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All category topics on the military, political, social, and cultural aspects of the Second World War.
All category topics on the military, political, social, and cultural aspects of the Second World War.
Hermann Goering was a prominent figure in Nazi Germany, serving as one of Adolf Hitler's closest associates and holding a number of high-ranking positions in the Nazi government. Despite his initial success as a military leader and his rise to power within the Nazi Party, Goering's reputation was ultimately tarnished…
Omaha Beach is a historic site in Normandy, France, where the Allied forces landed on June 6, 1944, during the Second World War. The beach is located on the coast of the English Channel and is one of five landing beaches that the Allies stormed as part of the Normandy…
Curtis LeMay was an American military officer and aviator who rose to prominence during World War II and the Cold War era. He is known for his aggressive tactics and controversial views on war, which often put him at odds with other military leaders and politicians. This article will explore…
Bastogne, a historically significant town located in the Ardennes region of Belgium, played a crucial role in the Battle of the Bulge during World War II. Although World War Two (1939-45) battles left no geographical scars on North American soil, the international conflict profoundly marked American and Canadian lives, politics,…
Heinrich Himmler is a name that evokes strong emotions and conjures up images of the horrors of the Holocaust. Born in Munich, Germany, in 1900, he rose to prominence within the Nazi Party and eventually became one of Adolf Hitler's most trusted confidants. Himmler's most notable achievement was his…
VJ Day, also known as Victory over Japan Day, marked the end of World War Two and triggered jubilant celebrations across the globe as the Allies achieved their long-awaited triumph over Japan. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="356"] Ed Westcott / US Army / Manhattan Engineer District - Ed Westcott / American…
Simo Hayha was a Finnish sniper who gained notoriety during the Winter War of 1939-1940 between Finland and the Soviet Union. Known as the "White Death," Hayha is credited with 505 confirmed kills during the conflict, making him one of the most lethal snipers in history. In this article, we…
The Luftwaffe, also known as the German Air Force, was one of the most powerful and technologically advanced air forces in the world during World War II. It played a significant role in the German war effort, providing air support for ground troops and conducting strategic bombing raids on enemy…
Vichy France: The Nation Under Incognito Vichy France was a client state in Nazi Germany. Stanley Clark is a community development volunteer and writer. He had worked on several commercials, events, and campaigns before writing full-time in the area of natural health and wellness. He has a particular interest in…
Hideki Tojo was a well-known military general who would go on to serve as the Prime Minister of Japan from 1941 to 1944. Additionally, he was also president of the Imperial Rule Assistance Association and played a more than insignificant role in Japan's military expansion during World War II. Let's…
