Here’s How Charles Jackson French Became a Naval Hero During the Battle of Guadalcanal
Dorie Miller is the most well-known African American hero of World War II. The United States Navy cook was on board the battleship West Virginia…
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…
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…
The White House Added This Feature Following the Attack on Pearl Harbor
Since the cornerstone was laid in October 1792, the White House has always been looked upon as a symbol of freedom, openness and democracy. The…
The Sherwood Rangers’ Road to Victory: From Horseback To Tanks In A Single War
While most soldiers in war are either career military or are forced into service via conscription, some come from volunteer militias. That was the case…
Man Discovers WWII-Era Submachine Guns While Magnet Fishing
A 50-year-old from the United Kingdom has discovered six World War II-era submachine guns while magnet fishing in a canal near the site of the…
The 5 Most Unusual Military Units in History
On the battlefield, any sort of edge can determine who wins and loses. Over time, countries and their militaries have attempted to throw off opponents…
The Interesting History of Wartime Counterfeiting
There has never been a time in history when war wasn’t costly. Of course, it’s costly in terms of death and destruction, but it’s also…
George H.W. Bush Flew 58 Combat Missions As One of the US Navy’s Youngest Aviators
George H.W. Bush had one of the most distinguished military careers of all US presidents. He enlisted in the US Navy at 18 and was…
Humphrey Bogart Used His Real-Life Military Service to Bring Authenticity to His Movie Roles
While Humphrey Bogart is remembered for being one of the greatest Hollywood actors of all time, we should also acknowledge his efforts in the aftermath…
The Amazing Life of Eugene Bullard: Boxer, Nightclub Owner and Military Pilot
Eugene Bullard was the first Black American military pilot, flying combat missions for France during the First World War. He left the United States with…