A Canadian Officer Rescued the Real Winnie-the-Pooh
The beloved children’s book character was based on a real-life black bear cub.
The Strange, Centuries-Long History of Ski Troops
From 1200 to 2020, soldiers in the Northern reaches of Europe have strapped on uniforms, guns ... and skis.
Beyond Pearl Harbor: 5 Times the U.S. Was Attacked at Home During WWII
World War II extended beyond Europe, northern Africa, and the Pacific Theater...
10 Must-Read Books About the Crusades
The Crusades, although the most defining conflicts of the medieval era, are often misunderstood. These books illuminate their true nature.
Jewish Resistance Fighters Pulled Off the Largest Prison Escape of WWII
In October 1943, 300 Jewish prisoners escaped the heavily guarded walls of the Sobibor extermination camp.
12 Thrilling Military Documentaries on Netflix and More
These documentaries provide insight into the political and daily realities of war.
WWI Nurse Edith Cavell Sacrificed Her Life to Save Hundreds of Soldiers
On October 12, 1915, Cavell was executed for her part in helping over 200 Allied soldiers escape Belgium.
Walter Lord is the Pop Historian All History Lovers Should Read
Lord’s unique combination of historical insight and readability make him the perfect writer for historians of all backgrounds.
Explore New Angles of WWII with 13 Novels That Focus on Untold Stories
These less widely read World War II stories offer readers a meaningful and moving look into the global conflict.
11 Books Behind Great War Movies
From non-fiction accounts to novels, books have inspired some of the greatest war films ever made.
Army Engineers Saw a Need in WWII. One Iconic Vehicle was Created to Fill It
Jeeps come by their rugged reputation honestly—after all, they were created to assist troops in WWII.
A Secret City in Tennessee Powered the Manhattan Project
Oak Ridge, established in 1942, was a key production site of uranium during World War II that fed the labs in Los Alamos.
This War of 1812 Vet Saw the Battle of Gettysburg from his Porch... and Joined It
John Burns showed his commitment to the United States—and its union—until his final days.
The Incredible Story of the Harlem Hellfighters, WWI's Staunch Infantry Heroes
The men who were the Harlem Hellfighters were brave, courageous, and true.
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Check out the latest history book deals, updated daily. Act fast—these deals will be history at midnight!
Watch Unbelievable Footage of an Actual WWII Tank Duel
During the Battle of Villers-Bocage, tanks went head-to-head.
Before the BFG: Roald Dahl, Air Menace To Axis Forces
The children's author's macabre sense of humor and appreciation of darkness were likely sharpened by his combat history.
These 17 Photos Show How Great-Grandpa Got Ready For WWI
See the changes wrought by a single century.
The Larger of Two Evils: Colonized Asia’s Encounter with the Japanese in World War Two
Much of mainland Asia in the 1930s faced an unappealing choice: Western imperialism or Japanese imperialism.
