World War II Articles

The British were trying to disguise a superior new technology.

This Cold War era initiative ostensibly targeted communists.

A long-forgotten note may hold the answer.

These how-to guides will instantly transport you back in time.

This WWII battle has been called one of the worst naval defeats in U.S. history.

These striking monuments pay tribute to those who served.

Explore one of the darkest times in history.

This light cavalry regiment spearheaded the Normandy landings and the Allied invasion of Germany.

We're giving away 7 essential James Holland books—including his latest release.

The prolific author and historian was a leading expert on Nazi Germany and other momentous events.

This war hero infiltrated Auschwitz as a spy for the resistance.

30 medics, nurses, and airmen found themselves trapped for over two months.

Helen Duncan claimed she had learned classified military information through her psychic powers.

This combined unit is the most decorated for its size in U.S. military history.

The French fleet posed a difficult problem for British officials.

After months of conflict, Allied forces forced German troops to retreat from Rome on June 5, 1944.

The famed businesswoman had direct ties to Hitler’s intelligence agency.

Margaret Rhodes looks back at her life alongside the monarchy.

These military conflicts affected the outcome of the war—and some even changed the face of warfare forever.

These historical gadgets could be smuggled right under the enemy's nose.