An assortment of articles covering a wide range of topics, from the Revolutionary War to the War of Terror.
The U.S. Army Soldiers were wholly unprepared for what they witnessed when they liberated Holocaust concentration camps; yet they returned humanity to those who had
By William Dennis Hitler’s goal in the December 1944 German counteroffensive through the Ardennes in southern Belgium and Luxembourg was to break through the American
By Damon Penner Brigadier General Stephen Watts Kearny’s march from Fort Leavenworth in present-day Kansas to San Diego, California, during the Mexican War remains one
An assortment of articles covering a wide range of topics, from the Revolutionary War to the War of Terror.
The U.S. Army Soldiers were wholly unprepared for what they witnessed when they liberated Holocaust concentration camps; yet they returned humanity to those who had
By William Dennis Hitler’s goal in the December 1944 German counteroffensive through the Ardennes in southern Belgium and Luxembourg was to break through the American
After years of growing tensions between Great Britain and its North American colonies, on 19 April 1775, open hostilities erupted when British regulars and Massachusetts
On 16 December 1944, the German Wehrmacht launched what would be its last major offensive in the West. After 2,000 guns and Nebelrwerfer rocket launchers
Since its beginning, the U.S. Army, like all other armies of the world, has relied on animals to perform a variety of tasks throughout its
An exploration of the 15,000-plus piece Army Museum Enterprise Art Collection, including works by soldier-artists from World War I, World War II, Vietnam, Operation DESERT STORM, and recent Artists-in-Residence.
An exploration of the 15,000-plus piece Army Museum Enterprise Art Collection, including works by soldier-artists from World War I, World War II, Vietnam, Operation DESERT STORM, and recent Artists-in-Residence.
After years of growing tensions between Great Britain and its North American colonies, on 19 April 1775, open hostilities erupted when British regulars and Massachusetts
On 16 December 1944, the German Wehrmacht launched what would be its last major offensive in the West. After 2,000 guns and Nebelrwerfer rocket launchers
Profiles of the men and women who have worn the Army uniform and their contributions to the Army and the nation.
CSM ‘Doug’ Miller served for six years of combat in the Vietnam War, particularly in MACV-SOG as Special Forces. He was awarded the Medal of
British General Thomas Gage. . . said that “if one John Stark was with them, they would fight; for he was a brave fellow.”
McAuliffe etched his name in U.S. Army lore when he issued a defiant one-word response to a German demand to surrender the American forces holding
Profiles of the men and women who have worn the Army uniform and their contributions to the Army and the nation.
CSM ‘Doug’ Miller served for six years of combat in the Vietnam War, particularly in MACV-SOG as Special Forces. He was awarded the Medal of
British General Thomas Gage. . . said that “if one John Stark was with them, they would fight; for he was a brave fellow.”
By Matthew J. Seelinger In the early years of the Revolutionary War, American militia forces and Continental troops demonstrated they had the will to take
Bought in the thousands to serve a niche yet key combat role of World War II, the L-4 Grasshopper flew everywhere the Army went rolling
Emplaced at dozens of fire support bases (FSBs) across South Vietnam, U.S. Army artillery, including 105mm, 155mm, and 8-inch howitzers, along with 175mm guns,
The weapons, vehicles, machines, and equipment used by the Army to achieve its missions.
The weapons, vehicles, machines, and equipment used by the Army to achieve its missions.
By Matthew J. Seelinger In the early years of the Revolutionary War, American militia forces and Continental troops demonstrated they had the will to take
Bought in the thousands to serve a niche yet key combat role of World War II, the L-4 Grasshopper flew everywhere the Army went rolling
Articles on the forts, camps, and other installations that the Army has called home domestically and abroad.
By Dallas Looney Fort Hunt, located along the Potomac River in northern Virginia, was part of George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate and remained part of the
Fort Wainwright is a powerhouse of Army might, with over 7,700 soldiers posted there.
Fort Michie was a U.S. Army coast artillery post located on Great Gull Island, New York, from 1897 to 1948.
Articles on the forts, camps, and other installations that the Army has called home domestically and abroad.
By Dallas Looney Fort Hunt, located along the Potomac River in northern Virginia, was part of George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate and remained part of the
Fort Wainwright is a powerhouse of Army might, with over 7,700 soldiers posted there.
The 175th Infantry is the oldest continuously operating military unit in Maryland, and the seventh oldest regiment in the U.S. Army.
The “Checkerboarders” fought fiercely in World War II, witnessing 151 days in combat, particularly during the Battle of the Bulge.
The 100th Battalion, 442d Infantry Regiment, carries on the legacy of the 100th Infantry Battalion (Separate) of World War II fame.
Histories of the Army’s divisions, regiments, battalions, and other units that have served the nation in both times of war and peace.
Histories of the Army’s divisions, regiments, battalions, and other units that have served the nation in both times of war and peace.
The 175th Infantry is the oldest continuously operating military unit in Maryland, and the seventh oldest regiment in the U.S. Army.
The “Checkerboarders” fought fiercely in World War II, witnessing 151 days in combat, particularly during the Battle of the Bulge.
Go out and uncover history around you.
Visit the Jason Russell House and Museum to learn more about The Battle of Menotomy, in present day Arlington, MA, which saw the most intense
On 20 July 1807, congressmen, department heads, military officers, and others gathered at a small, 4.5-acre cemetery in Square 1115 of Washington City, the fledgling
Located within the historic Fifth Regiment Armory in Baltimore, Maryland, the Maryland Museum of Military History was founded in 1982 to preserve the history and
Go out and uncover history around you.
Visit the Jason Russell House and Museum to learn more about The Battle of Menotomy, in present day Arlington, MA, which saw the most intense
On 20 July 1807, congressmen, department heads, military officers, and others gathered at a small, 4.5-acre cemetery in Square 1115 of Washington City, the fledgling
“The Cassville Affairs is highly recommended to anyone interested in the Atlanta Campaign.”
“Hess provides an unvarnished perspective of what went right and what lessons were learned from the mistakes encountered in using landmine warfare.”
“[Leeke’s] smooth-flowing narrative touches on various aspects of the World War I era that probably are not generally known either to baseball fans or to
Find your next great read or dive further into your newest favorite topic.
Find your next great read or dive further into your newest favorite topic.
“The Cassville Affairs is highly recommended to anyone interested in the Atlanta Campaign.”
“Hess provides an unvarnished perspective of what went right and what lessons were learned from the mistakes encountered in using landmine warfare.”
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