The M79 Grenade Launcher Had Its Benefits and Drawbacks
The M79 grenade launcher was known by many names, including the “Thumper-Gun” and the “Bloop Tube” – Australians even called it the “Wombat Gun.” Resembling…
Bob Hope Dedicated Half a Century to Entertaining Troops With the USO
Being away from home for long periods of time can be demoralizing for troops. With the Second World War continuing to rage in both Europe…
These Female Spies of the American Civil War Have Some Incredible Stories To Share
During the Civil War, most American males were involved in the battle in some way. But there were also several women who were very important…
These 5 Tank Battles Were Massive And The Outcome Was Unpredictable
There were several wide-scale wars that occurred during the 20th century. Of course, two of them were massive World Wars. And these World Wars featured…
These US Marine Corps ‘Facts’ Are Actually Myths – But They Make for Great Stories!
The US Marine Corps is well-over two centuries old, and the legendary leathernecks who’ve made up its ranks have a long and distinguished tradition. However,…
Captain America Was Created in Part to Encourage U.S. Involvement in WW2
In the late 1930s, comic books had become incredibly popular. In April of 1938, D.C. Comics released Action Comics 1, the first appearance of Superman,…
8 Fierce Historical Military Figures Most People Haven’t Heard About
History is filled with so many fierce fighters that it’s not surprising some have been largely forgotten following their service. Here are eight of the…
Lucy Higgs Nichols Escaped Slavery During the Civil War By Working as a Nurse
The Emancipation Proclamation was signed on September 1862, one year into the Civil War. However, whether the Executive Order would be enforced was highly in…
The Often-Misinterpreted Truth About the Military Origins of the Hells Angels Name
The Hells Angels are among the most well-known motorcycle clubs in the world. While the gang is listed as a criminal syndicate in the United…
A B-52 Stratofortress Once Crashed in North Carolina, Dropping Two Nuclear Bombs
The Cold War was a time of uncertainty across the world, particularly in the United States, where the majority of the population feared a nuclear…
Gail Halvorsen Dropped Candy Over Berlin During the Soviet Blockade In 1948-49
The Soviet blockade of Berlin in 1948-49 was a tough time for those living in the German capital. The United States was among the Allied…
Jim Morrison’s Father Played a Role In the Gulf of Tonkin Incident
For hardcore fans of The Doors, it’s relatively well-known that lead singer Jim Morrison‘s father was a flag officer in the US Navy. A lesser-known…