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The Incredible True Story Of The World War 1 Christmas Truce

During the Christmas Truce of 1914, British and German soldiers sang carols, exchanged gifts, and supposedly even played a soccer game.

By Erin Kelly • Oct 17, 2022

The Incredible True Story Of The World War 1 Christmas Truce

During the Christmas Truce of 1914, British and German soldiers sang carols, exchanged gifts, and supposedly even played a soccer game.

By Erin Kelly • October 17, 2022

25 Before-And-After Pictures Of World War I Soldiers Who Were Helped By Pioneering Plastic Surgeon Harold Gillies

From 1917 to 1925, Dr. Harold Gillies performed more than 11,000 operations for over 5,000 wounded World War I veterans in Britain.

By Genevieve Carlton • Oct 3, 2022

25 Before-And-After Pictures Of World War I Soldiers Who Were Helped By Pioneering Plastic Surgeon Harold Gillies

From 1917 to 1925, Dr. Harold Gillies performed more than 11,000 operations for over 5,000 wounded World War I veterans in Britain.

By Genevieve Carlton • October 3, 2022

A Devastating Wildfire Is Setting Off Bombs From World War I In Slovenia

The wildfire is the worst in Slovenia's history but firefighters are cautiously optimistic that they have the blaze contained.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jul 27, 2022

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A Devastating Wildfire Is Setting Off Bombs From World War I In Slovenia

The wildfire is the worst in Slovenia's history but firefighters are cautiously optimistic that they have the blaze contained.

By Kaleena Fraga • July 27, 2022

The Short, Inspiring Life Of Quentin Roosevelt, Theodore Roosevelt’s Youngest Son

Quentin Roosevelt responded to the call of duty and fought during World War I, but the former president's son was shot down over France on July 14, 1918.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 12, 2022

The Short, Inspiring Life Of Quentin Roosevelt, Theodore Roosevelt’s Youngest Son

Quentin Roosevelt responded to the call of duty and fought during World War I, but the former president's son was shot down over France on July 14, 1918.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 12, 2022

Gavrilo Princip: The Story Of The Serbian Nationalist Who Assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand

On June 28, 1914, Gavrilo Princip fired two shots that would change the course of history, sentencing 40 million to die in war while leaving the entire continent in tatters.

By Gina Dimuro • Jan 3, 2022

Gavrilo Princip: The Story Of The Serbian Nationalist Who Assassinated Archduke Franz Ferdinand

On June 28, 1914, Gavrilo Princip fired two shots that would change the course of history, sentencing 40 million to die in war while leaving the entire continent in tatters.

By Gina Dimuro • January 3, 2022

Meet The Mercy Dogs, The Unsung Canine Heroes Of World War I

Mercy dogs, also known as casualty dogs, were first used by the German Army to help find wounded soldiers on the battlefield and to comfort the dying.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 29, 2021

Meet The Mercy Dogs, The Unsung Canine Heroes Of World War I

Mercy dogs, also known as casualty dogs, were first used by the German Army to help find wounded soldiers on the battlefield and to comfort the dying.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 29, 2021

33 Of The Most Epic War Movies Of All Time

From military dramas like "Saving Private Ryan" to Hollywood blockbusters like "The Last Samurai," these war movies capture the true ravages of battle.

By Marco Margaritoff • Dec 16, 2021

33 Of The Most Epic War Movies Of All Time

From military dramas like "Saving Private Ryan" to Hollywood blockbusters like "The Last Samurai," these war movies capture the true ravages of battle.

By Marco Margaritoff • December 16, 2021

Meet The Donut Dollies, The Unsung Women Who Gave Out Sweet Treats On The Front Lines

Inspired by a simple idea from female volunteers in 1917, the work of the Donut Dollies spanned decades and helped boost the morale of American soldiers during World War II and beyond.

By Jaclyn Anglis • Nov 21, 2021

Meet The Donut Dollies, The Unsung Women Who Gave Out Sweet Treats On The Front Lines

Inspired by a simple idea from female volunteers in 1917, the work of the Donut Dollies spanned decades and helped boost the morale of American soldiers during World War II and beyond.

By Jaclyn Anglis • November 21, 2021

Meet Mata Hari, The Dazzling Entertainer Who Allegedly Became A Deadly World War I Spy

In 1917, Dutch exotic dancer Mata Hari was executed by the French for working with the Germans. But her apparent role as a double agent remains unclear to this day.

By Erin Kelly • Nov 11, 2021

Meet Mata Hari, The Dazzling Entertainer Who Allegedly Became A Deadly World War I Spy

In 1917, Dutch exotic dancer Mata Hari was executed by the French for working with the Germans. But her apparent role as a double agent remains unclear to this day.

By Erin Kelly • November 11, 2021

This Flying Ace Shot Down 26 Planes, Lived Through Two Plane Crashes, And Survived Being Adrift At Sea

His success as a pilot was just one of his many skills. Eddie Rickenbacker survived against all odds multiple times, founded one of America's biggest airlines, and was even asked to run for president.

By William DeLong • Oct 25, 2021

This Flying Ace Shot Down 26 Planes, Lived Through Two Plane Crashes, And Survived Being Adrift At Sea

His success as a pilot was just one of his many skills. Eddie Rickenbacker survived against all odds multiple times, founded one of America's biggest airlines, and was even asked to run for president.

By William DeLong • October 25, 2021