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Maria Bochkareva: WWI Founder of the Battalion of Death

Sanctioned by the Tsar, Maria Bochkareva was a female soldier during the First World War. She was later selected to head an all-women battalion on the front line.

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The Balfour Declaration: A Jewish Homeland in Palestine

In November 1917, the British government announced to the world that it supported the Zionist creation of Israel; and it was willing to locate this homeland in Palestine.

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Survivors of the Bomb Tests at Christmas Island (Kiritimati)

In the 1950s both the United States and the United Kingdom tests hydrogen bombs over islands in the Pacific Ocean, with devastating effects.

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World War 1 Letters

During WWI, from the years 1914, to 1918 when the war ended, millions of letters were written. Those letters are now very collectible.

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The Angels of Mons: A Perfect Hoax from World War One

Did ghostly Welsh bowmen, from the Battle of Agincourt, rise up to cover the retreat of beleaguered British soldiers in World War One? No, but many believe that they did.

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Halifax Explosion: The Largest Man-Made Explosion Before Atomic Bombs

1600 dead. Over 9000 injured. 400 permanently blinded. One of the greatest single day disasters of the First World War didn't happen on the front line, but in Canada.

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Flora Sandes: A Female Soldier in the First World War

Back home in England, the Suffragettes were demanding votes for women. Flora Sandes was already in uniform fighting, as a British woman on the front line of World War One.

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Halifax Explosion Pt 2: Nineteen and a Half Minutes to Disaster

Could the Canadian port of Halifax have been saved, if more had been done in those desperate last minutes before the catastrophic explosion of 1917?

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Halifax Explosion Pt 3: WWI Disaster that Devastated Canada

The Halifax Disaster was a blast of apocalyptic proportions. At 2.9 kilotons, it was the largest explosion in the world before the advent of nuclear weapons.

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Flag Display Case: A Proper Way to Display an Honored Flag

A flag display case is a great option whether you have received a burial flag for a deceased Veteran, or just want a decorative way to display a flag indoors.

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American Flag - Texas Flag Controversy in Rockwall County, Texas

Should the US flag be flown at the same height as the Texas Flag? An ongoing controversy in Rockwall County, Texas

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In Praise of the Royal Marines

They are 350 years old today. The Royal Marines have served the UK well during this time, and have made themselves an indispensable part of the defence of the realm.

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Military History

Who Won the Vietnam War?

President Dwight Eisenhower's domino theory in Southeast Asia was the predominant view of the challenge of communism. The Vietnam conflict was predicated on stopping North Vietnam.

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In Harm's Way | Sinking of the USS Indianapolis - A Book Review

The gripping and tragic story of how the United States turned its back on the sailors of the USS Indianapolis, and court-martialed its Captain after the ship sank.

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Other Military Topics

Patriot Guard Riders

The Patriot Guard Riders is a 100% volunteer organization that honors our military heroes, provides military escorts, and comforts the family at the time of their loss.

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Patriotic US Army Biker Patches

Here's a great collection of patriotic biker patches that honor the US Army. Very detailed and unique designs. Proudly wear them on your motorcycle jacket or vest.

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Vietnam Veterans Memorials | Tributes To Our Military War Heroes

The Vietnam Veterans Memorials in Washington DC pay tribute to those who served in the Vietnam War. Some died fighting, others passed away later from injuries; all are true heroes

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