SettingsMilitary history of the United States
15th Continental Regiment
The 15th Continental Regiment was an infantry regiment of the 1776 establishment of the Continental Army.
The 15th Continental Regiment was an infantry regiment of the 1776 establishment of the Continental Army.
2008 U.S.-Iranian naval dispute
The 2007-2008 US-Iranian naval dispute refers to a series of naval stand-offs between Iranian speedboats and U.S. Navy warships in the Strait of Hormuz in December 2007 and January 2008.
The 2007-2008 US-Iranian naval dispute refers to a series of naval stand-offs between Iranian speedboats and U.S. Navy warships in the Strait of Hormuz in December 2007 and January 2008.
2008 U.S.–Iranian naval dispute
The 2007-2008 US-Iranian naval dispute refers to a series of naval stand-offs between Iranian speedboats and U.S. Navy warships in the Strait of Hormuz in December 2007 and January 2008.
The 2007-2008 US-Iranian naval dispute refers to a series of naval stand-offs between Iranian speedboats and U.S. Navy warships in the Strait of Hormuz in December 2007 and January 2008.
2009 California mid-air collision
The 2009 California mid-air collision occurred on 29 October.
The 2009 California mid-air collision occurred on 29 October.
5th United States Colored Cavalry
The 5th United States Colored Cavalry was a regiment of the United States Army organized as one of many "Colored" units during the American Civil War.
The 5th United States Colored Cavalry was a regiment of the United States Army organized as one of many "Colored" units during the American Civil War.
Acoma Massacre
The Acoma Massacre, or the Battle of Acoma Pueblo, was fought in January 1599 between Spanish conquistadors and Acoma native Americans in what is now New Mexico.
The Acoma Massacre, or the Battle of Acoma Pueblo, was fought in January 1599 between Spanish conquistadors and Acoma native Americans in what is now New Mexico.
Action of 31 August 1819
The Action of 31 August 1819 was a naval battle between United States Revenue Cutter Service cutters and one of Jean Lafitte's pirate ships.
The Action of 31 August 1819 was a naval battle between United States Revenue Cutter Service cutters and one of Jean Lafitte's pirate ships.
Action off Charles Island
The Action off Charles Island was a naval battle fought during the War of 1812 in the summer of 1813 off Charles Island in the Galapagos.
The Action off Charles Island was a naval battle fought during the War of 1812 in the summer of 1813 off Charles Island in the Galapagos.
Advanced Base Force
The United States Marine Corps's Advanced Base Force was a coastal and naval base defense force that was designed to set up mobile and fixed bases in the event of major landing operations withi...
The United States Marine Corps's Advanced Base Force was a coastal and naval base defense force that was designed to set up mobile and fixed bases in the event of major landing operations withi...
Aegean Anti-Piracy Operation
The Aegean Anti-Piracy Operation was a naval campaign launched in 1825 by the United States Navy in response to the rise of piracy in the Aegean Sea.
The Aegean Anti-Piracy Operation was a naval campaign launched in 1825 by the United States Navy in response to the rise of piracy in the Aegean Sea.
Aegean Anti-Piracy Operations of the United States
The Aegean Sea Anti-Piracy Operations were started by the United States Navy in 1825 to suppress the rise of piracy in the Aegean.
The Aegean Sea Anti-Piracy Operations were started by the United States Navy in 1825 to suppress the rise of piracy in the Aegean.
Aegean Sea Anti-Piracy Operations of the United States
Aegean Sea Anti-Piracy Operations began in 1825 when the United States government dispatched a squadron of ships to suppress Aegean pirates.
Aegean Sea Anti-Piracy Operations began in 1825 when the United States government dispatched a squadron of ships to suppress Aegean pirates.
Air Force Historical Research Agency
The Air Force Historical Research Agency is the repository for United States Air Force historical documents.
The Air Force Historical Research Agency is the repository for United States Air Force historical documents.
Alice Dollar Incident
The Alice Dollar Incident was an affair involving a United States-flagged merchant ship and an American warship in 1920.
The Alice Dollar Incident was an affair involving a United States-flagged merchant ship and an American warship in 1920.
Alice Dollar incident
The Alice Dollar incident was an affair involving a United States-flagged merchant ship and an American warship in 1920.
The Alice Dollar incident was an affair involving a United States-flagged merchant ship and an American warship in 1920.
Alma Massacre
The Alma Massacre involved a raid on United States settlers' homes around Alma, New Mexico on April 28, 1880.
The Alma Massacre involved a raid on United States settlers' homes around Alma, New Mexico on April 28, 1880.
