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…
Mexico’s Navy to Host Tours of Former Prison Colony
A former prison colony might not be what you’d expect to visit while on vacation, but that’s exactly what the Mexican government is hoping, with…
USAF’s 23rd Wing Designates New Flagship – ‘The Whale Shark’
The 23rd Wing, a US Air Force Combat Command wing currently based out of Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, has dedicated its new flagship, an…
Airmen Express Outrage Over Distinguished Flying Cross Ceremony
On April 1, 2022, the US Air Force honored four airmen with the Distinguished Flying Cross for their efforts and bravery during the US withdrawal…