All articles tagged with #world war ii
A 550-pound British World War II-era bomb found during Carola Bridge clearance in Dresden led to the evacuation of about 18,000 residents; bomb disposal teams removed the detonator and detonated the device, allowing the evacuation zone to be reopened after safety checks.
A U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship in Operation Epic Fury—the first such sinking since World War II—prompting WWII-era museum ships to gain renewed relevance as immersive, teachable glimpses into modern naval warfare, while curators note that some underlying submarine designs endure even as modern vessels differ in capability and endurance.
Tom Hanks narrates World War II with Tom Hanks, a 20-episode History Channel documentary series that reexamines the war through a global lens, exploring battles, leadership, espionage, and civilian cost; produced by Nutopia and A+E Factual Studios with the National WWII Museum, and set to premiere on Memorial Day as part of History’s 250th celebration.
Greece has acquired a collection of 262 World War II photographs, along with 16 documents and four banknotes, depicting the last moments of about 200 men executed by German troops after the killing of a Nazi general. The photos, likely taken by a German soldier, were briefly listed on eBay before Belgian verification; they provide rare visual testimony of the 1944 Athens shooting during Nazi occupation and have provoked strong emotion among relatives and historians.
The Peaky Blinders franchise returns as a Netflix feature film, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, with Cillian Murphy’s Tommy Shelby back in war-torn Birmingham. Barry Keoghan plays his son Duke, and the cast includes Rebecca Ferguson, Tim Roth, Sophie Rundle, and Stephen Graham. Directed by Tom Harper and written by Steven Knight, the film premieres in select theaters on March 6 and streams on Netflix on March 20; the trailer offers a glimpse of Shelby's return and a fresh set of dangers.
French journalist Philippe Collin uses immersive podcasts to explore France’s difficult World War II history, drawing millions of listeners; episodes delve into little-known, uncomfortable moments—like a 900-year-old castle in Germany where Nazi-backed collaborators celebrated Christmas—aimed at reshaping how the country remembers the war.
Zelensky marked the 1,418th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, comparing Moscow’s tactics to Nazi Germany and saying Russia has revived 20th-century fascism, while urging the U.S. and European allies to sustain and coordinate support as Ukraine defends. He noted ongoing diplomacy but warned Kyiv is prepared to continue fighting if talks fail, and Kyiv Independent cites heavy Russian losses (about 1.22 million troops and tens of thousands of artillery systems, tanks, aircraft, and ships).
Alan Allport's 'Advance Britannia' critically examines Britain's role in WWII, challenging myths of British resilience and highlighting the empire's exploitation and decline, influenced by American dominance and colonial neglect.
Ira ‘Ike’ Schab, a 105-year-old Pearl Harbor survivor and WWII Navy veteran, passed away peacefully in Oregon, leaving only about a dozen survivors of the attack. He served aboard the USS Dobbin during the 1941 Japanese bombing, later worked on the Apollo moon program, and was dedicated to honoring those who served at Pearl Harbor. His death marks the end of an era for one of the last living witnesses of the historic event.
Ira ‘Ike’ Schab, a 105-year-old Pearl Harbor survivor and WWII Navy veteran, has died, leaving only about a dozen survivors. He served at Pearl Harbor during the attack, later worked on the Apollo program, and was dedicated to honoring his fellow servicemen.
Ira 'Ike' Schab, a 105-year-old Pearl Harbor survivor and WWII Navy veteran, passed away peacefully at home. He was among the last survivors of the attack, which led the U.S. into WWII. Schab served in the Navy during the attack, later worked on the Apollo space program, and was dedicated to honoring his fellow servicemen until his death.
A teaser trailer for a biopic about Jimmy Stewart starring KJ Apa was released, highlighting his Hollywood rise and military service during WWII, with the film set to debut in 2026.
Pippi Longstocking was created by Astrid Lindgren during WWII as a symbol of independence and kindness, serving as an antidote to Nazi ideology, inspired by Lindgren's anti-Nazi sentiments and her desire to promote resilience and free-thinking in children. The character's cheerful individualism was a response to the dark times of the war, and her legacy continues to celebrate these values.
The article discusses James Vanderbilt's film 'Nuremberg,' which explores the complex relationship between psychiatrist Douglas Kelley and Nazi leader Hermann Göring during the Nuremberg trials, highlighting themes of evil, justice, and the horrors of the Holocaust, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of the trials.
A rare Gustav Klimt portrait of Elisabeth Lederer, looted by Nazis and kept in the Lauder collection, is expected to sell for over $150 million at Sotheby's, potentially setting a new record for Klimt's works.