Alma, New Mexico
Alma is an unincorporated community in Catron County, New Mexico, United States, north of Glenwood and south of Reserve.
Alma is an unincorporated community in Catron County, New Mexico, United States, north of Glenwood and south of Reserve.
Amalgam Virgo
Operation Amalgam Virgo is a CINCNORAD joint task counter-terrorist and field training exercise (FTX) carried out in Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida on early June 2001.
Operation Amalgam Virgo is a CINCNORAD joint task counter-terrorist and field training exercise (FTX) carried out in Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida on early June 2001.
American official war artists
American official war artists have been part of the American military since 1917.
American official war artists have been part of the American military since 1917.
Americans At War
Americans at War is a documentary series created by the U.S. Naval Institute.
Americans at War is a documentary series created by the U.S. Naval Institute.
Apache Campaign (1896)
The Apache Campaign of 1896 was the final United States Army operation against Apache renegades.
The Apache Campaign of 1896 was the final United States Army operation against Apache renegades.
Arctic Submarine Laboratory
The Arctic Submarine Laboratory was a research facility of the U.S. Navy's Electronics Laboratory in San Diego, California.
The Arctic Submarine Laboratory was a research facility of the U.S. Navy's Electronics Laboratory in San Diego, California.
Army on the Frontier
The "Army on the Frontier" is a term applied to the activities of the United States Army stationed near the frontier settlements from the beginning of national existence until about 1890, the en...
The "Army on the Frontier" is a term applied to the activities of the United States Army stationed near the frontier settlements from the beginning of national existence until about 1890, the en...
Arrow Air Flight 1285
Arrow Air Flight 1285 was a McDonnell Douglas DC-8-63CF jetliner, registered N950JW, which operated as an international charter flight carrying U.S. troops from Cairo, Egypt, to their home base ...
Arrow Air Flight 1285 was a McDonnell Douglas DC-8-63CF jetliner, registered N950JW, which operated as an international charter flight carrying U.S. troops from Cairo, Egypt, to their home base ...
Arthur Crean
Arthur B. Crean was a master sergeant in the United States Army during World War I. Master Sergeant Crean holds the distinction of being the first ever United States armed forces member to be i...
Arthur B. Crean was a master sergeant in the United States Army during World War I. Master Sergeant Crean holds the distinction of being the first ever United States armed forces member to be i...
Bandit War
The Bandit War, or Bandit Wars, refers to a series of raids in Texas between 1910 and 1918 that were carried out by Mexican rebels from the states of Tamaulipas, Coahuila and Chihuahua.
The Bandit War, or Bandit Wars, refers to a series of raids in Texas between 1910 and 1918 that were carried out by Mexican rebels from the states of Tamaulipas, Coahuila and Chihuahua.
Bannock War of 1895
The Bannock War of 1895, or the Bannock Uprising, refers to a minor conflict centered around Jackson's Hole, Wyoming, USA. In the early 1890s Wyoming passed a state law prohibiting the kil...
The Bannock War of 1895, or the Bannock Uprising, refers to a minor conflict centered around Jackson's Hole, Wyoming, USA. In the early 1890s Wyoming passed a state law prohibiting the kil...
Base Realignment and Closure
Base Realignment and Closure is a process of the United States federal government directed at the administration and operation of the Armed Forces, used by the United States Department of Defens...
Base Realignment and Closure is a process of the United States federal government directed at the administration and operation of the Armed Forces, used by the United States Department of Defens...
Base Realignment and Closure Commission
Base Realignment and Closure (or BRAC) is a process of the United States federal government directed at the administration and operation of the Armed Forces, used by the United States Depa...
Base Realignment and Closure (or BRAC) is a process of the United States federal government directed at the administration and operation of the Armed Forces, used by the United States Depa...
Battle of Agua Carta
The Battle of Agua Carta was an engagement between the Guardia Nacional de Nicaragua and the rebels of Augusto César Sandino in 1932.
The Battle of Agua Carta was an engagement between the Guardia Nacional de Nicaragua and the rebels of Augusto César Sandino in 1932.
Battle of Apache Pass
The Battle of Apache Pass was fought in 1862 at Apache Pass, Arizona in the United States, between Apache warriors and the Union volunteers of the California Column as it marched from California...
The Battle of Apache Pass was fought in 1862 at Apache Pass, Arizona in the United States, between Apache warriors and the Union volunteers of the California Column as it marched from California...
Battle of Big Dry Wash
The Battle of Big Dry Wash was fought on July 17, 1882, between troops of the United States Army's 3rd Cavalry Regiment and 6th Cavalry Regiment and members of the White Mountain Apache tribe.
