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What is D-Day? How the Normandy landings led to Germany’s defeat in World War II
Day, the first day of the Normandy landings that laid the foundations for the Allied defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II.
What Were The Big Balloons Used For In WW2?
Barrage balloons were used by many countries in WW2, including Britain and the U.S., and played a vital role in the Normandy ...
What is D-Day? Why German chancellor explained Nazi liberation to Trump
German Chancellor Merz came to the White House on June 5. Trump said D-Day was "not a pleasant day" for Germany. It was ...
WW2 veterans return to Normandy for 81st anniversary of D-Day
COLLEVILLE-SUR-MER, France — Veterans gathered Friday in Normandy to mark the 81st anniversary of the D-Day landings — a ...
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Trump Says Germany Being Liberated From Nazis Was “Not a Great Day”
Trump’s wild comment about Germany’s defeat in World War II betrays a weak understanding of world history, framing the Nazis ...
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The 5 Most Unique Aircraft of World War II
The tumult and competition of World War II ignited innovation in military technology at an unprecedented pace. The ...
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Germany’s Do 335 - Twin Engines, One Ruthless Speed Machine
With its unique push-pull engine design, the Dornier Do 335 Pfeil tore through the skies as the fastest piston-powered ...
WWII vets are rock stars in France as they hand over the duty of remembering D-Day
OMAHA BEACH, France (AP) — The D-Day generation, smaller in number than ever, is back on the beaches of France where so much ...
Two World War II vets to attend Rails to Victory reenactments at South Elgin trolley museum
The guests of honor at this weekend’s Rails to Victory World War II reenactment and encampment at the Fox Valley Trolley ...
Ukraine’s Operation Spider Web destroyed more than aircraft – it tore apart the old idea that bases far behind the front lines are safe
Since the invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the Kremlin has leaned heavily on its deep-rear bomber bases — some over 2,000 miles from the front in Ukraine. It has paired this tactic with launching waves of ...