World War II

The USS Bismarck Sea was the only U.S. Navy ship named for the 1943 battle.

The Red Express provided the logistical lifeline to the Allies in Europe.

If it weren't for 12 escapees from a Japanese POW camp, Americans wouldn't know about the incident until after World War II.

The legendary actor John Wayne didn't serve in World War II, even when many of his contemporaries did.

World War II bomber pilot John "Lucky" Luckadoo flew B-17 Flying Fortresses over France and Germany between June and October...

The use of penicillin as a treatment didn't become widespread in the United States military until 1943.

Celebrate National Doughnut Day with the sweet treat that landed at D-Day, Da Nang and everywhere else U.S. troops were sent.

After 25 dogs of war gave their lives to save Marines recapturing Guam, the Corps gave them a final resting place.

Maynard "Snuffy" Smith may not have been a likable guy, but he earned the Medal of Honor as an Army Air Forces airman during...

Josephine Baker was a worldwide sensation at a time when Black performers were playing to segregated audiences in the United...