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Why Is It Called a ‘Cockpit’?

The flight deck has long been known by a peculiar term—one that probably has to do with roosters.

There’s a lot you may not know about the Duke of Sussex.

9 Surprising Facts About Prince Harry

In the midst of the incessant press speculation and gossip, many less well-known things about the Duke of Sussex have become lost in the shuffle.

10 Battles That Changed History

From the World War II engagement that helped instigate a medical breakthrough to the devastating attack that indirectly contributed to the Renaissance, these battles altered the course of history.

11 Facts About the Battle of Gettysburg

The three-day Civil War battle was a badly needed win for the North—but like all victories, it came with a price.

10 Mysterious Facts About Area 51

Area 51 has been strongly associated with alien sightings and secret government studies for decades. Here are a few facts you might not know about it.

Hanford, Washington, became the site of nuclear experiments.

Green Run: When the U.S. Government Released Radiation in the Pacific Northwest

In the 1940s, residents near Hanford, Washington, were getting dosed with the radioactive equivalent of Three Mile Island every day.

A German submarine not unlike the one destroyed by a poop.

The Turd Reich: The Toilet Malfunction That Sank a German U-Boat

Your history teacher probably didn't tell you about the time the unfortunately named Captain Schlitt's bowel movement sank an entire German submarine.

The 25 Safest Countries in the World

Whether you're planning to live abroad or travel internationally, these are the countries where you'll find the most safety and stability.

What Is SPAM Made Of?

The recipe for SPAM isn't as complicated as its reputation would have you think.

The Sultana, the day before it exploded.

5 Deadly, Explosive Ship Disasters From U.S. History

For centuries, boats have been blowing up with amazing spectacle and horrible tragedy. Here are five ship explosions just as worthy of a three-hour dramatization as the RMS 'Titanic.'

Scientists from the expedition tagging whales in the Santa Barbara Channel.

The Loneliest Whale: Documentary Chronicles a Search for the 52 Hertz Whale

Fifty-two Hertz, dubbed 'the loneliest whale in the world,' has roamed the Pacific for decades, singing at a much higher frequency than other whale species.

In the 1940s, Women Wore Wedding Dresses Made Out of Their Husband's WWII Parachutes

The romantic gesture was a tribute to the heroism of their husbands-to-be who served in World War II.

Edinburgh Castle is an iconic part of the city's skyline.

8 Facts About Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle has loomed above the city since the 1100s, surviving centuries of turmoil to retain its perch above Scotland’s capital.

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

Before writing plans for Memorial Day, check which businesses and institutions will be closed on the federal holiday.

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

The first African American pilots to serve in the United States military, the Tuskegee Airmen helped the Allies win World War II and put the U.S. armed forces on the road to integration.

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

Doris Miller was stationed on the USS 'West Virginia' when Pearl Harbor was attacked. Despite being prohibited from gunnery training due to his race, Miller ended up saving an untold number of lives.

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

Why Are Marines Called 'Jarheads'?

The slang term has been around for decades, but its origins might have less to do with appearance and more to do with mules.

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

6 Heroic Military Cats

Dogs and horses may rightfully claim their share of battlefield glory, but cats have proven themselves just as brave, cunning, and loyal.

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

Anybody can visit a national park for free on Veterans Day—now military veterans and their families can go for free whenever they want.

The flag for the United States Space Force.

7 Facts About the United States Space Force

On December 20, 2019, Donald Trump signed the 2020 National Defense Authorization Act, creating a sixth branch of the U.S. military: The United States Space Force.

Navy planes creating smoke screens during the 1920s.

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

World War I generated lots of new technology, including smoke screens that looked as large and solid as the Wall from ‘Game of Thrones.’

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

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

The federal holiday can prompt changes in business hours and government office closures. Here's what's open and what isn't.

Can you tell that this is real bear fur?

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

The 1.5-foot hats famously worn by the Buckingham Palace guards date back to the Battle of Waterloo in 1815.

Sorghaghtani Beki, Genghis Khan's daughter-in-law, was a powerful ruler.

When Mongol Queens Ruled the Silk Road

The daughters of Genghis Khan ruled nations that controlled the Silk Road, the favored route for trading spices, cloth, pottery, and other goods between China, India, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean.

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