The Manhattan Project Resulted in the Creation of Another Bomb: Thin Man
To hasten the end of the Second World War, the United States dropped atomic bombs on two Japanese cities; Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Warfare was changed…
Frederick Banting: The Co-Discoverer of Insulin Served in Both World Wars
Shortly before 2:00 AM on October 31, 1920, Frederick Banting woke up from a dream that would change the lives of millions. He quickly scribbled…
US Air Force Offering Up to $50,000 in Bonuses to Combat Low Enlistment
The US Air Force has announced the introduction of bonuses – some up to $50,000 – for recruits looking to join its ranks. It’s just…
USS New York (BB-34): The Only US Ship to Sink a German U-boat In WWI
The USS New York (BB-34) was a US Navy battleship and the lead vessel of her class. Named after the state of New York, she was…
Tom Hanks Bringing ‘Band of Brothers’ and ‘Greyhound’ Sequels to Apple TV+
Band of Brothers and Greyhound fans, rejoice! Tom Hanks has inked an exclusive deal with Apple TV+, which will see sequels to both the HBO…
The US Navy’s First Escort Carrier Shined During the Guadalcanal Campaign
Did you know the US produced 122 escort carriers during World War II? This staggering number makes it difficult to remember the achievements of one…
10 Photos of US Troops Displaying Enemy Flags Like Trophies
The “loss” of a unit or army’s colors refers to the capture of a flag in battle or it being taken away as a form…
George Preddy Jr: The American Ace Shot Down By Friendly Fire During the Battle of the Bulge
George “Ratsy” Preddy Jr. was a US Army Air Forces officer and Air Ace credited with downing 32 1/2 enemy aircraft. This made him not…
Vincent Speranza: The American Soldier Who Went On An Epic Beer Run to Help a Comrade
Soldiers who’ve been injured in battle can often be comforted with items that remind them of home. During the Siege of Bastogne in World War…
The Gewehr 98 Was A Favorite During WWI And For Good Reason
The Gewehr 98 was one in a series of guns designed by Mauser during the 19th century. Like many of their rifles, the weapon was…
WWII-Era Grenade Found in New Zealand French Fry Factory
Imagine the scene: you’re working the night shift at a French fry factory, sorting through thousands of muddy potatoes, when you come across a grenade…
Two Members of the Real-Life von Trapp Family Served in WWII
The von Trapp family’s incredible story is one of the most well-known events of the Second World War. Though not entirely accurate, it was forever…