D-Day Medals: All Awards From The Invasion of Normandy
Adolf Hitler wore several medals throughout his life, reflecting his military service and political career. Here is the complete list.
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Stories about the Second World War, the countries that fought in it, the different battles, medals and awards, and more WW2-related content.
World War II, spanning from 1939 to 1945, was one of the deadliest and most far-reaching conflicts in human history. It involved the majority of the world’s nations, divided into two opposing military alliances: the Allies (United States, the Soviet Union, the United Kingdom, China, and France) and the Axis (Nazi Germany, Italy, and Japan).
During the war, military medals played a significant role in recognizing and honoring the valor, sacrifice, and service of soldiers across various nations. These are some of their stories.
Adolf Hitler wore several medals throughout his life, reflecting his military service and political career. Here is the complete list.
Explore the different decorations (including Gau badges) issued by the National Socialist German Workers’ Party (NSDAP) from 1920 to 1945.
Adolf Hitler wore several medals throughout his life, reflecting his military service and political career. Here is the complete list.
During WW2, certain medals were awarded for participating in specified military campaigns. Here’s the complete list and data.
Discover the hierarchy of the highest military decorations in the United States, and learn about the bravery recognized by these honors.
Flying aces are military aviators recognized for downing a minimum of five enemy aircraft. These are the top USA aces.
Despite facing discrimination for his beliefs, Doss displayed extraordinary bravery and saved the lives of dozens of wounded soldiers.
Campaign shields were military decorations worn on the sleeves of uniforms to denote participation in specific military campaigns or battles.
Erich Alfred Hartmann was a Geman fighter pilot and the most successful fighter ace of World War II. Here’s his story and medals.
The Tank Corps was created in 1917 from the Heavy Branch Machine Gun Corps. Learn more about the Royal Tank Regiment and their medals.
The Winter War and Battle of Suomussalmi. Joseph Stalin, World War II and the frozen confrontations at the border.
Animals have always been a crucial part of the war effort, as humans have enlisted them to help fight their wars since prehistoric times.
While Erwin Rommel would become one of Germany’s most respected and honored generals, he did not grow up in a military family.
World War I has just ended. France is victorious but it has cost it dearly. It’s necessary for France to defend its frontiers.
How after a disaster in the Eastern front and the possible collapse of the communist giant, the USA and Great Britain helped the Red Army.
The only Marine in World War II to receive the two highest U.S. military medals, John Basilone is an excellent example of a U.S. fighter.
George Halas was a player, coach, and owner of the Chicago Bears. He also served in the Armed Forces and received the Bronze Star during WW2.
We’ve all heard of the famous battle of the Pacific—Midway, Iwo Jima, Okinawa— but there’s a good chance that you’ve never heard of Tarawa.
Flying aces were military aviators credited with shooting down at least five enemy aircraft during aerial combat. These are the top 10 UK’s RAF aces.
Several medals were awarded for the Battle of Britain, the Second World War military campaign in which the UK defended against Nazi attacks.
