US Marine Taking a Break During the Battle of Saipan
The Battle of Saipan, fought between June 15 to July 9, 1944, was a significant turning point in the Pacific Theater. As part of the…
Trailer Released for ‘One Life,’ Starring Anthony Hopkins as ‘British Oskar Schindler’
A number of individuals went above and beyond to save as many lives as possible during the Second World War. One of them was Sir…
‘Piper Bill’ Millin Played British Commandos from Sword Beach to Pegasus Bridge
Among the heroes to emerge on D-Day was one man known not for his ferocious fighting, but for his astounding ability to play music through…
Celebrations Erupted After Paris Was Liberated By the Allies Toward the End of World War II
The liberation of Paris during World War II stands as one of the most significant moments in France’s history. Its liberation was a turning point…
Mass Piles of Shoes Represent the Number of Jewish Dead at Auschwitz
The Holocaust stands as one of the darkest chapters in human history, with six million Jews perishing during the Second World War. Beyond this staggering…
Soviet Citizens of All Ages Helped the Red Army Defend Against the Siege of Leningrad – Including Children
The Siege of Leningrad, a devastating 872-day blockade of the Soviet city by the Germans during World War II, remains a horrific part of the…
The Extreme Measures the Germans Used to Effectively Execute Their Blitzkrieg Tactics
Blitzkrieg – “lightning war” – was a German military strategy employed during the Second World War. The tactic was refined by the Wehrmacht, and played…
Portable Surgical Hospitals Were Among the Most Important Medical Advancements of World War II
The Second World War brought about devastation and human suffering on a global scale. As the conflict escalated, the need for rapid and efficient medical…
From Barracks to Ballgowns: Drag Performances Helped Boost Morale in World War II
Ask any commander of the Second World War and they’ll agree it was incredibly important to keep up troop morale. This was accomplished in many…
Winston Churchill’s Daughter Commanded Anti-Aircraft Batteries During World War II
Winston Churchill is almost synonymous with World War II, serving as British Prime Minister throughout the conflict. However, he wasn’t the only Churchill to do…
Martin B-26 Marauder: The Accident-Prone Medium Bomber That Went On to Become One of the Most Successful of WWII
The Martin B-26 Marauder was an American twin-engine medium bomber that saw service during World War II. Taking part in action in all theaters of…
Australian Soldiers Viewed the ‘Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels’ As Their Saviors During World War II
Alongside the Allies who braved the fighting in the Territory of Papua were a group of selfless heroes known as the “Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels.” These…