An Insider’s Look at the Confederate Surrender at Appomattox Court House
It was one of the last battles of the Civil War.
How a Stray Terrier in London Led to the Training of Search and Rescue Dogs
Rip the terrier had a knack for digging through rubble.
4 Facts You Didn’t Know About Roman Gladiators
These combatants of the ancient world still fascinate us today.
How the Aerial Bombing of Guernica Changed the Landscape of Warfare Forever
This attack on a Spanish town allowed Nazi Germany to hone its aerial strategies.
The Only Way Napoleon’s Enemies Could Beat Him Was by Not Fighting Him at All
A curious strategy of retreat was the only option left.
That Time American and Russian Tanks Faced off in a Divided Berlin
Cold War tensions were running high.
Bagpipes Used to Be Classified as Weapons of War
These musical instruments weren't always considered harmless.
Trial by Cheese? Here Are 6 of the Craziest Medieval Ordeals
Some disputes were settled by innovative means, to say the least.
How American GIs Brought Spam to the World
The canned meat gained popularity during WWII and evolved into a cultural icon.
How the Persian Immortals Became Masters of Psychological Warfare
Like many armies, they played tricks on their enemies.
Sabotage and Subversion: How Secret Agents Helped Win WWII
Few people were aware of the SOE's existence.
The Last Charge of the Bicycle Brigade
The humble bicycle had a suprisingly important role in both world wars.
A Confederate Soldier Survived a Head Shot and Spit the Bullet Out 58 Years Later
He also reconnected with the Union soldier who shot him.
The Myth About Carrots and Good Eyesight Came From WWII Propaganda
The British were trying to disguise a superior new technology.
Your Handy Viewing Guide to Military Episodes of The Simpsons
The long-running sitcom that lampoons American life has focused on warfare more than once.
A British Woman Was Convicted Under a Witchcraft Law During WWII
Helen Duncan claimed she had learned classified military information through her psychic powers.