The Battle of Big Dry Wash was fought on July 17, 1882, between troops of the United States Army's 3rd Cavalry Regiment and 6th Cavalry Regiment and members of the White Mountain Apache tribe.
Battle of Cibecue Creek
The Battle of Cibecue Creek was an engagement of the Apache Wars fought in Arizona at Cibecue Creek on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation in August 1881.
The Battle of Cibecue Creek was an engagement of the Apache Wars fought in Arizona at Cibecue Creek on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation in August 1881.
Battle of Cieneguilla
The Battle of Cieneguilla was an engagement of the Jicarilla War involving a group of Jicarilla Apaches, their Ute allies, and the American 1st Cavalry Regiment on March 30, 1854 near what is ...
The Battle of Cieneguilla was an engagement of the Jicarilla War involving a group of Jicarilla Apaches, their Ute allies, and the American 1st Cavalry Regiment on March 30, 1854 near what is ...
Battle of Ciudad Juarez (1919)
The Third Battle of Ciudad Juarez, or simply the Battle of Juarez, was the final major battle involving the rebels of Pancho Villa.
The Third Battle of Ciudad Juarez, or simply the Battle of Juarez, was the final major battle involving the rebels of Pancho Villa.
Battle of Ciudad Juárez (1919)
The Third Battle of Ciudad Juarez, or simply the Battle of Juarez, was the final major battle involving the rebels of Francisco "Pancho" Villa.
The Third Battle of Ciudad Juarez, or simply the Battle of Juarez, was the final major battle involving the rebels of Francisco "Pancho" Villa.
Battle of Cooke's Canyon
The Battle of Cooke's Canyon was an engagement of the Apache Wars fought in August 1861, between settlers from Confederate Arizona, and Chiricahua Apaches.
The Battle of Cooke's Canyon was an engagement of the Apache Wars fought in August 1861, between settlers from Confederate Arizona, and Chiricahua Apaches.
Battle of Cooke's Spring
The Battle of Cookes Spring was a typical Indian War skirmish which took place in 1857.
The Battle of Cookes Spring was a typical Indian War skirmish which took place in 1857.
Battle of Cookes Canyon
The Battle of Cookes Canyon was an engagement of the Apache Wars fought in the later part of August 1861, between settlers from Confederate Arizona, and Chiricahua Apaches.
The Battle of Cookes Canyon was an engagement of the Apache Wars fought in the later part of August 1861, between settlers from Confederate Arizona, and Chiricahua Apaches.
Battle of Coyotepe Hill
The Battle of Coyotepe Hill was the most remembered engagement of the United States occupation of Nicaragua.
The Battle of Coyotepe Hill was the most remembered engagement of the United States occupation of Nicaragua.
Battle of Devil's Creek
The Battle of Devil's Creek was a military engagement during Geronimo's War, fought on May 22, 1885 near Alma, New Mexico.
The Battle of Devil's Creek was a military engagement during Geronimo's War, fought on May 22, 1885 near Alma, New Mexico.
Battle of Devil's River
The Battle of Devil's River was an 1857 Indian War skirmish which took place in Texas along the Devil's River.
The Battle of Devil's River was an 1857 Indian War skirmish which took place in Texas along the Devil's River.
Battle of Doro Passage
The Battle of Doro Passage was a naval engagement during the United States Navy's operation against Greek pirates in the Aegean Sea.
The Battle of Doro Passage was a naval engagement during the United States Navy's operation against Greek pirates in the Aegean Sea.
Battle of Fort Apache
The Battle of Fort Apache was an engagement of the Apache Wars between the cavalry garrison of Fort Apache and dozens of mounted White Mountain Apache warriors.
The Battle of Fort Apache was an engagement of the Apache Wars between the cavalry garrison of Fort Apache and dozens of mounted White Mountain Apache warriors.
Battle of Fort Buchanan
The Battle of Fort Buchanan, was an 1865 Apache attack on the United States Army post of Old Fort Buchanan in southern Arizona.
The Battle of Fort Buchanan, was an 1865 Apache attack on the United States Army post of Old Fort Buchanan in southern Arizona.
Battle of Fort Necessity
The Battle of Fort Necessity, or the Battle of the Great Meadows took place on July 3, 1754 in what is now the mountaintop hamlet of Farmington in Fayette County, Pennsylvania.
The Battle of Fort Necessity, or the Battle of the Great Meadows took place on July 3, 1754 in what is now the mountaintop hamlet of Farmington in Fayette County, Pennsylvania.
