Phil Bucklew: The Father of US Naval Special Warfare
Following the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, individuals from all kinds of professions enlisted in the US military, including musicians, movie stars and athletes. Phil…
10 Photos of US Troops Displaying Enemy Flags Like Trophies
The “loss” of a unit or army’s colors refers to the capture of a flag in battle or it being taken away as a form…
The Controversial History of Napalm and Its Use in War
The use of fire in warfare is horrific and terrifying. It’s also nothing new. The ancient Greeks used petroleum-based fire weapons, referred to as “sticky…
Chesty Puller: The Most Decorated Marine in US History
Chesty Puller is a name synonymous with the US Marine Corps. The most decorated Marine in the service’s history, he served during three wars and…
Gabby Gabreski: Flying Ace of World War II and the Korean War
The first air battles in American war history occurred during World War I, of which the top US pilot was Eddie Rickenbacker. They became more…
The Most Important Battleships in American History
In order to remain a prominent world power in the late 1800s, the US had to keep up with the latest military technology. When South…
The USS Antietam (CV-36) Earned Two Battle Stars During the Korean War
The USS Antietam (CV-36) was a member of the Essex-class of American aircraft carriers built during World War II. The class overall was very successful,…
John Singlaub: Special Operations Legend and Anti-Communist Crusader
There are few US military generals who have as storied and controversial a career as Major General John Singlaub. He fought in three wars before…
The Lasting Impact of the US Army’s Buffalo Rangers
The 2nd Ranger Infantry Company (Airborne) – better known as the Buffalo Rangers – was an elite special operations unit within the US Army. Made…
The Battle of Bloody Ridge Definitely Earned Its Name During The Korean War
The Korean War saw United Nations and North Korean forces repeatedly bounce back and forth between gaining territory and quickly losing it. UN troops were…
The Battle of Taejon And Its Importance In The Korean War
The Battle of Taejon was a battle that took place early in the Korean War, it was also one of the most important of the…
5 Top Secret Military Bases That Changed History
The world’s military superpowers are known for being secretive when it comes to their operations, so it’s no surprise there are numerous formerly-secret bases located…