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Laurence Fishburne Saved Emilio Estevez’s Life on the Set of ‘Apocalypse Now’

Still from 'Apocalypse Now' + Emilio Estevez standing on a red carpet + Laurence Fishburne standing on a red carpet

The iconic Vietnam War film Apocalypse Now (1979) captures daring feats and fearless acts onscreen, but, behind the scenes, the adventure was just as intense.…

The Tank Museum Receives ‘Splatter’ Mask Donation

"Splatter" mask against a black backdrop

The Tank Museum has welcomed a new historical artifact to its collection. A tank crew “Splatter” mask, once worn by Cpl. Walter H. Stickler, was…

Chris Kyle: The Deadliest Sniper In US Military History

Portrait of Chris Kyle

Chris Kyle became a US military legend for his extraordinary sniper skills and dedication to his fellow service members. Known as the “American Sniper,” his…

King George VI’s Service in the Great War Majorly Influenced His Actions During World War II

Portrait of King George VI

The future King George VI – then known as Prince Albert – served in the First World War, an experience that would later influence his…

Famous POWs: Celebrities Who Were Held Captive By the Enemy During World War II

Clive Dunn as Lance Cpl. Jack Jones in 'Dad's Army' + Donald Pleasence as Ernst Stavro Blofeld in 'You Only Live Twice' + Denholm Elliott as Marcus Brody in 'Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade'

We’re all aware that many famous individuals served in various capacities throughout the Second World War. Some were ground troops, fighting on the battlefield, while…

Leonard T. Schroeder: The First Allied Soldier to Land on Normandy on D-Day

Soldiers with the 4th Infantry Division wading through water from a Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel (LCVP) + Military portrait of Leonard T. Schroeder

Leonard T. Schroeder Jr. holds a unique place in history as the first Allied soldier to set foot on Normandy during D-Day. Leading Infantry Rifle…

Official Trailer Released for Upcoming Film About William Tell

Claes Bang standing on a red carpet + Ben Kingsley standing on a red carpet

The exploits of one of histories greatest folk heroes, William Tell, are making their way to the big screen, and we finally have a sense…

Trent Park: The Lavish British Estate That Held (and Spied on) High-Ranking German POWs

Exterior of the mansion at Trent Park + Wireless operator with the British Air Ministry listening to a radio

Nestled in north London, Trent Park is an impressive mansion with a history dating back to the late 18th century. Once owned by Sir Philip…

Trails of Hope: Honoring the Service and Sacrifice of Poles During World War II

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Four members of the No 303 Squadron RAF standing in uniform

In 1939, as the Führer and Soviet leader Joseph Stalin divided Poland between themselves, but they never broke the nation’s free spirit. In the years…

Clive Owen to Star in Historical Thriller ‘Kristallnacht’

Clive Owen standing on a red carpet

British actor Clive Owen has starred in many big-name productions, notably King Arthur (2004), Elizabeth: The Golden Age (2006) and Valerian and the City of…

How Did Benito Mussolini Die? The Demise of Italy’s Fascist Dictator

Benito Mussolini walking with soldiers + Portrait of Benito Mussolini

Benito Mussolini was one of the world’s major leaders at the onset of the Second World War. Becoming Italy’s prime minister in 1922, he’d sought…

After Renouncing Her German Citizenship, Marlene Dietrich Dedicated Herself to the American War Effort

Marlene Dietrich standing with a group of soldiers

German actor Marlene Dietrich was one of the most famous faces of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Moving to the United States after her breakthrough role in…