True North Strong – Meet 12 of Canada’s Most Celebrated War Heroes
“To write Canada off as a nation of pacifists would be a mistake; its citizens have often been quick to answer the call.” CANADA IS NOT a nation that was forged in war. Unlike the United…
The Night Sentinel – WW1 Soldier Recalls the Fear and Wonder of Sunrise on Western Front
“The night was a time for patrols hidden in the darkness. The danger was felt most at the petit poste, the most advanced guard against the enemy.” For nearly the entire First World War, the…
‘Nam Lit — Five Landmark Books About America’s War in Southeast Asia
“The Vietnam War produced a remarkable record of thousands of works of fiction and nonfiction, significantly more books than about any other American conflict in history.” By Mark H. Massé WARRIOR VOICES have resonated through…
A Traitor at Arlington — How Did a Civil War Turncoat End Up in America’s Most Hallowed Cemetery?
“Ormsby had deserted his post… while on picket duty… – taking with him two horses and six pistols – to join up with Colonel John Mosby’s Confederate Rangers.” By James Carson TROOPS OF THE Independent Cavalry…
Sabres and Smoke – New Game Lets Players Refight the War of 1812
“Strategy games like Sabres and Smoke: The War of 1812 put players in the shoes of the generals who fought these battles.” THE WAR OF 1812 remains one of history’s forgotten conflicts. Few today remember the curious…
Lucky Bastard! – Seven Times Adolf Hitler Cheated Death
“Hitler had the Devil’s own luck, but his luck ran out in the end – it’s just a pity it took so long.” By David Lawlor NAPOLEON ONCE SAID that he liked his generals to…