Battle of Fort Tularosa
The Battle of Fort Tularosa occurred in May 1880 near the present-day town of Aragon in Catron County, New Mexico.
The Battle of Fort Tularosa occurred in May 1880 near the present-day town of Aragon in Catron County, New Mexico.
Battle of Guerrero
The Battle of Guerrero, in March of 1916, was the first military engagement between the rebels of Pancho Villa and the United States during the Mexican Expedition.
The Battle of Guerrero, in March of 1916, was the first military engagement between the rebels of Pancho Villa and the United States during the Mexican Expedition.
Battle of Kelley Creek
The Battle of Kelly Creek was one of the last armed conflicts between the United States and native Americans during the Indian wars era.
The Battle of Kelly Creek was one of the last armed conflicts between the United States and native Americans during the Indian wars era.
Battle of Kororareka
The Battle of Kororareka, or the Burning of Kororareka, on March 11, 1845, was an engagement of the Flagstaff War in New Zealand.
The Battle of Kororareka, or the Burning of Kororareka, on March 11, 1845, was an engagement of the Flagstaff War in New Zealand.
Battle of La Ebonal
The Battle of La Ebonal was fought in December of 1859 near Brownsville, Texas during the First Cortina War.
The Battle of La Ebonal was fought in December of 1859 near Brownsville, Texas during the First Cortina War.
Battle of La Flor
The Battle of La Flor was fought in May 1928 between the United States, their Nicaraguan National Guardsmen allies and a force of Sandinista rebels.
The Battle of La Flor was fought in May 1928 between the United States, their Nicaraguan National Guardsmen allies and a force of Sandinista rebels.
Battle of Las Cruces (1928)
The Second Battle of Las Cruces, or the New Year's Day Battle, was a major engagement during the United States occupation of Nicaragua.
The Second Battle of Las Cruces, or the New Year's Day Battle, was a major engagement during the United States occupation of Nicaragua.
Battle of Little Dry Creek
The Battle of Little Dry Ceek was a skirmish and one of the closing engagements of Geronimo's War.
The Battle of Little Dry Ceek was a skirmish and one of the closing engagements of Geronimo's War.
Battle of Mier
The Battle of Mier was an 1842 military engagement fought in Ciudad Mier, Mexico between elements of the Texas Mier Expedition and Mexican Army troops.
The Battle of Mier was an 1842 military engagement fought in Ciudad Mier, Mexico between elements of the Texas Mier Expedition and Mexican Army troops.
Battle of Milk Creek
The Battle of Milk Creek took place at almost precisely 12:00 noon on September 29, 1879, when the United States Army and warriors of the White River Ute Indian tribe engaged in what was to be o...
The Battle of Milk Creek took place at almost precisely 12:00 noon on September 29, 1879, when the United States Army and warriors of the White River Ute Indian tribe engaged in what was to be o...
Battle of Mount Gray
The Battle of Mount Gray was a little known engagement of the Apache Wars fought at the foothills of Gray Mountain, then known as Mount Gray on April 7, 1864.
The Battle of Mount Gray was a little known engagement of the Apache Wars fought at the foothills of Gray Mountain, then known as Mount Gray on April 7, 1864.
Battle of Nogales (1915)
The Second Battle of Nogales was a three-sided military engagement of the Mexican Revolution, fought in November of 1915 at the border towns of Nogales, Sonora and Nogales, Arizona.
The Second Battle of Nogales was a three-sided military engagement of the Mexican Revolution, fought in November of 1915 at the border towns of Nogales, Sonora and Nogales, Arizona.
Battle of Ocotal
The Battle of Ocotal occurred in July of 1927 during the American occupation of Nicaragua.
The Battle of Ocotal occurred in July of 1927 during the American occupation of Nicaragua.
Battle of Ojo Caliente Canyon
The Battle of Ojo Caliente Canyon, or simply the Battle of Ojo Caliante was an engagement of the Walker War on April 8, 1854.
The Battle of Ojo Caliente Canyon, or simply the Battle of Ojo Caliante was an engagement of the Walker War on April 8, 1854.
Battle of Parral
The Battle of Parral, on April 12, 1916, was the first battle between soldiers of Venustiano Carranza, known as Carrancistas, and the United States military during the Mexican Expedition.
The Battle of Parral, on April 12, 1916, was the first battle between soldiers of Venustiano Carranza, known as Carrancistas, and the United States military during the Mexican Expedition.
Battle of Puerto Plata Harbor
The Battle of Puerto Plata Harbor was small battle between the French privateer Sandwich, a Spanish fort and a landing party of United States Marines and sailors, during the undeclared Quasi...
