Exterior of Malbork Castle

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…

Police officer and vehicle positioned in the middle of a roadway

Over 400 Homes Evacuated in Northern Ireland After Discovery of World War II-Era Bomb

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…

Still from 'Apocalypse Now' + Bruce Willis as Lt. A.K. Waters in 'Tears of the Sun' + Clint Eastwood as Gunnery Sgt. Tom "Gunny" Highway in 'Heartbreak Ridge'

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…

Buildings along a street in Colonial Williamsburg

Unexpected Revolutionary War-Era Discovery Made During Construction Work in Virginia

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…

152 mm German naval gun along the Atlantic Wall

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…

A mushroom cloud.

November 1st, 1952: The First Large Hydrogen Bomb is Dropped by the US

Samantha Franco

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…

Rob Riggle speaking into a microphone on stage

Comedian Rob Riggle Continued to Serve In the US Marine Corps, Even After Making It In Hollywood

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…

Claes Bang standing on a red carpet + Ben Kingsley standing on a red carpet

Official Trailer Released for Upcoming Film About William Tell

Clare Fitzgerald

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…

Military portrait of Gabby Gabreski

Gabby Gabreski: Flying Ace of World War II and the Korean War

Todd Neikirk

The first air battles in American war history occurred during World War I, of which the top US pilot was Eddie Rickenbacker. They became more…

Steve McQueen as Capt. Virgil "The Cooler King" Hilts in 'The Great Escape' + Harvey Keitel as Winston "The Wolf" Wolfe in 'Pulp Fiction'

Famous Marines: 9 Celebrities Who Served In the US Marine Corps

Throughout the history of the US Marine Corps, there’ve been many Leathernecks who’ve gained fame through impressive feats of bravery and valor. There are also…

Type 094 nuclear ballistic missile submarine at sea

China’s Newest Nuclear Submarine Sank Earlier This Year, US Officials Confirm

Clare Fitzgerald

China’s People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) suffered a major blow earlier this year when its newest nuclear-powered attack submarine sank pier-side. News of the sinking,…

Model of a South Dakota-class battleship between two supports

The History of the US Navy’s Canceled World War II-Era Battleships

The Second World War produced many legendary battleships – Bismarck, HMS Hood (51), Yamato, Roma (1940) and USS Iowa (BB-61). That being said, the conflict…