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Wolf Packs – The Battle of the Atlantic, at a given signal, the U-boats simultaneously launched their torpedoes at multiple targets & then slipped away

Silver streaks on the dark water. Terrifying explosions ripping across the night sky. Silent marauders slipping away and a few hundred thousand tonnes of shipping,…

Technologies Which Were Developed In War & Then Found A Place In Civilian Life

The technology of war is constantly evolving, as old systems are revamped, and new ideas and concepts are created. With two World Wars occurring during…

“IT AIN’T TOO BAD” – RIP Louis Kalil, Last Living Member who fought in WWII’s Most Decorated US Platoon at Battle of Bulge

War History Online presents this Guest Article by Alex Kershaw He was the last living member who fought in WWII’s most decorated US platoon which…

The Raid on Alexandria – Military History of Italy in WW2

War History Online presents this Guest Article by Bruera Clément Italy’s military history of World War II is not well known by that many people; this…

Nine Essential Places In France For War History Enthusiasts To Visit

The top countries in Europe offer a variety of post-war sites to see, whether your interest lies in World War II, World War I or…

The Incredible WW2 Story Of Intrepid Espionage Agent Bill Chong: Agent 50

By Catherine Clement Not every secret agent is flashy and well-dressed like James Bond. In fact, sometimes the most unassuming individuals prove to be the…

This Epic Siege In World War II Lasted For More Than 100 Days

War History online proudly presents this Guest Piece from Evan Pinter In history, there have been many great examples of heroic last stands. Among the most…

WW2 German Ace Stumbled Across a Crippled B-17 and Escorted It Home

Truly touching moments of humanity, ethics and morals are rather rare in warfare. The Christmas Truce of WWI was an excellent example of such humanity,…

German War Children, civilian survival in WWII – There was hardly any food, in the last year pretty much none

War History Online proudly presents this Guest Article from Annette Oppenlander. When we examine the history of WWII, we often focus on the myriad of battles…

Queen Elizabeth II, The War Years

On Thursday, April 21st, Britain celebrates the 90th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second. The Queen is  both the oldest and the longest…

Battle of Berlin – The Soviets Hammering The Nail In the Coffin Of The Third Reich

For a war that left 60 million dead, countless lives permanently destroyed and hundreds of thousands homeless and in need, the Battle of Berlin proved…

The Best of the Best: Luftwaffe Aces of WWII

The Ace Fighter cult came to prominence during the First World War, which was the first conflict that utilized the use of aircraft in a…