Military History

Stories of American history, tradition, heroism, weaponry and war.

First look: ‘The Honor Project: Reflections on Courage’

Beginning March 12, "The Honor Project: Reflections on Courage," a special nine-part series from Military Times. Visit Military Times YouTube for more.

6 days ago

In reversal, judge allows removal of Confederate memorial at Arlington

Allegations that the removal efforts amounted to grave desecration “were, at best, ill-informed and, at worst, inaccurate," the judge said.

3 months ago

Workers prepare a Confederate memorial for removal in Arlington National Cemetery on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023 in Arlington, Va.

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Judge weighs removal of Confederate memorial at Arlington Cemetery

A commission recommended the memorial's removal last year after reviewing names of military bases commemorating Confederate leaders.

Workers prepare a Confederate memorial for removal in Arlington National Cemetery on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023 in Arlington, Va.

Judge issues order keeping Confederate memorial at Arlington Cemetery

The Army had planned to remove the memorial this week.

3 months ago

A man salutes after placing a wreath at Arlington National Cemetery, Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023, in Arlington, Va.

Confederate memorial to be removed from Arlington National Cemetery

A Confederate memorial is to be removed from Arlington National Cemetery in northern Virginia in the coming days, a cemetery official said.

3 months ago

A U.S. squad armed with guns and hand grenades closes in on Japanese holdouts entrenched in dugouts during World War II on Attu Island, Alaska, in June 1943.

Last surviving Alaskan taken by Japan during WWII dies

Japan invaded Attu in June 1942 and held the Attuans captive in Japan. The invasion prompted the only World War II battle on North American soil.

3 months ago

23 things veterans carry with them for life

Tinnitus, knee pain, an old pair of combat boots.

4 months ago

6 World War II documentaries you need to watch

Numerous documentaries have ventured to convey the immense sacrifices of WWII.

4 months ago

Civil War artifacts are displayed at a press conference celebrating the early completion of the Congaree River cleanup on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 in Columbia, S.C.

Confederate military relics unearthed in South Carolina river cleanup

Cannonballs, a sword blade and a wagon wheel are among the artifacts found in the Congaree River.

4 months ago

The unsung heroes of the Black Hawk Down incident

Three decades later, a platoon that saw action before and during the Battle of Mogadishu has yet to receive recognition for their valor.

4 months ago

The fight in Gaza will be hell, military experts in urban combat say

A ground offensive in Gaza promises to be long, brutal and costly.

5 months ago

Navy commissions destroyer honoring youngest WW2 Medal of Honor recipient

Pfc. Jack Lucas received 26 operations to remove shrapnel from his torso, arm and face after hurling himself on two grenades to save his fellow Marines.

5 months ago

Race to find Great Lakes shipwrecks before mussels destroy them

Seemingly unstoppable invasive quagga mussels from Russia and Ukraine threaten U.S. maritime history.

6 months ago

This daring Vietnam rescue finally results in Medal of Honor award

The half-hour mission drained all their ammo and nearly their fuel in one of the most daring rescues of the Vietnam War.

6 months ago

3 trailblazing Montford Point Marines die in span of month

The three veterans were among the first Black men to serve in the Marine Corps.

7 months ago

A sign detailing the Battle of Bamber Bridge is seen outside the Ye Olde Hob Inn in Bamber Bridge near Preston, England, Wednesday, June 7, 2023.

UK village marks 80th anniversary of fight against US Army racism

The village of Bamber Bridge in northwestern England is marking the 80th anniversary of what’s now known as the Battle of Bamber Bridge.

9 months ago

6 must-see World War II documentaries

Numerous documentaries have ventured to convey the immense sacrifices of WWII.

10 months ago

A damaged plane sits at the Dallas Executive Airport in Dallas after two historic military planes collided and crashed on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022.

Six killed after vintage military aircraft collide at Dallas air show

Six people were killed after a B-17 Flying Fortress bomber and a P-63 Kingcobra fighter plane crashed during a Dallas air show Saturday, officials said.

16 months ago

Last World War 2 Marine flying ace dies, leaves legacy of service

He has been credited for shooting down seven enemy aircraft in aerial combat.

17 months ago