“The Last Kingdom” An Outstanding Tale of Saxons, Vikings, and Intrigue
The protagonist of the Last Kingdom is Uhtred. In an England ravaged by vikings, he fights to find his place and protect his peoples’ lands.
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Remembering Jerry Sage the Inspiration for “The Great Escape”
Jerry Sage was a member of OSS and later Special Forces. Find out why his exploits were a major inspiration for “The Great Escape.”
Bulgarian Officials Arrest Six in Russian Spy Ring Before Elections
Prosecutors played wiretaps for the press where the alleged leader of the Russian spy ring discusses operations and payments with his agents.
The Murder of Julius Caesar: A Watershed Moment for Western Civilization
On March 15, 44 BC Julius Caesar was assassinated. His death ushered in a new era for Rome and Western history.
March 7, 1945, American Infantry Capture a Bridge Over the Rhine
“You’re not going anywhere down there at Remagen. You’ve got a bridge, but it’s in the wrong place. It just doesn’t fit in with the plan.”
German Charged After Supplying Plans of the Bundestag to Russia
Prosecutors say that in 2017, the 55-year old Jens F. sent the PDF files to an officer with Russia’s GRU military intelligence agency.
Bombing of Dresden, Feb. 13-15, 1945, Legitimate Target or Terror?
Historians estimate that the February 13, 1945 Allied bombing of Dresden and resulting firestorm killed some 25,000 people.
Biden Administration Orders Halt to Troop Withdrawals From Germany
“At this very moment…they are all on hold. They will all be reexamined from cradle to grave,” said EUCOM Chief Air Force General Wolters.
A Letter from the Battle of the Bulge
This letter, sent from the Battle of the Bulge, is a stark yet beautiful reminder of the fighting spirit of our Armed Forces.
Need a Mental Palate Cleanser? Watch This Video of Army Helicopters in the Snow
This strangely poetic video of Army helicopters from the 101st Airborne Division is the 1:47 mediation you didn’t know you needed right now.
Remembering Jumping Joe Savoldi, Football Star, Wrestler, and OSS Operative
Having grown up in Italy, Joe Savoldi was a natural for OSS. And winning a bar fight? He could clear the room by himself.
Brexit Contains a Lucky Break for Terrorists, Europol Sources Say
Brexit means that the UK is now blocked from a database that makes it easy to track terror suspects.
