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U.S. Army soldiers on Bougainville (one of the Solomon Islands) in <World War II>. Japanese forces tried infiltrating the U.S. lines at night; at dawn, the U.S. soldiers would clear them out. In this picture, infantrymen are advancing in the cover of an <M4 Sherman> tank, U.S. Army, <https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/National_Archives_and_Records_Administration> PD-USGov-Military-Navy
The Solomon Islands Campaign
The Solomon Islands Campaign was a pivotal chapter in the Pacific Theater of World War II. Today, the Solomon Islands are known for their pristine beaches and rich marine biodiversity, [...]
Closing In: The Battle of Saipan
Closing In: The Battle of Saipan marked a crucial turning point in the Pacific Theater of World War II. Following the decisive American victory at the Battle of Midway, the [...]
Rosie the Riveter” Inspiration Has Died
"Rosie the Riveter" Inspiration Has Died. As the number of Pearl Harbor survivors continues to dwindle, we also find ourselves saying goodbye to other iconic figures from World War II. [...]
The outlaw <Robert Ford>, who lived from 1860 to 1892, in an undated photograph by an unknown author reportedly posing with the weapon he used to assassinate <Jesse James>. It is assumed the image is in the Public Domain in the United States as Ford died in 1892, meaning the image was made prior to 1923, <http://www.legendsofamerica.com/PicturePages/PP-Outlaws-10-BobFord.html>
An Unexpected Aviation Milestone
An Unexpected Aviation Milestone occurred on February 28, 2019, marking a dramatic turning point in the history of commercial aviation. When Japan launched its attack on Pearl Harbor, it triggered [...]
USS Juneau: Another Historic Find for RV Petrel
USS Juneau: Another Historic Find for RV Petrel – On March 17, 2018, the research team aboard Paul Allen's renowned vessel, Petrel, made yet another groundbreaking discovery. The wreckage of [...]
George Murray Turns 100
George Murray Turns 100 on March 31, 2019. A survivor of the Pearl Harbor attack, he marked this incredible milestone surrounded by his wife of 72 years, four daughters, 10 [...]
Wreckage of the USS Ward Found
The wreckage of the USS Ward has been discovered, solving a 73-year-old mystery that ties back to one of history’s most significant events. Hours before the infamous attack on Pearl [...]
The Other Yamamoto – An American Hero
The Other Yamamoto – An American Hero is a story of bravery, resilience, and unshakable loyalty to one’s country, even in the face of immense adversity. In 1936, a young [...]
Calvin Graham – The Youngest Recruit
Calvin Graham – The Youngest Recruit stands as an unforgettable story of courage and determination. When the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor occurred on December 7, 1941, it sent shockwaves [...]
Signing ceremony of the Tripartite Pact of the Axis Powers; seated at the front left (from left to right) are Ambassador Saburō Kurusu (leaning forward), Foreign Minister Galeazzo Ciano, Adolf Hitler (slumped in his chair) and Foreign Minister von Ribbentrop (standing), Heinrich Hoffmann,<https://nationalinterest.org/blog/buzz/meet-original-axis-evil-hitler-mussolini-and-tojo-145727>
An Axis is Formed: The Tripartite Pact
On September 27, 1940, representatives from Japan, Italy, and Germany convened in Berlin to sign the Tripartite Pact, a mutual defense treaty that would forever alter the course of World [...]
Was the Attack on Pearl Harbor Illegal?
Was the attack on Pearl Harbor illegal? This question has lingered in historical discourse, sparking debates about international law, wartime ethics, and Japan's role in one of the most [...]
MARINETTE, Wisconsin (July 14, 2016) The future USS Detroit (LCS 7) conducts acceptance trials. Acceptance trials are the last significant milestone before delivery of the ship to the Navy. (U.S. Navy Photo courtesy of Lockheed Martin-Michael Rote/Released), Lockheed Martin/U.S. Navy Photographer/Michael Rote, <http://www.navy.mil/view_image.asp?id=223368> PD-USGov-Military-Navy
Ships of Pearl Harbor: USS Detroit
Ships of Pearl Harbor: USS Detroit stands as a testament to resilience and valor, embodying a unique legacy in naval history. As an Omaha-class light cruiser, USS Detroit (CL-8) was [...]
