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Che Guevara is a name that is synonymous with revolution and rebellion. The iconic image of his face, captured in Alberto Korda’s famous photograph, has become a symbol of resistance across the world. But who was Che Guevara really, and what is the truth behind his legacy? Ernesto “Che” Guevara was born in Argentina in…
The largest Axis POW escape of World War II refers to the mass escape of thousands of Italian and German prisoners of war (POWs) from Camp 59 in Servigliano, Italy, on September 14, 1943. The event was a major embarrassment for the Allies and a propaganda coup for the Axis powers, who saw it as…
The Nazinsky Cannibal Island is a dark and disturbing chapter in the history of the Soviet Union. The story of the island serves as a reminder of the brutality of the Soviet regime and the human cost of authoritarianism. In 1933, the Soviet government exiled thousands of people to the Nazino Island in the Tomsk…
John Clem is known as the youngest combat soldier in the history of the United States. He was born on August 13, 1851, and at the age of 10, he ran away from his home in Newark, Ohio, to join the Union Army during the Civil War. When he arrived at the army camp, he…
In the aftermath of World War II, the Philippines was left devastated and in chaos. The country had been occupied by the Japanese, and during the war, many Filipinos had been killed or displaced from their homes. As the country began to rebuild, there was a surge of reported attacks by the Aswang, mythical creatures…
The Winter War, which took place between the Soviet Union and Finland, was a significant conflict that began on November 30, 1939, and lasted for three and a half months until the signing of the Moscow Peace Treaty. During the war, a company of Soviet troops was sent to reconnoiter the Khibiny Mountains but never…
During World War II, numerous high-ranking Nazi officials were responsible for atrocities against humanity. Many were eventually captured, tried and punished for their crimes. However, there were also several top Nazis that managed to escape justice and evade capture. As the war ended, the hunt for the escaped Nazis became one of the most massive…
Wojtek the War Bear, also known as “Soldier Bear,” was a brown bear who served as a mascot and even a soldier in the Polish Army during World War II. He was found in Iran by a group of Polish soldiers who had been evacuated from the Soviet Union and adopted by them. Wojtek quickly…
There have been many alleged sightings of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) throughout history, but one of the most intriguing stories is the Extraterrestrial Battle of 1979, which is said to have taken place in New Mexico. According to reports, a group of US military personnel were involved in a skirmish with extraterrestrial beings in the…
The Transatlantic Slave Trade, which lasted from the 16th to the 19th century, was one of the largest forced migrations in human history. Millions of Africans were forcibly transported from their homes and sold as slaves to European colonizers in the Americas. The legacy of this trade continues to be felt around the world, with…
Umrao Singh was a brave soldier who fought for the British Indian Army during World War II. He was awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest military honor in the British Empire, for his valorous actions during the Burma Campaign in 1944. Born on July 21, 1915, in a small village in Punjab, India, Umrao Singh…
The Winged Hussars were a legendary cavalry unit in Poland-Lithuania during the 16th and 17th centuries. They were known for their impressive and unique appearance, with wings attached to their backs and brightly colored uniforms, as well as their impressive combat skills and bravery in battle. The Winged Hussars played a key role in many…
The Ku Klux Klan is a white supremacist organization that has a long and violent history in the United States. It was formed in the aftermath of the Civil War and Reconstruction, as a means of terrorizing and suppressing African Americans and their allies who sought to exercise their newly won civil rights. The Klan…
During World War II, it was not uncommon to see fighter planes with elaborate and often risqué paintings on their noses. This became known as “nose art” and it had its origins in the early days of aviation. As aircraft technology advanced, pilots began to personalize their planes with unique markings and designs. Nose art…
Mao Zedong was a Chinese communist leader who played a significant role in the formation of the People’s Republic of China. Born on December 26, 1893, in Shaoshan, Hunan province, Mao was the son of a wealthy farmer. Mao’s early years were marked by poverty, and he received only a few years of formal education….
