The Bittersweet History Behind Armistice Day
The final day of WWI has become an anniversary of respect and remembrance for fallen soldiers.
8 Heartwrenching Books Like All Quiet on the Western Front
These thought-provoking reads reflect on the human impact of war.
The First US Navy Destroyer Sunk by Enemy Fire Has Been Found
A century-old mystery has been put to rest.
The Last Charge of the Bicycle Brigade
The humble bicycle had a suprisingly important role in both world wars.
The Tragic Wartime Sinking of Passenger Ship RMS Lusitania
The torpedo attack killed hundreds of civilians and turned international opinion against Imperial Germany.
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.
The Bittersweet Story of the Christmas Truce of 1914
The holiday spirit brought a ceasefire to the trenches.
10 World War I Novels That Shed New Light on the Conflict
Historical fiction breathes new life into the Great War.
The First Battle of the Marne Reset Expectations for World War I
The Allies went from a panicked retreat to a surprising triumph.
How the Assassination of Franz Ferdinand Sparked World War I
The Archduke was murdered by a Yugoslav nationalist, setting off an explosive chain of events.
WWI Veterans Came Together to Demand Their Bonuses in a 1932 March on Washington
The Bonus Army, abandoned by the government amidst the Great Depression, took matters into their own hands.
Schoolteacher Louise Thuliez Became a Key Resistance Fighter in 2 World Wars
Driven to help, Louise Thuliez aided underground networks in France despite facing an all-too-real threat of execution.
Thrilling Military Must-Reads That Cover Historical and Modern Conflict
These military books will take you back to some of the most thrilling combat zones throughout history.
A Canadian Officer Rescued the Real Winnie-the-Pooh
The beloved children’s book character was based on a real-life black bear cub.
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.
