Zeppelins were substantial, metal-framed, long-distance airships. Even before the war, they represented German national pride. In 1900, Graf Ferdinand von Zeppelin (1838–1917) successfully launched his first airship. By flying above enemy lines well above gunnery range, they were used fairly immediately after the conflict began to gather intelligence. Zeppelins were dispatched to … Read more
Hans Baur as a Pilot Hans Baur begins his story by saying, “Without the war, I may have spent my life in an office.” Born in southern Bavaria in the late 19th century, Baur had an ordinary childhood in Munich until 1914. For countless millions across Europe, the First World War marked … Read more
From 1939 to 1945, the world was literally at war. World War II or also known as The Second World War, had almost every country in the world at war. The countries were separated into two groups; Axis Powers and The Allies. Axis Powers consisted of main countries such as Germany, Italy, … Read more
During the American Civil War, haversacks have become very useful for the soldiers’ everyday life, allowing them to keep food rations, personal items, tools, and other articles they needed for survival. In World War II, haversacks still proved to be essential, with the M-1910 haversack becoming the standard pack for all U.S. … Read more
World War 2 was the most extensive and bloodiest war in history, involving 30 countries and resulting in the death of about 75-80 million people. Yet, like many wars on record, WW2 ended due to the military triumph of one side rather than negotiation, with the Allied Powers eventually vanquishing after six … Read more
During World War II, millions of military personnel left their homes to show patriotism and fight for the country. While it is a gallant task, it meant leaving their families at home at a time of anarchy and uncertainty. As soldiers fought adversary forces overseas using guns and warplanes, civilians had their … Read more
While World War I featured the use of first war aircraft, it was during World War II when investment towards military aviation catapulted, and safer, stronger, quicker, and more accurate planes were used mainly for warfare. Aircraft manufacturers from different countries were building units rapidly to meet the spiking demand, but not … Read more
World War 1 is one of the major conflicts that has occurred in the world. It was a conflict that engulfed Europe back in 1914. World War 1 is also known as the Great War which began after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria. World War 1 lasted 4 years … Read more
World War I (1914-18) created the instability in Europe that paved the way for another international conflict, World War II, which erupted two decades later and would prove to be even more devastating. Coming to power in an economically and politically unstable Germany, Nazi Party leader Adolf Hitler rearmed the nation and … Read more
World War 2 was a global war that lasted 7 years; from 1939 to 1945. This war involved the major world powers of that era as well as majority of the world’s countries. The counties which got involved in this global conflict formed two major alliances. On one side, there were the … Read more
World War II was a conflict that involved virtually every region of the world during the years 1939-1945. The main belligerents were the Axis Powers such as Germany, Italy, and Japan, and the Allies, France, Great Britain, the United States, the Soviet Union, and, to a lesser extent, China. The war was … Read more
Over the years, there have been hundreds of World War 2 movies that have been both good and bad. There’s been stories about D-Day, individual companies, leaders, privates, small towns in France, and even specific races and nationalities. While everyone has their own preference to which have been the best, here’s a … Read more