Why You'd Never Survive As A Soldier During WWII
World War II wasn't all machine guns and mortar shells -- soldiers also had to watch out for exploding dogs, rotgut liquor, disease, and starvation.
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What Is The World's Fastest Missile?
The world's fastest missile can travel 27 times the speed of sound, is maneuverable, and can carry a nuclear bomb, but it doesn't belong to the U.S.
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WWII Details Too Horrific For History Class
World War II is often taught in broad strokes: the players, the battles, and the atrocities. In reality, many of the details are too horrific for history class.
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What's The Difference Between Memorial Day And Veterans Day?
Memorial Day and Veterans day are both federal holidays that honored members of the United States Military, but how are they different from one another?
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11 Battles That The Allies Actually Lost During WWII
Before key Allied victories turned the tide of World War II in 1942 and '43, the war was going badly for the Allies. Here are some important battles they lost.
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What Do Those Letters And Numbers On Military Aircraft Mean?
We are so accustomed to numbers and letters on military aircraft that we may not even really think about it, but there is a whole system behind what they mean.
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These Were Hitler's Plans For Japan During And After WWII
Japan was one of Nazi Germany's key allies during World War II. Here's what Hitler hoped to gain from the alliance -- and what it could have meant for Japan.
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Adolf Hitler's Bizarre Hunt For The Holy Grail Explained
Adolf Hitler's nefarious efforts to create a new world order included a bizarre hunt for the Holy Grail, led largely by his right-hand-man, Heinrich Himmler.
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Famous People Who Actually Served In The Vietnam War
Millions of young Americans served in the armed forces during the Vietnam War. For some, those experiences became the foundation for highly visible careers.
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The Worst Ways To Die In World War II
World War II was the most deadly conflict in the history of humanity, but there were some ways to die that were particularly horrific.
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Strict Rules U.S. Marines Have To Follow
Considering the level of discipline we associate with the United States Marine Corps, it's not surprising that Marines have strict rules they must follow.
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Military Battles That Were Worse Than You Thought
History is littered with bloody battles that claimed the lives of combatants and civilians alike, but a few notable battles were even worse than you thought.
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What Your History Class Didn't Teach You About WWII
History class probably taught you a lot of things about World War II, but it can only cover so much. Indeed, lots is left out from such curriculums.
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What The Final Year Of Hitler's Life Was Really Like
The final year of Adolf Hitler's life was a turbulent one. Through the years, we have learned more about the fateful days that led to his defeat.
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Why Did WWII Helmets Have Nets?
If you've ever watched a WWII movie or seen images of the conflict, you've probably seen those helmets with nets. Maybe you even wondered what they're for.
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What It Was Like The Day Hitler Died
On April 30, 1945, one of history's most infamous evil villains ignominiously died. But was it like for everyone else on the day that Adolf Hitler died?
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Famous People Who Actually Served During WWII
Millions of people fought and died in the worldwide conflict that befell the globe from 1939 to 1945, and a few of those who served in WWII were pretty famous.
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The Bizarre Way The Phrase 'Heil Hitler' Saved Millions Of Lives In WWII
"Heil Hitler" was the defining slogan of the Nazi Party amid its rise to power and horrific war crimes. But it also helped save lives amid the conflict.
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18 Most Bizarre Details Everyone Ignores About WWII
As the deadliest and most catastrophic war ever fought by humanity, it may be no surprise that everyone has largely ignored a few details about WWII.
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The 6 Absolute Worst Fighter Planes That Existed During WWII
World War II saw huge technological advancements in aviation, but not all of the inventions succeeded. Some of the fighter planes, in particular, were failures.
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What Do Four Stars On An Army Uniform Mean?
Whether you know people in the military or have watched a movie or TV show covering it, you might have wondered what the four stars on a U.S. Army uniform mean.
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The Final Months Of Anne Frank
Anne Frank's diary gave the world a unique view of the terror of Nazi occupation. The last months of her life were darker than any page of her journal.
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These Were The United States' Plans If Japan Hadn't Surrendered In WWII
In August 1945, after atomic strikes and facing huge losses, Japan surrendered, ending WWII. But what if they had kept fighting? The U.S. had plans for that.
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10 Worst Ways To Die During The Vietnam War
The Vietnam War was a notoriously horrific conflict. Here are some of the worst fates that befell the combatants and civilians who didn't survive.
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Strict Rules Guards Of The Tomb Of The Unknown Soldier Have To Follow
Arlington National Cemetery's The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a solemn memorial to the ultimate sacrifice. Its guards have strict rules they have to follow.
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The 10 Worst Generals Of World War I
WWI was a catastrophe on all fronts, not least of which included the actions of the military men in charge, whose screwups led to the death of thousands.
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Lesser Known Heroes Of World War II
An huge amount of people were involved in World War II but we usually only hear about a few names. Here are some of the lesser known heroes of World War II.
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