# War
9 Bloodiest Battles of the Civil War by The Numbers
The American Civil War was and remains the bloodiest war in American history. With over 600,000 casualties, none of the…
Deadly Smoke: The Worst Chemical Weapons Attacks of the 20th Century
Chemical warfare has long been considered as one of the worst ways to fight a war. Starting in World War…
This Inept Italian General Killed More of his Own Men Than his Enemies
When history is filled with military leaders who inspire awe, the only word that can describe Italian General Luigi Cadarna…
Today in History: The Irish Easter Rebellion Begins (1916)
On April 24, 1916, during the peak of World War I, the British had a lot of problems that they…
Ancient Men of War: The 5 Most Effective Roman Commanders
Many armchair generals have a list of their favorite commanders packed away in the back of their mind somewhere. For…
Today in History: Famous Pilot The Red Baron is Killed in Action (1918)
World War I saw the introduction of airplanes into combat situations. Powered planes were used by Italy in 1911 for…
Today in History: First Blood is Spilled in the Civil War (1861)
On April 12, 1861, the American Civil War officially began when the newly formed Confederacy attacked Fort Sumter, South Carolina.…
Paul Revere Didn’t Finish his Famous Midnight Ride…and he Wasn’t Alone
Paul Revere's lonesome ride at midnight to warn the colonies that the "British were coming" is something that every American student…
Fugitive Fascists: 8 Nazis Who Got Away
May 1945. As the Allies march through Germany and begin to encircle Berlin, the loyalty of the highest echelons of…
Today in History: The American Civil War Begins (1861)
On April 12, 1861, the American Civil War officially began with the attack on Fort Sumter, South Carolina. The war…