Motorcycles have been a part of war since they were invented. They are light, fast, and handy for dangerous terrain.
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Stop That Tank! This is how Disney contributed to World War II
FeaturedDuring World War II, most segments of American society contributed to the war effort and this includes the entertainment world as evidenced by the film Stop That Tank! that Walt Disney produced for the Canadian military. The film, which was a collaboration between Walt Disney and the Canadian Department of National Defence, aimed to teach […]
Operation Rype: That time when American agents wanted to hijack a Nazi train and blow up everything on its path
Special Ops“We hoped to succeed by sheer bravado,” William Colby wrote. “This was the kind of direct American action they’d heard about…”
Before the Navy SEALs came the Underwater Demolition Teams
Special OpsEditor’s Note: This article was originally published in July 2021. It has been edited for republication. Since Operation Neptune’s Spear, the raid that killed Osama bin Laden in 2011, the American public and the world at large is quite familiar with the U.S. Navy’s SEAL teams. An avalanche of books, television shows, podcasts, and even […]
Historic former Fort Monmouth is being sold to Netflix
On DutyAccording to the company, Fort Monmouth will be its East Coast hub for production and will energize the local economy.
This Nazi night pistol might have been the first light-fitted pistol
HistoryThis very unique night pistol was used by Hitler’s personal guards in the Wolf’s Lair. Only two of the pistols survive.
The Welbike – A motorcycle for Nazi-killing British paratroopers
HistoryThe Welbike was created to arm British soldiers with a form of transportation after they jumped from planes and itt’s absolutely adorable.
Weapons used by both sides of World War II
HistoryWe all know the Hi-Power was used by both sides of World War II, but it was not the only weapon used in common by the Axis and Allies.
The Bren Gun – A tea-sipping LMG by way of the Czechs
HistoryEverything about the Bren gun is fascinating, from its name to its origins, to its long and accomplished service life.
The S&W Light Rifle – The little carbine that could
HistoryThe S&W Light Rifle tried hard to be a competent fighting firearm, but sadly, it fell short. Let’s explore why.
