The First Woman to Receive Both the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star
Cordelia E. Cook paved the way for female service members.
How American GIs Brought Spam to the World
The canned meat gained popularity during WWII and evolved into a cultural icon.
The Mathematician Who Saved Hundreds of Flight Crews
This Jewish refugee took a different approach to armoring planes.
36 Eye-Opening Books About the Holocaust
From firsthand accounts to comprehensive studies, these books examine the tragedies of the Holocaust.
Sabotage and Subversion: How Secret Agents Helped Win WWII
Few people were aware of the SOE's existence.
Victory at Sea: The Dramatic Rise and Fall of Naval Powers During World War II
Historian Paul Kennedy chronicles the emergence of a new world order.
The Last Charge of the Bicycle Brigade
The humble bicycle had a suprisingly important role in both world wars.
The Dead Man Who Duped Hitler: The Beyond Bizarre Tale of WWII’s Strangest Operation
Now a major motion picture starring Colin Firth, Operation Mincemeat involved a corpse, a fake fiancée, and the successful invasion of Sicily.
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The Remarkable Life of Abba Kovner, the Holocaust Survivor Who Sought Revenge
He was one of the first to recognize the Nazis were committing genocide.
How Martha Gellhorn Became the Only Woman to Land on Normandy Beach
The accomplished war correspondent was determined to see the action.
The Myth About Carrots and Good Eyesight Came From WWII Propaganda
The British were trying to disguise a superior new technology.
The Hollywood Blacklist Rocked the Entertainment Industry
This Cold War era initiative ostensibly targeted communists.
A New Investigation May Have Solved the Mystery of Who Betrayed Anne Frank
A long-forgotten note may hold the answer.
9 Wartime Pocket Manuals That Put You in a Soldier's State of Mind
These how-to guides will instantly transport you back in time.
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Test of the Torpedoes: The Battle of Tassafaronga
This WWII battle has been called one of the worst naval defeats in U.S. history.
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