The History of Churchill and the "V" Sign
The “V for Victory” campaign was introduced by the Allies to boost wartime morale.
Warren Upton, Oldest Pearl Harbor Survivor, Dies at 105
He was also the last crew member of the USS Utah.
The Mysterious Wartime Disappearance Of Music Icon Glenn Miller
The trombone player and conductor led one of the most successful bands of his era before he vanished.
The Best 20th-Century History Books by WWII Correspondent William L. Shirer
He witnessed the war unfold in real time—and shared it with the world.
WWII Airman’s Remains Positively Identified 80 Years After Final Mission
The 11-man crew of Heaven Can Wait was shot down by enemy fire.
Navajo Code Talker John Kinsel Sr. Passes Away at 107
The clandestine communication of the Navajo saved lives on the battlefield and was vital to success in the Pacific.
A Vatican Adoption Scandal Comes to Light in The Price of Children
Author Maria Laurino recently appeared on 60 Minutes to discuss this devastating story.
“Book Are Our Weapons”: How the Council on Books in Wartime Helped the U.S. World War II Effort
Between 1943 and 1947, over 120 million specially-printed paperbacks were distributed to members of the armed forces.
36 Eye-Opening Books About the Holocaust
From firsthand accounts to comprehensive studies, these books about the Holocaust examine the tragedy.
10 Insightful Japanese History Books to Explore the Country’s Legacy
A journey through Japan’s past and its enduring traditions.
The Poem That Launched D-Day for the French Resistance
The French Resistance listened to the BBC intently for signals. When they heard this poem, they knew D-Day was imminent.
20 Indispensable Books About the Pacific Theater of World War II
If you're curious how the conflict played out in this region, you've come to the right place.
A Battle Entirely Airborne: The Battle of Britain
“Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few.”
20 Gripping, Must-Read Books About World War II
When it comes to World War II books, these are the ones that stand out.
An Interview with Charles Lachman, Author of Codename Nemo
His new book focuses on the hunt for a Nazi U-boat.
