War brings out the best and the worst in mankind, it seems. If you liked Sabaton’s newest song, “The Unkillable Soldier,” then you should enjoy the exploits of one Léo Major as well, readers. Click the link to learn more about this man’s amazing achievements! How Léo Major Single-Handedly Liberated A Dutch City From The … Continue reading Too Tough to Die – Or Take Orders
World War II
The Great Sea Hunt
Just picturing this has me in fits. Click the link to learn more, readers! Allied Navies in the Pacific Fought for a Photo of Esther Williams for 70 Years Military.com | By Blake Stilwell Esther Williams may not be a household name today, but during World War II (and beyond), she was an Olympic-level competitive … Continue reading The Great Sea Hunt
Yet Another Livestream
Once again, I was privileged to be on the Superversive Livestream, readers! Anthony Marchetta and I were able to fill two hours discussing the anime and light novel series 86 – Eighty-Six* by Asato Asato. If you remember my piece on mad scientists and have dropped by my newsletter, then you have already learned some … Continue reading Yet Another Livestream
The Eastern Ace
Click the link below to read the rest of this intriguing story, readers! From Zero to Hero- Saburō Sakai-The Samurai of the Skies Feb 26, 2019 Billy Moncure, Guest Author With over 60 victories and over 20 confirmed kills, Saburō Sakai was a legend among Japanese pilots. Not only was his record of victories remarkable, … Continue reading The Eastern Ace
Buried Treasure from World War II…
…or is this just some wild goose chase? The clue that points to hidden riches may not be verifiable, but that is not going to stop people from trying! Click the link to learn more, readers: Treasure Hunters Seek Hidden German Gold Near Polish Palace May 3, 2021 Steve Palace Are 10 tons of ill-gotten gold … Continue reading Buried Treasure from World War II…
The Most Famous Woman to Aid the Resistance in World War II France
To be perfectly frank, reading this article makes me wonder if Stan Lee and Marvel might have been inspired by Nancy Wake when they came up with Peggy Carter. Certainly, Hayley Atwell’s portrayal of the character in Captain America: The First Avenger* seems far more realistic once one reaches the finale for the article. While … Continue reading The Most Famous Woman to Aid the Resistance in World War II France
Crow War Cry
Check out this amazing story, readers! The Inspiring Story Of Joe Medicine Crow, The Last Plains War Chief Who Fought The Nazis During World War II By Genevieve Carlton | Checked By Adam Farley Published November 23, 2021 Born in 1913 on the Crow Reservation in Montana, Joseph Medicine Crow was raised in his people’s … Continue reading Crow War Cry
No Chestnuts Roasting Here, But There Is a Call to “Open Fire!”
If you remember the Sabaton* song “Screaming Eagles” but do not know the story behind it, this article should give you some insight, readers. Click the link to learn more about this account of the brave men who fought in World War II one Christmas season! ‘Nuts!’ US troops thwarted Hitler’s last gamble 75 years … Continue reading No Chestnuts Roasting Here, But There Is a Call to “Open Fire!”
Honor on the Battlefield
A good reminder of our history and heroes, readers: Second Lieutenant Yeiki Kobashigawa, US Army: Medal of Honor Series On June 2, 1944, Yeiki Kobashigawa, 100th Infantry Battalion, led an incredible attack on the Germans in Italy. Fifty-six years later, he received the Medal of Honor for this action. June 2, 2021 Yeiki Kobashigawa was born … Continue reading Honor on the Battlefield
Target Practice at Sea
Check out this amazing footage from Popular Mechanics, readers! Watch Astonishing, Unedited Footage of the Navy Nuking Warships It's arguably the most unsettling nuclear weapons test of all time. BY KYLE MIZOKAMI MAY 19, 2021 In the summer of 1945, the Navy assembled a large fleet of ex-warships and dropped atomic bombs on them. The test was designed to determine … Continue reading Target Practice at Sea