In 1800 Political Parties Used Court-Packing to Establish Legacy. Here’s How.
Parties have used lame-duck judicial appointments to advance their agendas since Marbury and Madison were pups
The Insurrection Act: What it is and the Power it Gives the White House
Tensions are growing over the potentially harmful effects of a showdown in Congress when it meets Wednesday to take up the normally benign process of validating the Electoral College.
Ben Macintyre: Tracking Agent Sonya
In his new book British author Macintyre delves into the hidden life of Soviet communist spy Ursula Kuczynski
Did Servicemen Use Stimulants During World War II?
Got a history question? Ask World War II.
Could a Young Army Pilot Have Prevented the Pearl Harbor Tragedy?
A fateful day—and question—shadowed Kermit Tyler all his life.
Lies and Spies: 5 Espionage Books from Military History
Five spy books recommended by Military History magazine for readers interested in historical accounts of "the Great Game"
Pedal-Powered War Tour
A headless corpse, a slave cemetery, and a kamikaze insect make for a lively Civil War-themed bike ride
M4A1 (76 mm) Sherman
The Sherman proved its mettle against German armor in World War II and later in Korea
Guadalcanal’s Strategic Value Played an Outsize Role in World War II
Walk Bloody Ridge, and it becomes clear why a swathe of otherwise unremarkable ground was so important to the Allies.
Bob Hope for the Holidays
Bob Hope brought stars, jokes and smiles to troops in Vietnam with his USO Christmas show
Curtin Called: The Elite Forces of the Pennsylvania Reserves
The soldiers of Governor Andrew Curtin’s unique Pennsylvania reserves division were some of the best fighters in the army of the Potomac.
WWII Escape Maps Might be the World’s Most Unique Fashion Statement
Wedding gowns made from escape maps are the new black
Book Review: Billy the Kid, A Reader’s Guide
Richard Etulian assesses the vast array of written material and movies about Billy the Kid
