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War

The Harrowing Tale of Afghanistan’s ‘Haunted’ Outpost

Centuries-old culture and modern military psychology intertwined at Observation Point Rock.

Tom Mutch May 5, 2023

How Are These Trees Floating Over a Finnish Road?

A photo archive reveals clever camouflage techniques, and highlights the strange position of NATO’s newest member, during World War II.

Andrea Prada Bianchi April 27, 2023

8 Surprising Stories to Celebrate World Book Day

The pleasures of reading about reading.

April White April 19, 2023

Reis Magos Fort

A nearly impregnable 16th-century fort is one of Goa's oldest.

military history

Commander Liwayway and Other Filipino Women Who Fought During World War II

The “Huk Amazons” were military commanders, leaders, soldiers, spies, and more.

Sarah Durn March 29, 2023

Yorktown, Virginia

Surrender Field

The location where the American Revolution ended.

That Time Eleanor Roosevelt Disappeared for 10 Days

She reappeared in World War II's Pacific theater where, for five weeks in 1943, she inspired troops and faced down air raids.

Sarah Durn February 16, 2023

Podcast: The San Juan Island Pig War

How, yes, a pig almost started a war between the United States and Britain.

The Podcast Team February 9, 2023

Inverness, Scotland

Old High Church Kirkyard

The oldest church in Inverness witnessed the brutal executions of many Scottish soldiers.

military history

Meet Caterina Sforza and Other Warrior Queens History Forgot

From Italy’s fortress-seizing countess to Angola’s battle-hardened Queen Njinga, these women didn’t back down from a fight.

Sarah Durn January 26, 2023

Domrémy-la-Pucelle, France

Birthplace of Joan of Arc

The woman who helped save 15th-century France was born in this humble home.

The Quest to Preserve Syria's Cassette Tape Era

Keeping sounds, stories, and cultural memory alive through years of conflict.

Line Sidonie Talla Mafotsing November 29, 2022

Kreischa, Germany

Babisnauer Pappel

According to a local story, this tree's blossoms signal the end of war.

In Ukraine, Bat Rescue Efforts Continue Amid War and Destruction

Struggling to save trapped and injured animals, scientists endure Russian shelling and accusations of spreading bioweapons.

Wojciech Mikołuszko November 7, 2022

Blanche Heriot and the Curfew Bell

A statue of the heroine who stopped time to save her betrothed.

Podcast: Tiwai Island

Join us for a daily celebration of the world’s most wondrous, unexpected, even strange places.

The Podcast Team August 17, 2022

Who Were the Warrior Women of Dahomey?

The only documented all-female army in history inspired the Dora Milaje.

Line Sidonie Talla Mafotsing August 3, 2022

The High-Octane Coffee Fueling Ukraine's Front Line Forces

The bitter, strong "Ukrainer" provides caffeine and a moment of calm.

Kris Parker July 7, 2022