The Military Leadership of George Washington
How did the Continental Army, the forerunner of today’s U.S. Army, and its infant officer corps grow to the finest military force and professional officer
An assortment of articles covering a wide range of topics, from the Revolutionary War to the War of Terror.
How did the Continental Army, the forerunner of today’s U.S. Army, and its infant officer corps grow to the finest military force and professional officer
The engagement, remembered as the Battle of Bunker Hill, proved to be the only major battle of the prolonged siege of Boston that lasted until
Lieutenant General Arthur J. Gregg was a trailblazer for desegregation, becoming the first black lieutenant general in U.S. military history.
An assortment of articles covering a wide range of topics, from the Revolutionary War to the War of Terror.
How did the Continental Army, the forerunner of today’s U.S. Army, and its infant officer corps grow to the finest military force and professional officer
The engagement, remembered as the Battle of Bunker Hill, proved to be the only major battle of the prolonged siege of Boston that lasted until
Examine four artworks from the Center of Military History’s Army Museum Enterprise Art Collection on the Revolutionary War.
See four paintings created by Army artists held in the Center of Military History’s Army Museum Enterprise Art Collection.
See the animals the U.S. Army has relied on for tasks and morale alike throughout its history.
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.
Examine four artworks from the Center of Military History’s Army Museum Enterprise Art Collection on the Revolutionary War.
See four paintings created by Army artists held in the Center of Military History’s Army Museum Enterprise Art Collection.
Profiles of the men and women who have worn the Army uniform and their contributions to the Army and the nation.
Kazuo Yamane was a Nisei Soldier who served with with the Military Intelligence Service during World War II. He was, at one time, assigned to
CSM ‘Doug’ Miller served for six years of combat in the Vietnam War, particularly in MACV-SOG as SF. He was awarded the Medal of Honor
British General Thomas Gage. . . said that “if one John Stark was with them, they would fight; for he was a brave fellow.”
Profiles of the men and women who have worn the Army uniform and their contributions to the Army and the nation.
Kazuo Yamane was a Nisei Soldier who served with with the Military Intelligence Service during World War II. He was, at one time, assigned to
CSM ‘Doug’ Miller served for six years of combat in the Vietnam War, particularly in MACV-SOG as SF. He was awarded the Medal of Honor
On display in the Founding the Nation Gallery at the National Museum of the United States Army is a 6-Pounder Gun Tube.
The French Charleville Musket was supplied to the Continental Army, starting in early 1777. The Model 1763 and 1766 muskets became the primary firearm of
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
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.
On display in the Founding the Nation Gallery at the National Museum of the United States Army is a 6-Pounder Gun Tube.
The French Charleville Musket was supplied to the Continental Army, starting in early 1777. The Model 1763 and 1766 muskets became the primary firearm of
Articles on the forts, camps, and other installations that the Army has called home domestically and abroad.
For nearly half a century, Fort H.G. Wright and its companion forts served as guardians at the entrance to Long Island Sound protecting the eastern
Constructed as part of fortifying the U.S. coast during the Spanish-American War, Fort Hunt served a series of important roles in later wars, including military
Fort Wainwright is a powerhouse of Army might, with over 7,700 soldiers posted there.
Articles on the forts, camps, and other installations that the Army has called home domestically and abroad.
For nearly half a century, Fort H.G. Wright and its companion forts served as guardians at the entrance to Long Island Sound protecting the eastern
Constructed as part of fortifying the U.S. coast during the Spanish-American War, Fort Hunt served a series of important roles in later wars, including military
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
“Robins’s book presents . . . challenging realities in a succinct and articulate manner, displaying the differences between good intention versus real world results.”
“If only more historical studies were so critical of the protagonists, to show their complexities and biases, how they can be both heroic and unjust.”
“What makes this work especially impressive are the anecdotes of so many, not only during the battle, but for years after the Battle of Gettysburg,
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Find your next great read or dive further into your newest favorite topic.
“Robins’s book presents . . . challenging realities in a succinct and articulate manner, displaying the differences between good intention versus real world results.”
“If only more historical studies were so critical of the protagonists, to show their complexities and biases, how they can be both heroic and unjust.”
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