The Incredible True Story of the Christmas Truce
During the Battle of the Bulge, a German family brokered a truce between American and German troops who had become lost in the forest.
Europe
NATO Ineffective as Mediterranean Tensions Build up
Turkish destabilizing actions in the eastern Mediterranean and its conflict with Greece and France spell NATO’s demise.
Film Review: “A Call to Spy” Women SOE Agents Take Center Stage
Atkins is a fascinating character born in Romania, and a Jew, in England the military, distrust her and refuse to grant her citizenship.
U.S. Army Consolidates Commands Under New Four-Star General
The new command, USAREUR-AF, will be run by General Christopher G. Cavoli and will allow for a streamlined strategic approach to new threats.
The Liberator Review: A Different, Animated Look At WWII in Europe
The Liberator centers the 157th Infantry Regiment, Felix Sparks and an eclectic mix of Mexican-Americans, Native Americans, and cowboys.
Polish President Ratifies Deal To Allow Stationing of US Troops
It is primarily a guarantee of security; for Poland and for the whole of this part of Europe,” Poland’s President Duda said.
(Graphic) Terrorist Attack in Vienna, Five Dead Including Gunman
Early this morning, Austrian SWAT teams used explosives to breach the apartment of the killed gunman as they begin their investigation.
British SBS Commandos Storm Tanker in Possible Hijack
The Nave Andromeda sent out a distress signal after seven Nigerian stowaways threatened the crew as they approached the English shore.
The Nazis Murdered Over 100,000 at Babi Yar
Once the Nazis captured Kyiv, they began executting Jews and other “undesirables.” More than 100,000 would meet their end at Babi Yar.
French NATO officer arrested, accused of spying for Russia
The high-ranking officer has been charged with attemtping to transmit sensitive documents to a “foreign power.” Sources now say Russia is behind the breach.
Historical view of intelligence gathering: Europe, Civil War, and Gray Ghosts
The people wanted to know how to exploit the weakness of the upper class and rulers, and military leaders were constantly searching for their enemy’s disposition, plans, and intentions. The early 19th century provided the intelligence officer and their agents with plenty of work.
European Union approves new Libya mission
The European Union has agreed to authorize new naval patrols off the Libyan coast. The deployment of warships is intended to be part of a renewed effort to effectively implement a United Nations arms embargo on the war-torn North African state. The announcement follows Austria’s decision to not exercise its veto right, which it had […]
