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Tragically, one last American life was lost between the announcement of Japan's surrender and the signing of the document.

Amelia Earhart, Ruth Elder, and Louise Thaden were among the incredible women who fought for a chance to race against men…and won. 

Secret agent Peter Malkin opens up about the capture that inspired the film Operation Finale.

They flew their first mission in June 1942—and quickly developed a reputation for deadly precision.

His heroic act silenced seven enemy machine guns and captured 25 German troops.

Enter for your chance to win five nonfiction books that focus on different points in history. 

The notorious statesman's ability to get out of tight pinches while benefitting himself is beyond compare.

Screenwriter and journalist Stephen Rebello unpacks the controversies surrounding the iconic film.

A group of Navajo men came together in the 1940s to create an unbreakable military code.

The little-known author and journalist captured England and China like few others have.

Peer into prehistory.

Corporal Guy Gabaldon was able to talk troops into surrendering.

Rediscover the icon whose life was as dramatic as her movies.

Seeger's prophetic verse was published posthumously, after he fell at the Battle of the Somme. 

Like the sinking of the RMS Titanic, the 1956 shipwreck was one of the worst maritime disasters of the 20th century. 

The American Mail Company successfully forced the U.S. Post to bring down its postal rates.

These gripping films illuminate one of American history's darkest chapters.

He retired in 1904—but the Army wasn't done with him. 

Grant Moves South explores the legendary general’s pivotal successes and military strategies.