Author: Samantha Franco
Samantha Franco is a content writer with a BA and MA in history, focusing on Victorian, medical, and epidemiological history. She has written content for multiple sites covering an array of historical topics.
Today in History: July 11th, 1804
Alexander Hamilton is slain by Aaron Burr in a duel On this day in 1804, a deadly duel took place between two prominent American figures:…
Korean War Helicopters That Were Vital to Those Serving In the Conflict
The Korean War took place between 1950-53 and saw the UN coalition forces operate a plethora of military vehicles, including helicopters. The United States, in…
The Spencer Repeating Rifle Saved ‘A Thousand Lives’ During the Battle of Hoover’s Gap
When the Spencer Repeating Rifle was first recommended to the US Department of War, it was turned away due to the notion it would be…
The Battle of Cantigny Forever Changed the US Military
The Battle of Cantigny was the first great American victory of the First World War. With a military that was under-trained and ill-prepared, a win…
The Short Career of the Civil War-Era Double-Barreled Cannon
The double-barreled cannon is as cool as it sounds. It can shoot two cannon balls at the same time that, when attached by a chain,…
Discovery of Shipwreck Off New York Coast May Be Linked to the Legendary SS Savannah
The discovery of a large piece of what appears to be ship wreckage drifted ashore on Fire Island near Long Island, New York following a…
Despite Being Prone to Crashing, the Loach Helicopter Was Favored By Pilots In Vietnam
The Hughes OH-6 Cayuse was a revolutionary rotorcraft operated during the Vietnam War. Adopted after the company behind its design deceived the US Army, the…
A Father and Daughter Just Discovered a 152-Year-Old Shipwreck While Fishing in Green Bay
When Tim Wollak took his daughter Henley on a fishing trip on Lake Michigan, he didn’t expect to find anything more than fish. However, as…
Today in History: July 15th, 1799
The Discovery of the Rosetta Stone On July 15, 1799, a discovery was made that would forever change the field of Egyptology and our understanding…
Grumman F-14 Tomcat: The Versatile Fighter Made For Top Gun Pilots
The Grumman F-14 Tomcat is one of the most iconic aircraft to ever be operated by the US Navy, with it serving as the primary…
History of Malbork Castle: From the Teutonic Knights to the Second World War
Malbork Castle has a long and rich history that makes it deserving of its designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 13th-century castle is…
Fictional Military Leaders We’d Follow Into Battle
When it comes to military movies, directors can get a little carried away with the heroism of leaders. This list of fictional military leaders showcases…