D-Day: The Turning Point of World War II
On June 6, 1944, D-Day, the largest amphibious invasion in history, commenced as the Allied Expeditionary Force landed on the beaches of Normandy, France. Codenamed Operation Overlord, this pivotal World…
The Impact of Fall Rot: Germany’s Major Offensive in Northern France During World War II
On June 5, 1940, during World War II, Germany launched Fall Rot (Case Red), a major offensive against northern France. German forces crossed the River Somme, overwhelming the French defenses.…
Breaking Barriers: Loretta Walsh’s Historic Enlistment as the First Female Petty Officer in the US Navy
1917: Loretta Walsh Becomes First Female Petty Officer in US Navy: On March 21, 1917, Loretta Walsh made history by becoming the first female Petty Officer in the United States…
1974: First Female Aviator in the Navy
1974: First Female Aviator in the Navy Lt. j.g. Barbara Ann (Allen) Rainey became the first female aviator in the U.S. Navy on February 22, 1974. Her accomplishment broke gender…
1917: The Battle of Cambrai – A Landmark in Military History
1917: The Battle of Cambrai The Battle of Cambrai, a significant military engagement in World War I, commenced on November 20, 1917. This battle is particularly notable for the first…