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    World War 2 | War History

    ‘Crazy Major’ Henry Dobrzański Refused to Back Down Against the German Invasion of Poland

    Rosemary Giles
    Members of the Detached Unit of the Polish Army on horseback

    Already a well-established soldier by the time the Second World War broke out, Maj. Henryk Dobrzański became even more famous following his service for being…

    German Generalleutnant Ernst-Günther Baade Wore a Kilt Into Combat During WWII

    Rosemary Giles
    Ernst-Günther Baade and another German officer looking over documents at a table

    There certainly wasn’t a shortage of kilt-wearing soldiers during the Second World War, whether they be men who were proud of their Scottish heritage or…

    The Disastrous Operation Aphrodite Killed JFK’s Brother

    Rosemary Giles
    Three Boeing B-17 Flying Fortresses in flight + Military portrait of Joseph P. Kennedy Jr.

    The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress and Consolidated B-24 Liberator were two of the most extensively used heavy bombers of the Second World War. While they…

    Edward ‘Babe’ Heffron: The ‘Easy’ Company Machine Gunner Who Ran Through Enemy Fire to Try and Reach His Friend

    Rosemary Giles
    Group photo of "Easy" Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division + Edward "Babe" Heffron sitting with his comrades

    Edward “Babe” Heffron was one of many American heroes to come out of the Second World War. In particular, he served with E Company, 2nd…

    Looking Back At the Red Army’s Liberation of Auschwitz

    Rosemary Giles
    Red Army soldiers speaking to child prisoners at Auschwitz

    The phrase arbeit macht frei – “work sets you free” – were emblazoned on the sign at the entrance of Auschwitz for prisoners to read…

    Josef Mencik: The Last Knight Who Stood Up to the Germans in World War II

    Samantha Franco
    AI rendering of soldiers standing around a knight on horseback

    When the Germans went to invade Czechoslovakia during the Second World War, it was believed they wouldn’t experience much, if any, retaliation. However, they were…

    Maurice Rose: The Highest Ranking US Officer Killed By the Enemy In Europe During WWII

    Elisabeth Edwards
    Military portrait of Maurice Rose

    Maurice Rose lived through the horrors of the First World War and bravely returned to the battlefield when the global population was plunged into conflict…

    Italo Balbo: The Mastermind Behind Mussolini’s Air Force Died a Strange Death

    Clare Fitzgerald

    There were few in Italy’s governmental hierarchy who disagreed with Benito Mussolini’s decision to side with Germany during the Second World War. One of those…

    Terror In the Skies – The Tragic Story Behind the Downing of the B-17G ‘Wee Willie’

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress 'Wee Willie' falling through clouds after its wing detached

    In the closing stages of the Second World War, the Allied forces launched a barrage of air raids over Germany, in an attempt to destroy…

    USS Independence (CVL-22): The First Dedicated Night Carrier of the US Navy

    Clare Fitzgerald
    USS Independence (CVL-22) at sea

    A number of vessels took part in the fighting that occurred in the Pacific Theater during the Second World War. Among the most unique was…

    Blohm & Voss BV 141: The Asymmetrical German Aircraft That Shouldn’t Have Been Able to Fly – But Did

    Clare Fitzgerald
    Ground crews standing around a Blohm & Voss BV 141 parked on a runway

    The Blohm & Voss BV 141 was designed as a tactical reconnaissance aircraft. While passed over by the German Air Ministry for the Focke-Wulf Fw…

    USS Salt Lake City (CA-25): The Decorated Heavy Cruiser That Made Waves In the Pacific

    Clare Fitzgerald
    USS Salt Lake City (CA-25) at sea

    The fighting in the Pacific Theater during the Second World War showed the might of the US Navy. Among those to distinguish themselves was the…

    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.