See American Civil War Sites To Visit Today
The American Civil War was one of the bloodiest wars fought on American soil. Many of the war sites found throughout the eastern half of…
Five Women Who Played Vital Roles in the American Civil War
While in most modern cultures women have only been permitted to officially participate in warfare for a few decades at most, that has never prevented…
Stalin’s Son Yakov Dzhugashvili Captured By The Germans. He ‘Died’ In A Pow Camp
Everyone knows Joseph Stalin, but most aren’t familiar with his familial life, particularly his eldest son, Yakov. The tumultuous relationship between father and son created…
Nazi German Special Forces: Brandenburg Regiment – you have heard of them, right?
The Brandenburg Regiment, part of Germany’s Nazi special forces, was created by Captain Theodor von Hippel. Hippel was a military man, who had served in…