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The Char B1 was a French tank that posed a serious threat to German Panzer units. It wasn't, however, enough to stop the country's surrender.

This French WWII Tank Was Incredibly Effective Against German Panzerdivisions

While many military bases remain in use for decades, some become abandoned and are left to fall victim to the elements of Mother Nature.

8 Abandoned Top Secret Military Bases From Around the World Revealed

Maj. Digby Tatham-Warter led his men into the Battle of Arnhem with a rather mundane, yet unusual item: an umbrella.

Digby Tatham-Warter Disabled a German Tank With Only an Umbrella During World War II

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Incident Summary: On Wednesday, August 7, 2024, during the 3m springboard preliminaries at the Olympic Games in Paris, American diver Alison Gibson faced an unfortunate incident that led to a score of 0.0. Competing to secure a place in the semi-finals, the 25-year-old Texas-born athlete experienced a collision with the diving board that significantly impacted her performance.

Heart-Stopping Moment: Alison Gibson’s Dive Ends in Disaster at the 2024 Olympics

The following are 21 of the wildest photos taken during the Second World War. See a completely different side of the conflict.

20 Forgotten Photos of World War II That Everyone Needs To See At Least Once

The M240 machine gun was introduced in the 1970s. Having seen use in a number of conflicts, it's favored by the US Army and Marine Corps.

Why Do Both US Marines and the Army Swear By This One Machine Gun?

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Hollywood child stardom has taken its toll on many actors through the decades. Lani O'Grady, for one, found fame in the 1970s on the TV family series, Eight is Enough. O'Grady followed in the footsteps of her brother, actor Don Grady, an original Mouseketeer and member of another popular TV family show: My Three Sons. Their mother, Mary B. Grady, was a talent agent who represented several child actors. But Lani, who would also eventually become an agent, died in 2001 just one week before what would have been her 47th birthday.

TV's 'Eight is Enough' Star Lani O'Grady Found Fame Early in Life but Died a Tragic Death

Maj. Gen. Maurice Rose was killed just months before the end of WWII, an abrupt and unjust ending to the decorated WWI veteran's life.

The Inspiring, Yet Tragic, Story of the Highest-Ranking American Officer Lost to Enemy Fire In Europe During WWII

BAE Systems has been awarded a $493-million contract to continue producing the M109A7 self-propelled howitzer and M992A3 ammunition carrier for the US Army. It includes production and delivery between August 2025 and July 2026, ensuring sustained supply to the US Army’s Armored Brigade Combat Teams (ABCT). “We are focused...

US Army Awards BAE Additional $493M M109A7 Howitzer Contract

A group of road workers in Chartres, France made an incredible discovery one day, pulling a World War II-era light tank from the ground.

French Road Workers Stumbled Upon A Giant WWII Relic Hidden Right Under Their Feet

The First Special Service Force was a joint Canadian-American commando unit that was nicknamed the 'Devil's Brigade' by the German Army.

The Legacy of The WWII-Era ‘Devil’s Brigade’ Can Be Traced To Modern Commando Units

The Martin B-26 Marauder was initially accident prone. Despite this, it went on to become one of the most successful medium bombers of WWII.

This US Bomber Was Nicknamed the "Flying Coffin," But Found Success By the End of World War II

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

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Photos show that the jets are primed for air-to-air operations, with each one equipped with multiple Sidewinder and AMRAAM missiles.

Super Hornet fighter jets loaded with supersonic missiles spotted in Middle East ahead of potential Iranian attacks: report

Operation Downfall was the proposed American invasion of the Japanese home islands toward the end of the Second World War.

Nearly 500,000 Purple Hearts Were Made In Preparation for The American Invasion of Japan That Never Happened

Gen. George Patton went down history as one of America’s most beloved military figures, and his popularity was only exceeded by his accomplishments on the battlefield. Hailed as one of World War II’s most uncompromising leaders, he began his education at the prestigious US Military Academy West Point, where he proved a promising candidate. This continued into his career.

11 Photos of George Patton You Probably Haven’t Seen Before

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Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

The IJN Shinano was intended to replace the aircraft carriers Japan lost during the Battle of Midway. She was sunk during her maiden voyage.

The Massive Warship The Imperial Japanese Navy Built In Secret During World War II Was Only Ever Filmed Twice

During World War II, Japan trained kamikaze frogmen to help defend against a potential Allied invasion of the country.

Japan Got So Desperate That It Trained 1,200 Kamikaze Frogmen to Attack the Allies in World War II

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Digby Tatham-Warter: The British Major Who Disabled a German Tank With an Umbrella

Allison “Digby” Tatham-Warter might be the most interesting member of the British Army to have fought during World War II. Known for his humor and aggressive...

Digby Tatham-Warter: The British Major Who Disabled a German Tank With an Umbrella

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