The Tragic Story: The Loss of the Empire Wave – every single man on the lifeboat suffered severe frostbite & had to have toes or limbs amputated
THE LOSS OF THE EMPIRE WAVE Suzanne Make recounts the loss of a British merchant ship in 1941 that saw a harrowing ordeal for the…
D-Day Veteran Dies at Age of 91 – took part in one of the most daring, most successful & perhaps least recognised raids of WW2
When Kenneth Parker landed on Gold Beach, Normandy, on D-Day, he was only 17 years old. He was part of one of the most daring,…
It May Be Surprising To Learn That These Countries Are Still At War
North & South Korea When WWII ended, Korea was divided. The Soviets controlled the area north of the 38th parallel, while the US controlled south…
Everything You Need to Know About WWI Mortars
Portable trench mortars were one of the major innovations of the First World War. A response to the difficult fighting conditions of trench warfare, they…
The Oldest Grapevine in the World Survived 400 Years of Turbulent History and Wars, but It Still Bears Fruit
As history unfolds right before our eyes, we often overlook the powerful landscapes or natural treasures that can be found all around us. Yet, often…
Much More Than Code Talking – The Role of Native Americans in World War II
Native Americans made an enormous contribution to the World War II effort. Sadly, their involvement in the conflict is widely overlooked. Sometimes, they are portrayed…
Barn Find For Sale: WW2 Pacific Theater Jeep – Has Great History
This Jeep Served in WW2 With the Australian Army. It is a genuine Pacific Theater veteran and after it’s military service it was sold at…
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The Battle of Britain took place during the summer of 1940. Germany’s mission was to neutralize the Royal Air Force so that they would increase…
These Twelve Battles Were Defining Moments In The History Of The Crusades
The Crusades, Christian Europe’s attempt to drive back other nations and religions, were among the most ambitious and badly thought out campaigns in military history.…
6 Great American Pilots of WWII’s African Campaigns
Air power was an important part of WWII. For the American pilots who traveled to North Africa to fight the Axis powers, it was a…
The Dreadnought Battleship Hoax – When A Group Of Students Dressed Up As A Sultan’s Delegation And Fooled The Navy
During the height of British naval dominance, an interesting event took place on board the ship that was to represent all the might of the…
The Gray Ranks – The Fighting Boy-Scouts Of The Polish WWII Resistance
When people think of boy scouts what is the first thing that comes to mind? Setting up a tent? Singing songs around the fire? Wearing…