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    World War 2 | War History

    Esmond Knight: The British Actor Who Was Injured During a Battle with the German Battleship Bismarck

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Still from 'Sink the Bismarck!' + Portrait of Esmond Knight

    A number of British actors served during the Second World War, but few could claim they came face to face with the German battleship Bismarck…

    Operation Long Jump: The Alleged German Plan to Assassinate the ‘Big Three’

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Joseph Stalin, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill sitting amongst military officials

    A number of plans never came to fruition during the Second World War; one involved the use of bombs guided by pigeons, while another called…

    Michael Alexander: The British Commando Who Escaped Death By Faking His Family Tree

    Rosemary Giles
    Two British Commandos ducking in tall grass with their weapons

    Not all those who were captured in combat were taken as prisoners of war (POWs) during the Second World War. Some were shot on-site, particularly…

    MoH Recipient Richard O’Kane Was the US Navy’s Most Successful Submarine Commander

    Samantha Franco
    USS Tang (SS-306) leaving port + Military portrait of Richard O'Kane

    Richard O’Kane is the most successful submarine commander in the history of the US Navy. He served during the Second World War, and sank a…

    Henry T Elrod: The Marine Corps Aviator Who Single-Handedly Took Out a Japanese Destroyer

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Wrecked Grumman F4F-3 Wildcat in the sand + Military portrait of Henry T Elrod

    Maj. Henry T Elrod was better known by his nickname, “Hammerin’ Hank.” The US Marine Corps aviator had always dreamed of taking to the skies,…

    The Little-Known Lost Battalions of World War II

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Six members of the Lost Battalion in the Pacific Theater sitting together

    Everyone is aware of the Lost Battalion of the Meuse-Argonne Offensive; 554 men from the US 77th Division who became trapped by the Germans in…

    Four Men Aboard the USS California (BB-44) Were Awarded the Medal of Honor

    Rosemary Giles
    USS California (BB-44) at sea

    The attack on Pearl Harbor was disastrous for American vessels, particularly those moored along Battleship Row. The nine were the primary targets of the Japanese,…

    George Patton Called Creighton Abrams a ‘World Champion’ Tank Commander

    Rosemary Giles
    Creighton Abrams speaking at a table lined with microphones

    There are some military commanders who stand out among the rest, and Creighton Abrams is one of them. Serving during the Second World War, as…

    Is ‘The Bridge on the River Kwai’ Really the Greatest War Film Ever Made?

    Elisabeth Edwards
    Alec Guinness and Sessue Hayakawa as Lt. Col. Nicholson and Col. Saito in 'The Bridge on the River Kwai' + Alec Guinness as Lt. Col. Nicholson in 'The Bridge on the River Kwai' + Still from 'The Bridge on the River Kwai'

    The 1957 historical epic The Bridge on the River Kwai has long been regarded as one of the greatest war films ever made. Based on…

    Rheinwiesenlager: The Notorious American Prison Camps That Held German POWs Following WWII

    Rosemary Giles
    American soldier keeping watch over prisoners of war (POWs) held at the Rheinwiesenlager

    There were hundreds of thousands of prisoners of war (POWs) taken during World War II. Under the Geneva Convention, it was required they receive certain…

    The Polish 1st Armoured Division Served As the ‘Cork’ of the Falaise Pocket

    Samantha Franco
    Tanks driving across a field + Polish 1st Armoured Division insignia

    Nicknamed the “Black Devils” by the German military, the Polish 1st Armoured Division was created in the middle of the Second World War. Working with…

    Where Is Hacksaw Ridge, the Location Where Desmond Doss Rescued 75 US Soldiers?

    Rosemary Giles
    Andrew Garfield as Desmond Doss in 'Hacksaw Ridge'

    Conscientious objector Desmond Doss staged one of the most daring rescues of the Second World War, risking life and limb to get 75 of his…

    War History Online | World War 2

    Welcome to War History Online’s World War II category, where we delve into the monumental conflict that shaped the course of the 20th century. Here, we explore the causes, major battles, and enduring legacy of the Second World War, shedding light on the global scale of destruction, the heroic acts of individuals, and the profound social and political changes it brought about.


    Within this category, we provide a comprehensive exploration of World War II, from its origins in the aftermath of World War I to its dramatic conclusion and the subsequent post-war landscape. Discover the strategies and tactics employed by military forces, the technological advancements that revolutionized warfare, and the remarkable stories of resistance, resilience, and heroism exhibited by soldiers and civilians alike.


    Our articles go beyond the surface to delve into the untold stories, lesser-known campaigns, and pivotal moments that shaped the war. Explore the war on multiple fronts, from the European theater to the Pacific, and gain insights into the geopolitical dynamics, diplomatic challenges, and shifting alliances that defined the conflict. Understand the human cost of the war, the atrocities committed, and the profound impact on societies and individuals.


    Through our content, navigate the trenches and battlefields of World War II, unravel the complex web of events, and pay tribute to the brave men and women who fought for freedom and peace. War History Online’s World War II category offers a comprehensive exploration of this pivotal chapter in history, providing a platform to honor the sacrifices made, learn from the past, and ensure that the lessons of the war are never forgotten.