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10 Weird Weapons and Gadgets From Military History

The ancient Greek "Claw of Archimedes," as imagined by Renaissance architect Giulio Parigi.

10 Weird Weapons and Gadgets From Military History

Memorial Day 2021: What's Open? What's Closed?

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Memorial Day 2021: What's Open? What's Closed?

10 Inspiring Facts About the Tuskegee Airmen

Col. Benjamin O. Davis (left), commanding officer of the 332nd Fighter Group, and Edward C. Gleed, group operations officer, stand in front of a plane in Ramitelli, Italy, in March 1945.

10 Inspiring Facts About the Tuskegee Airmen

Doris Miller, the Naval Cook Who Became a Hero of Pearl Harbor

Doris Miller saved a number of lives during the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Doris Miller, the Naval Cook Who Became a Hero of Pearl Harbor

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Why Are Marines Called 'Jarheads'?

Why are Marines known as jarheads? The answer may have something to do with mules.

6 Heroic Military Cats

Pooli the cat modeling her uniform on her 15th birthday.

10 Surprising Facts About Band of Brothers

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The Kansas Shoe Salesman Responsible for Veterans Day

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All Military Veterans and Gold Star Families Can Now Visit National Parks for Free

Yellowstone National Park

11 Things to Remember This Veterans Day

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What's the Difference Between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?

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7 Facts About the United States Space Force

The flag for the United States Space Force.

This Video From 1923 Shows a U.S. Biplane Creating a Smoke Screen to Conceal Itself in Open Waters

Navy planes creating smoke screens during the 1920s.

Veterans Day 2020: What's Open? What's Closed?

Many businesses remain open on Veterans Day, and some even have special offers for military members.

The Queen’s Guard May Have to Give Up Their Iconic Bearskin Hats

Can you tell that this is real bear fur?