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Anglo-Saxon soldiers defending a fortified Wessex town against Viking invaders, with shields raised and swords drawn.
Alfred the Great and the Defense of Wessex
Alfred the Great (849–899), King of Wessex, is a towering figure in English history. His reign was marked by pivotal events that helped shape the future of England, particularly his successful defense...
Early hand cannon from the 13th century
The Birth of the Gun: Exploring the Origins of Firearms and Their First Use
Title: The Birth of the Gun: Exploring the Origins of Firearms and Their First Use Did you know that the first gun was developed over 700 years ago, and its evolution has since revolutionized warfare...
German Tiger tank advancing on a battlefield during World War II
The Largest Tank Battle in History: The Battle of Kursk
The Largest Tank Battle in History: The Battle of Kursk Did you know that the largest tank battle in history involved more than 6,000 tanks and stretched across 1,500 miles of frontlines? This colossal...
Black and white photograph of World War I soldiers in uniform, standing in a trench.
The Harlem Hellfighters: A Spotlight on the African American Infantry Unit in World War I
The Harlem Hellfighters, officially known as the 369th Infantry Regiment, was an African American unit that distinguished itself in combat during World War I. Despite facing racial discrimination at home...
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