Montana-class battleship: Why was it canceled?
The Montana-class battleships influenced the Iowa-class, cruisers, and destroyers, shaping U.S. Navy designs with advanced firepower, armor, and radar.
The Battle of Hürtgen Forest explained
Learn about the Battle of Hürtgen Forest: a brutal WWII clash marked by harsh terrain, high casualties, German defenses, and debated strategic value.
Operation Sea Lion: Was it ever feasible?
Explore the feasibility of Operation Sea Lion, Germany’s planned invasion of Britain, examining challenges, defenses, and missteps.
The tragic story of the Malmedy massacre
Learn about the Malmedy Massacre: A World War II atrocity where 80 American POWs were executed, sparking outrage and postwar justice efforts.
Lyudmila Pavlichenko: Soviet sniper legend
Lyudmila Pavlichenko was a Soviet sniper of World War II, whose courage and skill made her one of history’s most formidable warriors.