Lord Of The Rings Details Inspired By J.R.R. Tolkien's Service In WWI
Though J.R.R. Tolkien insisted he never meant "The Lord of the Rings" as allegory, there are aspects that seem undeniably inspired by his service in WWI.
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What Happened To The Bodies At Okinawa?
The Battle of Okinawa was fought between the United States and Japan in 1945 - resulted in almost 250,000 deaths. Here's what happened to the bodies. -
The Untold Truth Of America's WWI German POW Camps
After the U.S. entered WWI, German citizens and civilians in the states, along with soldiers, were detained in POW camps in Georgia and Utah. -
The Most Popular Jobs During WWII
It took millions of combatants to fight World War II -- and millions of civilians to keep them all fed, clothed, armed, connected, and entertained. -
What Happened To Osama Bin Laden's Body?
Osama Bin Laden, leader of the terrorist network Al Qaeda, was killed by American soldiers during the May 2, 2011 raid. Here's what happened to his body. -
The Worst Generals Of The American Revolution
America's independence was hard-fought, with heroes like George Washington coming to the forefront. But there were just as many generals who were failures. -
The Grim Final Words Of Aaron Bushnell, The Airman Who Self-Immolated
At 25 years old, Aaron Bushnell, a U.S. Air Force serviceman, self-immolated in protest of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. These were his final words. -
The 10 Worst Generals Of World War I
WWI was a catastrophe on all fronts, not least of which included the actions of the military men in charge, whose screwups led to the death of thousands. -
These Were The United States' Plans If Japan Hadn't Surrendered In WWII
In August 1945, after atomic strikes and facing huge losses, Japan surrendered, ending WWII. But what if they had kept fighting? The U.S. had plans for that. -
What Hitler Really Thought Of Japan's Attack On Pearl Harbor
When Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, it was a surprise to everyone, even world leaders. Here's what Hitler really thought about it. -
What Happened To Hitler's Wealth After He Died?
During his ascension to power that led to World War II, Adolf Hitler amassed a fortune in a variety of ways. Here's what happened to his wealth after he died. -
Hitler's Lies That People Actually Believed
Adolf Hitler used lies and propaganda to rise to power in Germany and wage the deadliest war in history. Here are some of the falsehoods that found traction. -
What Would Life Be Like If 9/11 Never Happened?
The September 11 attacks changed much in America and ushered in an era of war and fear. But what if 9/11 hadn't happened? -
What Would Have Happened If Hitler Was Caught At The End Of World War II?
Adolf Hitler's enemies were closing in when he died by suicide. But here's what could have happened if Hitler was caught at the end of World War II. -
What The World Would Look Like If WWII Never Happened
World War II drove many atrocities, technological developments, and shifts in the world's socio-political landscape. So what if it never happened? -
Why An American Teacher Was Beheaded Per Hitler's Request
Mildred Fish-Harnack was a teacher from Wisconsin who ended up in Germany during the rise of the Nazi regime. Here's why she was beheaded per Hitler's request. -
How WWI Changed London Forever
World War I brought plenty of change, which could be seen and felt globally, especially in large cities like London. -
Things Found At Adolf Hitler's Death Scene
Adolf Hitler's body was destroyed on his orders, along with many official documents, but there were still lots of things found at his bunker death scene. -
The Untold Truth Of The Army's Intelligence Support Activity
While the CIA might be more commonly known as the secret spy arm of U.S. government intelligence, the Army's ISA really takes the cake. -
The Final Months Of Anne Frank
Anne Frank's diary gave the world a unique view of the terror of Nazi occupation. The last months of her life were darker than any page of her journal. -
The Untold Truth Of The 24th Special Tactics Squadron
The 24th Special Tactics Squadron has a decorated but mysterious history. Here is the untold true of one of the most elite fighting forces in American history. -
Why England Banned White Bread During World War II
During World War II it was all hands on deck and everyone made sacrifices, even of little things. Here's why England specifically banned white bread in WWII. -
The 15 Best Military Commanders In Human History, Ranked
What defines the greatest commander? From the Ancient Greeks through the 20th century, these are the 15 best military commanders in human history, ranked. -
Things Napoleon Left Out Of The True Story
Ridley Scott's "Napoleon" leaves out years' worth of events, plus important context and nuance for the sake of dramatization. Here's the history you won't see. -
The Untold Truth Of Delta Force
The Army's Delta Force avoids attention to preserve its secrecy, but some info has trickled out over the years. Here's the untold truth of the mysterious force. -
A Look At Hitler's Drug Use During World War II
Hitler's seemingly tireless energy and charisma helped his efforts to rally supporters during World War II, but his drug use was likely fueling him all along. -
Here's Where You'll Find The Grave Of Robert E. Lee
Confederate General Robert E. Lee has a complicated history as someone whose been both revered and reviled. Here's where you'll find his grave.
