Celebrities During WWII: The Hollywood Victory Committee
For many, the start of World War II meant yet another conflict that would affect everyday life. The vast majority of Americans didn’t want to…
The M42 Duster Played A Crucial Role in Vietnam
From 1966 until the end of the Vietnam War, the relatively small yet extremely deadly M42 Duster was brought out of retirement and used against…
The Absurd Rules-of-Engagement GIs Had to Follow During the Vietnam War
The United States’ withdrawal from Vietnam is viewed as one of the most humiliating moments for the mighty nation. The most powerful military on earth,…
Carl Gamble: The Vietnam Vet and Airline Pilot Who Saved His Passengers from a Hijacker
On March 27, 1984, a passenger aboard Piedmont flight 451 told a flight attendant that the aircraft was laden with explosives, and demanded a new…
The Most Puzzling Unsolved Mysteries from World War II
Written by Jesse Beckett and Clare Fitzgerald We all love a good unsolved mystery and World War II provided plenty. The scale of the conflict…
The Incredible Life Of War Hero Eddie Rickenbacker: War Hero, Pioneer, And So Much More
Eddie Rickenbacker is an American who seemingly lived ten lifetimes in one. He was a successful mechanic, automotive designer, race car driver, businessman, government consultant,…
Here’s Why The P-51 Mustang Saw Combat As A Dive Bomber
The P-51 Mustang is usually near the top of most aviation enthusiasts’ favorite WWII aircraft list, as it combines sleek, muscular looks with excellent performance,…
The US Navy Maintains A Forest Solely for the USS Constitution
In another display of the US military’s immense budget, the US Navy manages an entire forest just to use the wood for shipbuilding. The forest…
The P-38 Terrified Opponents And Dominated Aerial Reconnaissance During WWII
During the war, if you needed a great fighter, fighter bomber, escort, reconnaissance aircraft, night fighter, and pathfinder, the P-38 Lightning was a go-to choice.…
Project Underworld: The US Navy’s Unexpected Mafia Alliance
Project Underworld was the US Navy’s codename for its joint mission with New York’s crime families. Active from 1942-45, it aimed to obtain information regarding…
What Happened To The Famous Aircraft Nose Art Used By The US Military?
Adorning the nose section of an aircraft with a name or an image has been a long-standing tradition amongst American military flyers. The practice peaked…
The Mysterious Disappearance and Discovery of the Lady Be Good
On 4 April 1943, an American B-24D Liberator named Lady Be Good mysteriously disappeared while returning from a bombing run over Naples. The aircraft seemingly…