History
Travel to the past with the best history stories, from Ancient Rome to World War II. The Archive has the history stories you crave, from military sagas to exploring the New World.
The Shot Heard Round the World: The Battles of Lexington and Concord, 250 Years Later
Reflecting on the campaign that kicked off the Revolutionary War.
5 Things That Surprised The German Army On D-Day
The German army may not have been surprised by an attack, but the Allied forces had a few tricks ready to go.
The Northernmost Confederate Attack was a Raid on Vermont
St Albans Raid was one of the most controversial events in the Civil War.
9 Little-Known Facts About the History of Memorial Day
Trace the history of America's national day of remembrance.
This Was the Unluckiest U-Boat of World War II
Not only could the U-505 not sink other boats, its crew couldn't even sink the submarine themselves.
A Veteran Soldier Perfected The Ultimate Bank Robbery
Turns out discipline and intense planning lend themselves equally well to army life and grand larceny.
Anna Jarvis and the Surprising History of Mother’s Day
There’s more to the loving holiday than meets the eye.
The Loach Was One of the Riskiest Helicopter Assignments in Vietnam
This tiny scout helicopter, made of plexiglass and metal, was part of a key "hunter-killer" team.
6 Revolutionary War Veterans Survived Long Enough To Be Photographed
These six soldiers were part of an 1863 project to speak to remaining Revolutionary War veterans.
5 Differences Between Army and Marine Corps Infantry
Rediscover the specialities of the Army and the Marine Corps.
This Is Why The U.S. Military Doesn't Use Battleships Anymore
There's a good reason the old battleships are gone.
That Time Britain Planned A Fake Invasion of Norway in WWII
How familiar are you with Operation Bodyguard?
7 Facts About Black Women Who Shaped History
In celebration of Black Women's History Month, discover another side of iconic black women.
Reminder That The Nazis Made A Top General Kill Himself
Even the 'Desert Fox' couldn't escape Hitler's wrath.
This Infantryman Posthumously Received the Medal of Honor
Army Staff Sgt. Travis W. Atkins made the ultimate sacrifice to save his fellow troops.
How General Patton's Granddaughter Is Honoring His Legacy
More than 70 years after his death, the great general's legacy lives on.
Scientific Analysis Reveals the 10 Best Generals of All Time
What happens when you apply baseball's sabermetrics to history's greatest generals? Read this list to find out.
The Man Who Took 42 Nazis Captive With A Longsword
He didn't get the nickname "Mad Jack" Churchill for nothing.
Do We Really Remember the Alamo? 5 Historical Facts You Might Not Know
Separate truth from the legend at the Battle of the Alamo.
John Basilone: The Marine Hero of Guadalcanal and Iwo Jima
Basilone's contributions to two of World War II's major battles left a larger-than-life legacy.
6 Misconceptions About the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Sentinels
Dedication. Precision. Perfection. These guards do it all.
