Tag: Military History
Raid on Los Baños – The WW2 Prison Camp Rescue That History Forgot
“The coordinated strike on the camp by 170 U.S. paratroopers and 75 Filipino guerrillas would use the element of surprise to overwhelm the few guards that remained at their posts.” By Bruce Henderson SHORTLY AFTER SUNRISE…
Ecuadorian-Peruvian War of 1941 – Inside the Strange South American Conflict That Raged While Europe Burned
“The conflict, which had nothing to do with the war in Europe or the Pacific, was the result of a lasting border dispute between the neighbouring nations of Peru and Ecuador.” ON JULY 5, 1941, the…
The Empire’s Most Wanted – 10 Mortal Enemies of Ancient Rome
“The famous city on the Tiber certainly had its share of foes. So behold: Ten of Rome’s most hated (and feared) enemies!” AT ITS PEAK, the Roman Empire was home to as many as 90…
Hitler’s Secret War Machines – Nine Nazi Weapons that Violated the Versailles Treaty
“Within weeks of taking office, the Nazi dictator kicked off a clandestine campaign aimed at turning Germany into a global military super power before the end of the decade.” ADOLF HITLER AND THE NAZIS RODE…
Gallant Foes – Seven Astounding Tales of Chivalry in Wartime
“Even in wartime there can still be occasion for acts of chivalry and fair play.” THE BOOK Deeds of Naval Daring was first published in 1877 by British admiral Edward Giffard. Within its 300 or so…
The Samoan Crisis – How Germany and America Nearly Came to Blows Decades Before WW1
“For several months, the two opposing fleets would face off in a tense game of brinksmanship. The standoff became known as the Samoan Crisis.” GERMANY WAS A LATE BLOOMER among Europe’s imperial powers. After attaining nation-state…
