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.
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20 Worst Generals Of World War II
World War II picked up the pace after the mechanized warfare in World War I. Not all of its military leaders made the best of it, and some were just awful.
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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.
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The Most Bizarre Things About The Korean Conflict
The Korean War is often remembered for being forgotten, sandwiched between WWII and the Vietnam War. But the deadly Cold War kerfuffle was immensely important.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Best Generals Of The American Civil War
During the Civil War, both the Union and Confederacy produced some brilliant tacticians. These are the best generals of the American Civil War.
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The Tragic Story Of The Sinking Of The Lusitania
In 1915, a German U-boat sank the passenger cruiser Lusitania, with 1,198 souls lost. From unheeded warnings to leaky lifeboats, that fateful day is explained.
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What Life Was Really Like For Civil War Soldiers
The life of a Civil War soldier was far from easy, and at times became very trying, even deadly. This is what life was really like for Civil War soldiers.
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What Life Was Really Like In The WWI Trenches
Trenches were essentially an exercise in misery during World War I. Here's what life within them was really like for soldiers on both sides of the war.
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Surprising Things That Happen After The United States Declares War
The U.S. declares war once in a while, and most people associate this with the mobilization of troops. But there is a lot more that can, and has, occurred.
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The True Story Of The 'Wise Gals' Of The CIA
During World War II, the U.S. government created the direct predecessor of the CIA. Women played a huge role in espionage but working in that role wasn't easy.
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Women Who Led Successful Rebellions
These historic revolts were as different as the women who led them – some were bloodless, others resulted in burned cities and hundreds of casualties.
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Operation Fantasia: The WWII Plot To Fight Japan With Glowing Foxes
During WWII, the U.S. tried to invade mainland Japan with radioactive, glow-in-the-dark foxes. Here's everything you need to know about "Operation Fantasia."
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What Life Was Really Like For Women During The Civil War
A woman during the American Civil War had it pretty rough. Let's look back at the past to find out what life was really like for Civil War women.
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Families Who Fought On Both Sides Of The American Civil War
Here are some of the families whose loyalties were divided between the North and the South in the American Civil War, often with tragic results.
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Deadliest Wars In History
There have been few constants throughout human history. Sadly, throughout our entire existence, war has been an inescapable constant.
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Who Were The Doughboys In WWI?
World War I saw men from several nationalities working with and against each other, and among them, nicknames arose. This is who the doughboys were.
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Everything We Know About Kentucky's Civil War-Era Gold Hoard
In July 2023, a Kentucky man found hundreds of Civil War-era coins. Here's what the man's amazing discovery tells us about their time of origin.
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Celebrities With Family Members Who Survived The Holocaust
Several famous people grew up hearing of their relatives' persecution by the Nazis. Here are some celebrities with family members who survived the Holocaust.
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What It Was Like Living In Berlin During The Cold War
The Cold War had a generations-long impact on the residents of Berlin after World War II. Here's what it was like living in Berlin during the Cold War.
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