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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

In June 1944, the Allies led the largest amphibious invasion in history. Here's a look at the history-changing D-Day landings - in color!

22 Stunning Photos of D-Day, Now In Color

A number of unsettling incidents occurred during WWII, and the following are just a few of the ones not regularly taught in school.

5 Hidden Truths They Never Taught You About World War II

The signing of the Japanese Instrument of Surrender signalled the end of World War II, but what were the factors that led to it?

There Was More To Japan's Decision To Surrender At The End of World War II Than Most People Think

Content warning: This article contains graphic descriptions of murder. Please take care while reading. In a case as bizarre as it is tragic, in 2006, Marc and Debra Richardson and their eight-year-old son were brutally murdered in a stabbing attack at their home in rural Alberta, Canada. As the police would later learn, Marc and Debra’s daughter, Jasmine Richardson, was partially responsible for the crimes.

Who is Jasmine Richardson, the 12-year-old who murdered her family with her ‘300-year-old werewolf’ boyfriend?

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

World War II was defined by numerous pivotal battles and missions, each contributing to the final outcome of the war. Here are 20 key missions that played critical roles in altering the course of various battles and, ultimately, the war itself. 1. Operation Barbarossa. In 1941, Nazi Germany launched an...

20 WWII Missions That Made All the Difference

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

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

William L. Calley Jr., the only US Army soldier to be convicted in the 1968 My Lai massacre, which saw more than 300 unarmed Vietnamese civilians killed by US soldiers in one of the most notorious war crimes in American history, has died. He was 80.

William Calley, officer convicted for his role in My Lai massacre during the Vietnam War, dead at 80

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

The US Marine Corps has several legends surrounding it, but which ones are facts and which are no more than myths?

We're Debunking These Commonly Believed US Marine Corps 'Facts' That Are Actually Myths!

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

Dwight D. Eisenhower saw the atrocities of the Holocaust and wanted to ensure the truth couldn't be altered - or denied - in the future.

Many Don't Know Eisenhower Played A Role In Ensuring Justice Was Served For Victims of the Holocaust

The United States has been involved in many wars. Here's the salaries troops earned during each, from the Revolutionary War to Afghanistan.

This Is What Soldiers Were Paid in Every War America Was Involved In

Graves Erskine had an incredible military career. Not only did he serve in WWI and II, he also brought home the body of the Unknown Soldier.

Graves Erskine Fought in Both World Wars and Led the 3rd Marine Division to Victory at Iwo Jima

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

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

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(Reuters) - William Calley, who during the Vietnam War led his U.S. Army platoon into the Vietnamese hamlet of My Lai and carried out one of the worst war crimes in American military history, has died, according to media reports. He was 80.

US soldier Calley, face of My Lai massacre in Vietnam War, dies at 80

Brig. Gen. Chuck Yeager is celebrated as one of the greatest aviators of the 20th century. Famous for becoming the first pilot to exceed the speed of sound, he served in the US Army Air Forces (USAAF) during World War II. While facing down enemy aircraft over Europe, he was shot down but successfully eluded capture with assistance from the French Resistance, eventually achieving the esteemed distinction of “ace in a day.”

This WWII “Ace In a Day” Was The First Person To Shatter the Sound Barrier

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22 Pictures That Provide A Look Back at World War II’s Human Toll

The immense scope of conflict witnessed in World War II surpassed all previous wars in history. Although the Great War, occurring just over two decades earlier,...

22 Pictures That Provide A Look Back at World War II’s Human Toll

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