11 Books About World War II's Eastern Front
This brutal conflict killed more combatants than all other theaters of the war combined.
The Only Way Napoleon’s Enemies Could Beat Him Was by Not Fighting Him at All
A curious strategy of retreat was the only option left.
That Time American and Russian Tanks Faced off in a Divided Berlin
Cold War tensions were running high.
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30 Essential World War II Books That Examine Every Angle of the Conflict
From the Pacific theater to the coast of France, discover the greatest World War II books.
Bagpipes Used to Be Classified as Weapons of War
These musical instruments weren't always considered harmless.
11 Must-Read Books About World War II Weapons
These technological advancements influenced the outcome of the war.
8 Fascinating Facts to Know About the Wars of the Roses
We're taking a look at this series of influential English civil wars.
The Taiping Rebellion and Hong Xiuquan, Self-Proclaimed Younger Brother of Jesus
He led the bloodiest civil war in world history.
The Last Shots of the American Civil War Were Fired in Russia
The CSS Shenandoah wasn't ready to surrender.
5 Famous Military Leaders Who Made an Impression in the Air and on the Battlefield
They're impossible to forget.
The Mathematician Who Saved Hundreds of Flight Crews
This Jewish refugee took a different approach to armoring planes.
The Pueblo Revolt Quashed Spanish Influence in New Mexico
The 1680 rebellion drove the Spaniards out of the province for 12 years.
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6 Fascinating Coups That Have Shaken the World
Sudden and illegal seizures of power have the capacity to change world history.
The Spanish Reconquista: Real Military Campaign or National Myth?
As it turns out, it's a bit of both.
How the Persian Immortals Became Masters of Psychological Warfare
Like many armies, they played tricks on their enemies.
The Carnyx: Music on the Iron Age Battlefield
This wind instrument was designed to intimidate opponents.
The Failed Irish Rebellion of 1798
This major uprising against British rule was ultimately suppressed.
Victory at Sea: The Dramatic Rise and Fall of Naval Powers During World War II
Historian Paul Kennedy chronicles the emergence of a new world order.
The Last Charge of the Bicycle Brigade
The humble bicycle had a suprisingly important role in both world wars.
The Dead Man Who Duped Hitler: The Beyond Bizarre Tale of WWII’s Strangest Operation
Now a major motion picture starring Colin Firth, Operation Mincemeat involved a corpse, a fake fiancée, and the successful invasion of Sicily.
