Women like her began serving in World War II, when a shortage of military personnel created a demand for female service members. Since 1776, the five branches of the armed forces have
U.S. Coast Guard recruits in Cape May, NJ remember the somber, yet heroic occasion of Douglas Munro’s death. Credit: DVIDS. The machine gun bullets stitched across the water until one struck Coast
Dolphins are not only incredibly smart, but literally built for speed under the water. Credit: wearethemighty.com. In April of this year, fishermen from the northeastern Norwegian hamlet of Tufjord watched as a
The Purple Heart is a United States military decoration to honor those who have been wounded or killed in action. It is among the highest honors available for those who serve in wartime or
Military service takes a special kind of strength. It’s the ultimate act of patriotism: an oath that means you could fight, and possibly die, for your country. For countless years, Black Veterans
Trick or treating wasn’t always the exciting custom we know it as today. It’s here! Whether you love Halloween, or would prefer skipping straight to the Thanksgiving turkey and Christmas presents, you
This scene depicts the Ghost Army replacing real vehicles with inflatable tanks. Two Frenchmen who passed by were astounded at their strength. Credit: Air & Space Magazine The 23rd Headquarters Special Troops
Medal of Honor recipients Jack Lucas, Willie Johnston, and Kyle Carpenter (left to right). The Medal of Honor is a prestigious military award — in fact, the most prestigious of them all
World War 2 was important for a plethora of reasons. It was a conflict involving the entire face of the Earth, hence its name, and was partly born of the unsettled issues
A Veteran salutes at the NYC Veterans Day Parade. Credit: Business Insider Veterans Day on November 11 and people across the nation will be celebrating the 18.2 million Americans who have served
