The Bravery Of This Japanese-American Soldier On His First Day Fighting In WW2 Is Astounding
During the Italian Campaign of World War 2, German troops were faced with a sight they had never expected: Japanese-American soldiers. These troops were members…
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,…
The Day of the Rangers – The True Story That Inspired The Movie Black Hawk Down
When Ridley Scott’s “Black Hawk Down” came out in 2001 it had all the features that make a great movie. As well as drama, tension…
“Impenetrable” – The Fall of the Eben Emael Fortress
After WWI, Belgium, being one of the countries with the highest casualty count, tried to balance between a ravaged economy and the high unemployment rate…
Joseph Stalin’s Hated Son Died In A Nazi Concentration Camp In World War Two
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…
Camp X – The Allies’ Secret Training School for World War II Spies and Elite Agents
On the shores of Lake Ontario between Whitby and Oshawa is an area now known as Intrepid Park. Very little of what remains today hints at…
A War for Lost Glory – The Falklands War, 1982
The Falklands War is looked back on by many as a foregone conclusion. Lasting only ten weeks, and it resulted in a clear British victory. But…
Neutral Switzerland Has Mistakenly Invaded Tiny Liechtenstein 3 Times in 30 Years
Most people associate Switzerland with mountains, chocolates, watches, and Swiss Army knives. They also think of a peaceful and neutral country that’s fanatic about avoiding…
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…
The Forgotten Campaign: The WWII Aleutian Islands Campaign
WWII had some very distinct theaters of war. When people think of the war in the Pacific thoughts, go to the sprawling jungles of Guadalcanal…
At The Height Of Its Power, The Spanish Armada Was A Terrifying Force At Sea
The attempted invasion of England by the Spanish Armada on 1588 was an extraordinary undertaking. A vast invasion fleet was assembled in an attempt to…
When The Serbs Shot Down An F-117 Nighthawk, Achieving the Impossible
The Serbs didn’t know that, however, which is why they were able to shoot one down in 1999 – reputedly the only time such a…