Modern history has been indelibly shaped by World War II, and its importance cannot be overstated. Involving the vast majority of the globe’s nations, it was the deadliest conflict in human history, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake.
While World War II remains one of the most studied and talked-about historical fields, there’s so much to unpack that it seems like a truly endless subject. We’re here to break down every angle of the conflict.
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Wherever your WWII interest lies, we have a story for you—and many more to come.
Judging from his reading list, Winston Churchill clearly thought a lot about the Roman Empire.
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This theater of war is often overlooked.
Employees discovered a box with a secret compartment.
News of the war's end didn't necessarily travel fast.
An overlooked war front.
These unusual ideas never came to fruition.
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They were trapped on a Pacific island for a year before that.
As his dictatorship came crumbling down, he was captured while trying to flee the country.
By Orrin Grey
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They were actually coming to a small town's rescue.
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If one detail from the past changed, how would our world look different today?
A moving tale, based on true events.
We wouldn't want to cross their paths...
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He was on active duty for 22 years, spanning multiple wars.
The Order of Glory recipient was credited with 59 confirmed kills.
By Sara Kapheim
The animals were transported all the way to the Soviet Union, where they performed critical duties.
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