The Leopard I was one of the most iconic tanks of the Cold War, with numerous variants developed for service outside of ...

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A napalm strike erupts in a fireball near U.S. troops on patrol in South Vietnam, 1966 during the Vietnam War.

Over time, there have been some odd vehicles seen on battlefields, but few were as eye-catching as the Type B Bus “Pigeon Loft.” The Allied forces prominently used the vehicles during World War I.

While many focus on the ground invasion when it comes to Germany’s offensive against Poland in September 1939, it’s important to take note of what was happening both on the water and in the air. The ...

For hardcore fans of The Doors, it’s relatively well-known that lead singer Jim Morrison ‘s father was a flag officer in the US Navy. A lesser-known fact is that his father, Capt. George Stephen ...

Following the Second World War and the creation of the US Air Force, the US Army was in need of a new observation and liaison aircraft. This led to the development of what became known as the Cessna O ...

The Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk, despite its overall effectiveness as a stealth aircraft, had a relatively short service life. Here's why.

A famous Hollywood star of the 1940s, through to the ’80s, David Niven featured in numerous popular films, even taking on the role of James Bond. An actor by trade, when the Second World War broke out ...

Clark Gable urging the purchase of War Bonds in support of the 3rd War Loan Drive program, England, 1943. (Photo Credit: PhotoQuest / Getty Images) Roosevelt’s request prompted the Screen Actors Guild ...

The Battle of Osoweic Fortress has become known as the 'Attack of the Dead Men' for the appearance of Russian troops after a gas attack.