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Did Hitler have Parkinson’s Disease?

Towards the end of Hitler’s life some believe his erratic behavior and physical appearance was caused by Parkinson’s disease. A new study into neurological diseases…

Series: Malta – the greatest siege in history Part 1

In the annals of warfare one reads of the clash of arms, the pitting of warrior against warrior, of tales of heroism, of endurance and…

First Over There: The Attack on Cantigny, America’s First Battle of World War I – Review by Nate Sullivan

America’s First Battle

As we continue through the centennial of the First World War, the body of literature on the subject continues to grow. Among the most recent…

Operation Husky – The invasion of Sicily +73 In 22 Images!

‘Operation Husky’ was the codename for the invasion of Sicily in 1943. The Operation began at night of 9/10 July. It was a large amphibious and airborne operation, followed…

Longest serving US Sergeant Major

A 59 year old soldier might be the longest serving US serviceman. Sergeant Major Michael Jarnevic joined the US military during the Vietnam War in…

World War Two grave site located after 70 years

World War Two grave site

[Via] A World War Two grave site of a lost soldier has been recovered in the Pacific. First Lieutenant Alex Bonnyman was a marine in…

World War Two spitfire renovated and auctioned for charity

World War Two spitfire

[Via] A World War Two spitfire has been renovated back to its original flying condition and is to be auctioned off for sale. There are…

The Evolution of the Controversial Confederate Flag

Confederate Flag

Recent tragedy in a church in Charleston, brought back to light the various emblems symbolizing the bloody Civil War of America. Excessive use of confederate…

Remains of Marines located in Gilbert Islands

Remains of Marines which had been lost, have been located on the island of Betio in the Pacific’s Gilbert Islands. The remains have been found as part…

World War Two bomb disposal expert received George Cross

The George Cross is one of Britain’s most highly awarded military medals. Stuart Archer, a young officer who served in World War Two is one…

Burlington war veteran pays tribute to fellow Burlington veterans

A Burlington war veteran has paid tribute to fellow soldiers who died in World War Two. Ken Sellars is a Vietnam War veteran from Burlington,…

Captain Eric Brown – WWII airman extraordinaire – 2407 Carrier landings and 500 different airplanes!

On 3 December 1945, Brown became the first pilot to land on and (pictured) take-off from an aircraft carrier (HMS Ocean) in a jet aircraft.…