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The Darne Machine Gun Could Be Used as Both a Ground and Aerial Weapon
Of the many weapons created at the end of the First World War, the Darne machine gun is certainly one of the less popular. It saw little time in combat before the conflict ended, and by the time the...
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100 Years After She Sank, The Mystery of USS San Diego’s (ACR-6) Tragic End...
Shortly after 11:00 AM on July 19, 1918, the Pennsylvania-class armored cruiser USS San Diego (ACR-6) – formerly known as the USS California – was rocked by an explosion on the ship’s port side, near...
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London’s Abandoned World War II-Era Tunnels Could Be Getting a New Lease On Life
Remnants of the Second World War can be found across Europe, including in London, England. The capital was the target of an innumerable amount of air raids during the conflict and thus a need arose to...
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Official Trailer Released for Upcoming Film About William Tell
The exploits of one of histories greatest folk heroes, William Tell, are making their way to the big screen, and we finally have a sense of what to expect, thanks to the release of the film’s official...
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Comedian Rob Riggle Continued to Serve In the US Marine Corps, Even After...
Rob Riggle isn’t just a familiar face in the entertainment industry – he’s also a decorated military veteran. Prior to gracing our screens with his comedic talents, he was a member of the US Marine...
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November 1st, 1952: The First Large Hydrogen Bomb is Dropped by the US
On November 1, 1952, the United States took a major step in nuclear weapons development by successfully testing its first hydrogen bomb, codenamed Mike. This powerful bomb was detonated as part of...
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The Devastating Invasion That Kicked Off the Second World War
September 1, 2024, marks the 85th anniversary of the German invasion of Poland – and the beginning of the Second World War. Beginning with assaults from the water and on land, and heavily involving air...
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The Battle of Cantigny Forever Changed the US Military
The Battle of Cantigny was the first great American victory of the First World War. With a military that was under-trained and ill-prepared, a win on the global stage was necessary to prove the might...
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10 Weapons the Germans Used to Fight Against the Allied Advance on D-Day
The turning point for the war in Europe, D-Day saw the Allies execute a daring invasion of German-held France via Normandy. Both sides were equipped with a variety of guns and artillery, meaning the...
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Unexpected Revolutionary War-Era Discovery Made During Construction Work in...
Colonial Williamsburg is one of the most notable outdoor museums dedicated to bringing the history of the American Revolution to modern-day society. They’ll further be able to do this following the...
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Fictional Military Leaders We’d Follow Into Battle
When it comes to military movies, directors can get a little carried away with the heroism of leaders. This list of fictional military leaders showcases the best of the best when it comes to...
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Over 400 Homes Evacuated in Northern Ireland After Discovery of World War...
Hundreds of homes were evacuated in Newtownards, County Down, Northern Ireland, after a suspected World War II-era bomb was discovered. The “suspected historic piece of munition” was uncovered at the...
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History of Malbork Castle: From the Teutonic Knights to the Second World War
Malbork Castle has a long and rich history that makes it deserving of its designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 13th-century castle is located in the town from which it received its name and...
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PT-91 Twardy: The Polish Tank That Traces Its Roots Back to the Soviet T-72
When you think of European military powers, Poland might not be one of the first to come to mind – but it should. The country’s armed forces equip a host of powerful tanks, most notably the PT-91...
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The Kamov Ka-50 ‘Black Shark’ Was Battle-Tested in the Harsh Conditions of...
The Kamov Ka-50 “Black Shark” is a Russian single-seat attack helicopter developed by JSC Kamov. The chopper entered service with the Russian Armed Forces in 1995, and has been equipped ever since....
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The USS Intrepid Survived Four Kamikaze Attacks And Continued In Service For...
The USS Intrepid was an Essex-class aircraft carrier built during WWII. Initially operating in the Pacific Theatre, Intrepid would end up serving a wild 30-year long career, which saw her hit by a...
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Decommissioned Soviet Aircraft Carrier Catches Fire in Chinese River
One of the many Soviet aircraft carriers to wind up in China in the years since the bloc’s collapse has been heavily damaged in a fire. Minsk became shrouded in flames and smoke while moored in the...
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British Submarine Found 81 Years After Disappearing Without a Trace
A Royal Navy submarine that seemingly vanished without a trace during the Second World War has finally been located off the coast of Greece. HMS Trooper (N91) was conducting a top-secret mission in...
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The Military is the Reason Why the Amish Have Their Distinctive Beards
The Amish are a group of traditionalist Christian church fellowships known for their relatively “old-fashioned” way of life. As part of living out what they believe to be God’s word, Amish men sport...
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Meet the German Agent in Hollywood Who Altered Iconic Movies
What was Hollywood’s real stance towards Nazi Germany in the decade leading up to the Second World War? In the 1930s, the American film industry produced films that celebrated democratic American...
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