Why Does NORAD Track Santa Claus?
Imagine a child dialing a phone number, hoping to reach the one and only Santa Claus, only to connect with the North American Aerospace Defense…
‘Mad Mike’ Hoare: The Irish Major Turned World-Famous Mercenary
Maj. Thomas Michael “Mad Mike” Hoare and four units of mercenaries stormed Stanleyville, the rebel capital in the Republic of the Congo, on November 24,…
Facts About the Purple Heart, the Oldest Military Decoration Still Presented to US Service Members
The Purple Heart is awarded to those wounded or killed in service to the United States. Created by George Washington in 1782, it is the…
‘Area 52’ Veterans Call Out US Government for Refusing to Acknowledge Health Issues Caused By Radiation Exposure
The United States is home to one of the most controversial military bases in the world – and it’s probable you’ve never heard of it.…
INTERVIEW: William Sturkey Discusses His New Book About MoH Recipient and War Hero Roy Benavidez
Medal of Honor recipient Master Sgt. Roy Benavidez was the definition of a true American hero. Surviving “six hours of hell” in the jungle along…
History’s Best Admirals Ruled Over the High Seas and Forever Changed Naval Warfare
Throughout maritime history, admirals have served as testaments to strategic brilliance and bold leadership. From ancient times to the modern era, they have shaped the…
INTERVIEW: Undersea Salvage Expert Curt Newport Talks About His Involvement in the Searches for Challenger and USS Indianapolis
Curt Newport is an underwater salvage expert with decades of experiencing. Along with exploring the likes of the RMS Titanic, he was also involved in…
Why is the American Flag Folded Into a Triangle During Ceremonial Occasions?
If you’ve ever attended a military funeral or a ceremony on Memorial Day, odds are you’ve watched guards come together to fold the American flag.…
INTERVIEW: Dr. Marshall Poe on the Mỹ Lai Massacre and Its Impact on Vietnam-Era America
The Mỹ Lai Massacre has been dubbed “the most shocking episode of the Vietnam War,” with hundreds of civilians slaughtered by American troops. It’s an…
The Battle of Athens Saw Armed War Veterans Take On Corruption in Their Local Government
In the post-war summer of 1946, the small town of Athens, Tennessee became the epicenter of an event that went down in history as the…
Russo-Ukrainian War: Where Do We Stand As the Conflict Enters Its Third Year?
On February 24, 2024, the Russo-Ukrainian War entered its third year. In what became the largest assault on a European nation since the Second World…
Jeff Bridges Became One of the Youngest Academy Award Nominees While Serving In the US Coast Guard Reserve
Jeff Bridges is truly one of the most talented individuals of his generation. Renowned for his acting, and having dabbled in music, writing and photography,…