You’ve probably heard of a military green beret, but have you ever heard of a military blue beret? Berets in the military have been used as a characteristic feature to distinguish certain sets of troops from others. The green beret was used to distinguish the Army Special Forces from other Army positions. But what about the blue berets? Keep reading to learn more about the … [Read more...]
The Complicated Story Behind Jeffrey Dahmer’s Army Service
CONTENT WARNING: This article mentions abuse, sexual assault, and death. Reader discretion is strongly advised. One of the most notorious killers in American history, Jeffrey Dahmer, served in the U.S. military. Jeffrey Dahmer’s Army record extends back to the late 70s and early 80s. With all that has happened, Jeffrey Dahmer’s Army record only contributes to his horrifying … [Read more...]
The First Gun Ever Made Was Formed From Bamboo
The first gun ever made can be traced back much farther than many think – to the 10th Century to be exact. The first gun was made out of bamboo, and it definitely didn’t look like the guns you know today. Let’s take a look at the first gun ever made and explore what made this world-altering invention possible. Read next: What’s the Largest Gun Ever Used? Introducing the … [Read more...]
The Charge of the Light Brigade Changed the Perception of War Heroes
The battlefield has been the inspiration for many stories and poems throughout the ages. History will show a variety of examples ranging from ancient texts like “The Iliad” to modern renditions of songs and media inspired by serving one’s country. One of the most infamous, however, is “The Charge of the Light Brigade,” a harrowing tale of bravery even when facing impossible … [Read more...]
Flight 19, the Bermuda Triangle, and the Urban Legends That Follow
Trying to explain the unexplainable is a paradox that has been around since the beginning of time. There are places on this Earth and occurrences that can often lead wondering minds to search for answers to make sense of the various phenomenon that affect us. Such was and is the case with the Bermuda Triangle: a beautiful, dangerous part of the Atlantic Ocean just east of the … [Read more...]
How Many Nukes Does China Have and How Did We Get Here?
Russia and the United States are leading the count in active nuclear warheads. China has been making a lot of progress in their efforts to produce their own nuclear arsenal, however. This leaves us to wonder, how many nukes does China have? China has become the country to watch, as reports from the Pentagon say that “China’s stockpile of warheads was in the “low-200s” and … [Read more...]