The History Of WW1, The Great War That Ended 20 Million Lives

The Secret Message Of A World War 1 Carrier Pigeon Was Rediscovered Over A Century Later In A French Field

The carrier capsule contained a note handwritten by a Prussian soldier.

By Natasha Ishak Jul 11, 2025

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The Secret Message Of A World War 1 Carrier Pigeon Was Rediscovered Over A Century Later In A French Field

The carrier capsule contained a note handwritten by a Prussian soldier.

By Natasha Ishak July 11, 2025

The Halifax Explosion: The Devastating Maritime Collision That Produced The Largest Explosion Of The Pre-Nuclear Age

On December 6, 1917, two ships collided in Nova Scotia's Halifax harbor — triggering a devastating explosion and tsunami that killed 1,800 people.

By Austin Harvey Jun 8, 2025

The Halifax Explosion: The Devastating Maritime Collision That Produced The Largest Explosion Of The Pre-Nuclear Age

On December 6, 1917, two ships collided in Nova Scotia's Halifax harbor — triggering a devastating explosion and tsunami that killed 1,800 people.

By Austin Harvey June 8, 2025

An Amateur Diver In England Purchased A World War I Shipwreck On Facebook For Just $400

Dom Robinson of Plymouth, England just fulfilled his childhood dream of owning his own shipwreck when he bought the 1917 wreck of the SS Almond Branch on Facebook Marketplace.

By Austin Harvey May 2, 2025

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An Amateur Diver In England Purchased A World War I Shipwreck On Facebook For Just $400

Dom Robinson of Plymouth, England just fulfilled his childhood dream of owning his own shipwreck when he bought the 1917 wreck of the SS Almond Branch on Facebook Marketplace.

By Austin Harvey May 2, 2025

World War I Diary Recounting The Horrific Battle Of The Somme Found In The U.K.

Pvt. Arthur Edward Diggens' diary was written in pencil and spans from February 13, 1916 to October 11, 1916. It ends rather abruptly — but not because the soldier was killed in battle.

By Marco Margaritoff Apr 18, 2025

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World War I Diary Recounting The Horrific Battle Of The Somme Found In The U.K.

Pvt. Arthur Edward Diggens' diary was written in pencil and spans from February 13, 1916 to October 11, 1916. It ends rather abruptly — but not because the soldier was killed in battle.

By Marco Margaritoff April 18, 2025

The Astounding Story Of The Paris Gun, The German Superweapon Used During World War I

The largest weapon of World War I, the Paris Gun, also known as the Kaiser Wilhelm Gun, was used by the Germans to attack the French capital in 1918.

By Amber Morgan Apr 10, 2025

The Astounding Story Of The Paris Gun, The German Superweapon Used During World War I

The largest weapon of World War I, the Paris Gun, also known as the Kaiser Wilhelm Gun, was used by the Germans to attack the French capital in 1918.

By Amber Morgan April 10, 2025

Cher Ami Saved 200 Men During World War I — And He Was Also A Pigeon

He became one of the most decorated pigeons of World War I.

By Katie Serena Nov 15, 2024

Cher Ami Saved 200 Men During World War I — And He Was Also A Pigeon

He became one of the most decorated pigeons of World War I.

By Katie Serena November 15, 2024

World War 1 Hand Grenade Mistaken For Potato Found In Chinese Chips Factory

The century-old grenade was still functional and Hong Kong police had to quickly detonate the device in an abandoned alley.

By Marco Margaritoff Sep 4, 2024

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World War 1 Hand Grenade Mistaken For Potato Found In Chinese Chips Factory

The century-old grenade was still functional and Hong Kong police had to quickly detonate the device in an abandoned alley.

By Marco Margaritoff September 4, 2024

44 Autochrome Images Of World War I That Bring The Great War To Life

Captured by Albert Kahn's fearless photography team, these early color photos of World War I help reveal the human side of the conflict.

By Kaleena Fraga May 27, 2024

44 Autochrome Images Of World War I That Bring The Great War To Life

Captured by Albert Kahn's fearless photography team, these early color photos of World War I help reveal the human side of the conflict.

By Kaleena Fraga May 27, 2024

Archaeologists In France Unearth American World War I Military Hospital

Massive military hospital complexes were set up across France during World War I — and now archaeologists have uncovered one near Savenay, along with a trove of items left behind by American soldiers.

By Austin Harvey May 23, 2024

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