On this day in 1979, just months before the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, Dubs, as the United States Ambassador to Afghanistan, was kidnapped on his way from his residence to the United States embassy in the early morning. After his … Continued
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On This Day – South Vietnamese Troops Enter Laos
In 1955, the United States Department of Defence created a special Programs Evaluation Office to replace French support of the Royal Lao Army against the communist organisation Pathet Leo. In 1960, amidst a series of rebellions, fighting broke out between … Continued
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Legacy of Scotland’s WWI Contribution Revealed to Go Deeper than Previously Thought
Previously unknown details about sites and structures established for the defence of Scotland in World War One have been revealed after an audit. The audit has allowed the records of 900 buildings and places to be created or updated. Among … Continued
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Welcome to History of War
Welcome to the website for History of War magazine, a brand new magazine dedicated to the exploration of armed conflict throughout the ages. Each issue will be packed with features written by world-renowned historians and military experts, providing you with … Continued