World War II Articles

The prime minister was also a prolific writer and historian.

Enter for a chance to win two novels and one biography, all centered around this costly conflict.

This attack on a Spanish town allowed Nazi Germany to hone its aerial strategies.

This brutal conflict killed more combatants than all other theaters of the war combined.

The Good Time Girls at War centers around an iconic dance hall.

From the Pacific theater to the coast of France, discover the greatest World War II books.

These spies had murky allegiances. 

These technological advancements influenced the outcome of the war. 

Cordelia E. Cook paved the way for female service members.

The canned meat gained popularity during WWII and evolved into a cultural icon.

This Jewish refugee took a different approach to armoring planes.

Few people were aware of the SOE's existence.

Historian Paul Kennedy chronicles the emergence of a new world order.

The humble bicycle had a suprisingly important role in both world wars.

Now a major motion picture starring Colin Firth, Operation Mincemeat involved a corpse, a fake fiancée, and the successful invasion of Sicily.

He was one of the first to recognize the Nazis were committing genocide.

The accomplished war correspondent was determined to see the action.

A picture is worth a thousand words.

Their reflections on the tragedy are indispensable.

These conflicts had unexpected outcomes.