One of the lesser-known legends of World War I is the story of a sea monster that supposedly sunk a German U-boat. According to the tale, the incident occurred in 1915 when a German U-boat was patrolling the waters off the coast of Scotland. The submarine was suddenly attacked by a massive sea creature that…
During the Vietnam War, the Viet Cong (VC) utilized an extensive network of tunnels throughout the country. These tunnels were used for everything from living quarters to weapons storage, and presented a major challenge for American troops. To combat this, the U.S. military developed a specialized unit known as the “Tunnel Rats.” The Tunnel Rats…
Erich Hartmann was a German fighter pilot during World War II and the most successful fighter ace in the history of aerial warfare. Hartmann survived the war, but was later captured by Soviet forces and spent years in the Gulag, the Soviet Union’s vast network of forced labor camps. Despite the brutal conditions and the…
For a long time, the Vikings were known as ruthless raiders and conquerors who pillaged and plundered their way through Europe. However, recent discoveries have shed new light on their history, particularly their early presence in North America, long before Christopher Columbus set foot on the continent. Thanks to a new dating technique that analyzes…
In the world of conspiracy theories, few are as bizarre as the alleged connection between former President Richard Nixon, comedian Jackie Gleason, and extraterrestrial life. According to the story, Nixon showed Gleason the bodies of dead aliens stored in a secret government facility. While this might sound like the plot of a bad sci-fi movie,…
Lewis Burwell “Chesty” Puller was a United States Marine Corps officer who served in various conflicts, including World War II and the Korean War. Puller is widely regarded as one of the most decorated U.S. Marines in history, having received five Navy Crosses and numerous other medals for his bravery and leadership. Born in Virginia…
George S. Patton was one of the most well-known American military figures of World War II, having commanded troops in North Africa, Sicily, and Europe. His aggressive leadership style and bold tactics earned him a reputation as a brilliant strategist, but it also made him a controversial figure. Following his untimely death in December 1945,…
Walter Nowotny was a German fighter pilot and Luftwaffe ace during World War II. He was one of the most successful pilots of the war, with a total of 258 kills to his name. Nowotny was known for his aggressive tactics and his ability to fly his plane to the limits of its capabilities. He…
Quanah Parker was the last Comanche chief, born in the early 1850s in Texas, the son of a Comanche chief and a captive woman of European descent. He grew up in a world of conflict, as the Comanches fought to retain their land and way of life against white settlers and the U.S. government. In…
William Wallace is one of Scotland’s most iconic figures, and his story has been the subject of countless books, films, and television shows. He is often referred to as the “Real Braveheart” due to his role in the Scottish Wars of Independence against England. Although much of his story has been romanticized and exaggerated over…
Gunnery Sergeant Hartman, played by actor R. Lee Ermey, is perhaps one of the most iconic characters in the history of cinema. His portrayal of a tough and uncompromising drill instructor in Stanley Kubrick’s 1987 war film Full Metal Jacket has become legendary, and has spawned countless imitations and parodies. But who was the real…
The idea of a grand pyramid conspiracy in America is one that has been around for decades, and it involves a belief that a group of powerful elites are secretly controlling the country from behind the scenes. This conspiracy theory has been fueled by various factors, including the presence of mysterious symbols and imagery on…
The legend of the Rougarou has been a part of Louisiana folklore for centuries, and while there is no concrete evidence to suggest that the mythical creature fought in the War of 1812, it is possible that stories of the Rougarou may have been used to inspire fear and intimidate enemy forces during the conflict….
In the early years of the State of Israel, the fledgling nation found itself facing numerous military threats from its Arab neighbors. One of the key factors that allowed Israel to prevail in the 1948 War of Independence was the contribution of a group of foreign mercenary pilots who volunteered their services to the Israeli…
Charles Cullen, born in 1960, is a former nurse and serial killer who is known to have murdered at least 29 patients while working at various hospitals in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Cullen is considered one of the most prolific serial killers in American history, and his case highlights the vulnerability of patients in the…
Mansa Musa was a wealthy West African ruler who lived from 1280 to 1337. He was the tenth Mansa (Emperor) of the Mali Empire, which was located in present-day Mali and parts of West Africa. Mansa Musa is often considered the richest person in history, with his net worth estimated to be around $400 billion…
General Smedley Butler is a name that is not often recognized in American history, but his legacy as a vocal critic of US foreign policy and the military-industrial complex has had a lasting impact on anti-war movements and advocacy for peace. In his book “War is a Racket,” published in 1935, Butler argues that war…
Clive “Killer” Caldwell was an Australian fighter pilot who served during World War II and became one of the most successful aces of the conflict. Despite his impressive record, Caldwell has been largely forgotten by history, overshadowed by other more famous pilots such as the American “Flying Tigers” or British “Big Wing” pilots. Nevertheless, Caldwell’s…
Carlos Hathcock was a United States Marine Corps (USMC) sniper who is considered to be one of the most effective snipers in American military history. Hathcock was born on May 20, 1942, in Little Rock, Arkansas, and grew up in rural Arkansas. He enlisted in the USMC in 1959 and became a sniper in 1966….
General George S. Patton, Jr. was a key figure in the Allied victory during World War II. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest military leaders in U.S. history, renowned for his strategic brilliance and fearless leadership. However, his death on December 21, 1945, has sparked numerous conspiracy theories that suggest he may…
Field Marshal Georgy Konstantinovich Zhukov was a prominent Soviet military commander during World War II and one of the most renowned military strategists in history. Born on December 1, 1896, in Strelkovka, Kaluga Oblast, Russia, he was the son of a peasant family. Zhukov graduated from a military academy in 1924 and began his career…