Charles the Bold, Burgundy’s Flawed Reforming Warlord
Charles the Bold was a man who could have changed the face of Europe. Inheriting the Valois duchy of Burgundy in 1467, he was one…
Kilroy Was Here: How A Graffiti Cartoon Bolstered The Troops During WWII
A little comic relief really does work to calm the nerves and reduce tension. A welcome and a nod can make a new and frightening…
Eye-Watering Numbers – The Staggering Cost Of World War One
If you’ve ever wondered why war is so astoundingly expensive, this video will more than answer any questions you’ve had. Indy Neidell, host of the…
This Reindeer Battalion of WWII Was Braver than Soviets, Tougher Than Tanks
The Petsamo-Kirkenes Offensive in 1944, which led to the expulsion of German forces from the northern regions of Norway, would have been severely hampered had…
The Beautiful American Ship USS Constitution Was Built In 1797 And Is Still Afloat Today
“Old Ironsides”, the USS Constitution, has been through it all and lived to tell about it – as her nickname suggests. Built of a study oak,…
The Army Itch And 7 Other Scary Civil War Maladies Which Make Us Thankful For Modern Medicine
Disease accounted for the deaths of 65% of Union soldiers and 62% of Confederates during the Civil War. Those high numbers beat out all other…
The Stories Behind 10 War Songs Which Should Be Remembered
Every war needs a song, we have collected ten songs from the past 300 years that were popular in war. A trip down memory lane!…
10 Facts: Operation Varsity – Crossing Of The Rhine In The Final Months Of World War 2
Throughout history, rivers have divided countries, territories, and armies. They’ve proved to be difficult obstacles, keeping invading troops at bay and keeping countries separated. Of…
The Leftover Coded Messages Of WWII: Why It Took Decades To Solve Secret German Messages
Though World War II ended more than half a century ago, not all of the mysteries of that time in history have been solved. Questions…
The Immense Tet Offensive – One Of The Biggest Campaigns In The Vietnam War
In the late evening hours of January 30, 1968, the Vietnamese New Year began. This annual celebratory event, known as Tet, signaled the coming of…
Nancy Wake – WW2 Freedom Fighter, Allied Agent, And The Gestapo’s Most Wanted
The books and moments of history are filled with memorable names, courageous figures, and moments of sheer ingenuity. Yet not all names are as well…
The Man Who Bought – And Wore – A Medal of Honor He Did Not Earn
Military stories vary widely: some are the moments that make history, secure victories or result in resounding losses. Others are merely moments of day to…