The A-10 Thunderbolt II, popularly known as the Warthog, was originally designed as a “tank-killer”. In fact, the entire aircraft was essentially built around a…
When you think about tanks, images of the German Tiger, the American M1 Abrams or the Russian T-72 come to mind. But tanks…
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The Ryan FR-1 Fireball was an American fighter designed by Ryan Aeronautical for the US Navy during the Second World War . It…
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If you look at photographs captured during the mid-20th century, odds are you’ll come across some that feature US Navy aircraft covered in…
The Panzerschreck was an anti-tank weapon designed and primarily used by Germany during World War II. Officially known as the Raketenpanzerbüchse 54, it…
Top Photo: J E Beardwood of the Civilian Technical Corps offers sweets to a young boy and girl on a sunny Bournemouth street.…
In 2006, legendary actor and director Clint Eastwood released two World War II-era films that focused on both the American and Japanese perspectives…
Denholm Elliott was known for his versatile performances in numerous films and television shows. However, before he became a famous actor, he was…
Kirk Douglas Was Chasing Japanese Submarines In the Pacific Before He Became Hollywood’s Leading Man
Kirk Douglas is arguably one of the most famous names to emerge during Hollywood’s heyday in the 1950s and ’60s. Known for taking…