An Awful Car Killed More Nazi Generals Than World War II
The car of the future was also the downfall of many a high-ranking Nazi.
The Ghost Army: How One WWII Unit Fooled the Entire German Army
A misinformation campaign was vital to the Allied forces' efforts.
10 World War II Propaganda Posters: From Patriotic to Peculiar
Uncover iconic illustrations that helped fuel national opinion during World War II.
How War Pigeons Changed the Course of Battle–and History
The much-maligned birds were some of the most important combatants in World War I and II.
World War II Dive Bombers Whistled Only To Scare Civilians
That iconic, terrifying sound wasn't necessary to the functioning of an airplane.
5 Things That Surprised The German Army On D-Day
The German army may not have been surprised by an attack, but the Allied forces had a few tricks ready to go.
This Was the Unluckiest U-Boat of World War II
Not only could the U-505 not sink other boats, its crew couldn't even sink the submarine themselves.
That Time Britain Planned A Fake Invasion of Norway in WWII
How familiar are you with Operation Bodyguard?
Reminder That The Nazis Made A Top General Kill Himself
Even the 'Desert Fox' couldn't escape Hitler's wrath.
The Man Who Took 42 Nazis Captive With A Longsword
He didn't get the nickname "Mad Jack" Churchill for nothing.
John Basilone: The Marine Hero of Guadalcanal and Iwo Jima
Basilone's contributions to two of World War II's major battles left a larger-than-life legacy.
Ghost Patrol: Meet the Ultra-Secret Allied Unit That Posed as Nazi Stormtroopers
It was one of the most dangerous missions ever undertaken.
10 Best Military Books, According to War Correspondent and Bestselling Author Damien Lewis
War correspondent and bestselling author Damien Lewis reveals the best military books that evolved his thinking and writing on the subject of war.
The Crazy Story of the Only Underwater Sub Battle in History
All the pieces fell into place for this rare historical event.
The British Soldier Who Escaped from Dunkirk by Stealing a Car
James May and six of his fellow soldiers were left behind on the dangerous beaches of Dunkirk.
Shanghai 1937: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the New Documentary
Inspired by Peter Harmsen’s New York Times-bestselling book, the new documentary looks at the beginning of World War II in China.
The WWII Dutch Warship That Pretended To Be an Island to Evade the Enemy
The Dutch brought camouflage to a whole new level.
The Last American Troop Killed in WWII Died After the War Ended
Tragically, one last American life was lost between the announcement of Japan's surrender and the signing of the document.
“The Banality of Evil”: The Take-Down of Holocaust Mastermind Adolf Eichmann
Secret agent Peter Malkin opens up about the capture that inspired the film Operation Finale.
