The Seven Years War
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 18 JUN 2009 by Bill Trotter
Called (perhaps rightly) the first "world war", the Seven Years War spanned the globe and saw such dramatic changes as England taking control of Florida and Prussia demonstrating its much feared reputation of iron discipline. Read more in this historical overview of the war.
Eye On Afghanistan
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 8 JUN 2009 by Wile E. Pathan
In the first of a monthly series focusing on the events unfolding in Afghanistan, we take a look at events leading up to this point and possible strategies going forward.
The Luftwaffe Field Divisions
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 21 SEP 2005 by Michael Eckenfels
The idea of turning technical Luftwaffe personnel into rifle-carrying infantrymen was one of many disasters perpetrated by the German High Command during World War II. Michael Eckenfels provides an in-depth article on the history of the Luftwaffe Field Divisions.
Holocaust Remembrance Day
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 27 JAN 2005 by Lloyd Sabin
The Wargamer's Lloyd Sabin shares his thoughts about Holocaust Rememberance Day, January 27, 2005.
When Gaming Meets History #8: The Inspiration of the Eagles
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 27 JUN 2004 by Bill Wilder
The Wargamer's historical guru "Wild" Bill Wilder returns from a long break with a comprehensive new historical article on the 101st Airborne's operations during World War II. This is Part 2 of 3.
When Gaming Meets History #7: The Inspiration of the Eagles
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 20 JUN 2004 by Bill Wilder
The Wargamer's historical guru "Wild" Bill Wilder returns from a long break with a comprehensive new historical article on the 101st Airborne's operations during World War II. This is Part 1 of 3.
The Famous Fourth: The 4th Infantry in Normandy
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 27 JAN 2004 by Al Berke
Al Berke explores the military actions of the U.S. 4th Infantry during World War II in the first weeks following D-Day.
Dien Bien Phu – A Fatal Gamble
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 3 JAN 2004 by Bill Wilder
"Wild" Bill Wilder explores the dramatic battle at Dien Bien Phu which would oust the French from Vietnam and see the U.S. enter the region not 10 years after.
The Wargamer's Library: Islands of Fire
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 25 DEC 2003 by Will Trotter
Will Trotter vists the contents and historical background of two World War II books, Churchill's Folly and Pacific Alamo, which discuss important sea battles in the Aegean Sea and at Wake Island.
100 Years of Flight, 20 Years of Sims
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 17 DEC 2003 by Chris Abele
December 17 marks the 100th anniversary of the Wright Brothers’ first manned flight. Read on as we remember that event by looking at two decades of flight sims.
Task Force Drysdale
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 16 NOV 2003 by Bill Wilder
"Wild Bill" Wilder recounts the story of British Lt. Colonel Douglas Drysdale and his Task Force charged with relieving two regiments of trapped Royal Marines during The Korean War.
The Rats Return to the Desert
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 26 OCT 2003 by Bill Wilder
"Wild" Bill Wilder shares the military actions of the British Army in the land war of the first Persian Gulf War.
Iwo Jima - Doorstep to Hell
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 5 OCT 2003 by Bill Wilder
"At the beginning of 1945, the major thrust of the United States military was in the Philippine Islands. Joint Marine and Army forces had for the most part conquered the island of Leyte and were moving on to the larger Luzon. The fighting, hard and bitter, was nevertheless moving United States forces toward the ultimate goal of conquering the Empire of Japan."
A Killing Match - The 2nd Battle of El Alemain
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 28 SEP 2003 by Bill Wilder
"For three years the seesaw battles in the deserts of North Africa captured the minds and interests of the entire world. They appeared to be a microcosm of the fighting all over the world."
Triumphant Tankers
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 14 SEP 2003 by Bill Wilder
"Wild Bill" Wilder tells the story of the 89th Tank Battalion in The Korean War, including a series of critical battles from 1950 - 1951.
September 11 Remembrance
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 14 SEP 2003 by Jeff Vitous
Originally published to commemorate the one year anniversary of September 11, we've re-published this piece to recognize the second anniversary. Join us, as we take a broader look at the date September 11th throughout history and explore significant events in war and politics that also occurred on that very same day.
Pacific Lancers
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 7 SEP 2003 by Ed Durkin
"At the time of Imperial Japan's greatest victories of World War II, while engaged in the Pacific and Indian Oceans, the core element for this triumphal period was its legendary Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) or Nihon Kaigun."
Friendly Fire - Vietnam
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 31 AUG 2003 by Bill Wilder
The phrase "Friendly Fire" at first glance sounds comforting. In reality, however, its import has come to mean something far more deadly. In military terms "friendly fire" refers to military personnel mistakenly being fired upon by their own side.
Black Berets - The Drive to the Sinai
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 26 AUG 2003 by Bill Wilder
"One of the most powerful tank forces in the world today resides in a tiny portion of the vast part of the world known as the Middle East. It is nestled in the midst of enemies, sworn to destroy any invaders and the country for which they fight."
The Russo-German War, Part 6
HISTORICAL ARTICLE posted on 24 AUG 2003 by Bill Wilder
The sixth and final part of this historical series by "Wild Bill" Wilder Russo-German War discusses the Nazi retreat and final surrender.
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