The Battle of Puerto Plata Harbor was small battle between the French privateer Sandwich, a Spanish fort and a landing party of United States Marines and sailors, during the undeclared Quasi...
Battle of Salado Creek (1842)
The Battle of Salado Creek was a decisive engagement in 1842 which repulsed the final Mexican invasion of Texas.
The Battle of Salado Creek was a decisive engagement in 1842 which repulsed the final Mexican invasion of Texas.
Battle of Salt River Canyon
The Battle of Salt River Canyon, or the Battle of Skeleton Cave, was the first principal engagement during the 1872 Tonto Basin Campaign under the command of Lieutenant Colonel George Crook.
The Battle of Salt River Canyon, or the Battle of Skeleton Cave, was the first principal engagement during the 1872 Tonto Basin Campaign under the command of Lieutenant Colonel George Crook.
Battle of Shenkursk
The Battle of Shenkursk, in January 1919, was a major battle of the Russian Civil War.
The Battle of Shenkursk, in January 1919, was a major battle of the Russian Civil War.
Battle of Sunset Pass
The Battle of Sunset Pass was fought in November of 1874 during the Yavapai War.
The Battle of Sunset Pass was fought in November of 1874 during the Yavapai War.
Battle of Telpaneca
The Battle of Telpaneca was an engagement fought during the United States occupation of Nicaragua in 1927.
The Battle of Telpaneca was an engagement fought during the United States occupation of Nicaragua in 1927.
Battle of the Diablo Mountains
The Battle of the Diablo Mountains was an October 1854 engagement of the Jicarilla War.
The Battle of the Diablo Mountains was an October 1854 engagement of the Jicarilla War.
Battle of the Florida Mountains
The Battle of the Florida Mountains was an action of the Apache Wars, forces involved were Chiricahua Apache warriors and mounted Confederate States militia.
The Battle of the Florida Mountains was an action of the Apache Wars, forces involved were Chiricahua Apache warriors and mounted Confederate States militia.
Battle of the Mimbres River
The Battle of the Mimbres River was a surprise attack launched by a troop of American militia against an encampment of Chiricahua Apaches along the western shore of the Mimbres River.
The Battle of the Mimbres River was a surprise attack launched by a troop of American militia against an encampment of Chiricahua Apaches along the western shore of the Mimbres River.
Battle of the Saline River
The Battle of the Saline River in August 1867 was one of the first recorded combats of the Buffalo Soldiers of the U.S. 10th Cavalry.
The Battle of the Saline River in August 1867 was one of the first recorded combats of the Buffalo Soldiers of the U.S. 10th Cavalry.
Battle of Toppenish Creek
The Battle of Toppenish Creek was the first engagement of the Yakima War in Washington State.
The Battle of Toppenish Creek was the first engagement of the Yakima War in Washington State.
Battle of Turret Peak
The Battle of Turret Peak occurred March 27, 1873 in the Arizona Territory between the United States Army and a group of Yavapai and Tonto Apaches as part of Lieutenant Colonel George Crook's ca...
The Battle of Turret Peak occurred March 27, 1873 in the Arizona Territory between the United States Army and a group of Yavapai and Tonto Apaches as part of Lieutenant Colonel George Crook's ca...
Battle of Union Gap
The Battle of Union Gap, or the Battle at Union Gap, was the second engagement of the Yakima War, fought on November 9 and 10, 1855.
The Battle of Union Gap, or the Battle at Union Gap, was the second engagement of the Yakima War, fought on November 9 and 10, 1855.
Bear Valley Raid
The Bear Valley Raid was an armed conflict that occurred in 1886 during Geronimo's War.
The Bear Valley Raid was an armed conflict that occurred in 1886 during Geronimo's War.
Black Hills Expedition (1874)
The Black Hills Expedition was a United States Army expedition in 1874 led by Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer that set out on July 2, 1874 from modern day Bismarck, North Dakota, whic...
The Black Hills Expedition was a United States Army expedition in 1874 led by Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer that set out on July 2, 1874 from modern day Bismarck, North Dakota, whic...
Black Seminole Scouts
Black Seminole Scouts, also known as the Seminole-Negro Indian Scouts, or Seminole Scouts, were employed by the United States Army between 1870 and 1914.
Black Seminole Scouts, also known as the Seminole-Negro Indian Scouts, or Seminole Scouts, were employed by the United States Army between 1870 and 1914.
Blue discharge
A blue discharge was a form of administrative military discharge formerly issued by the United States beginning in 1916.
A blue discharge was a form of administrative military discharge formerly issued by the United States beginning in 1916.
Bluff War
The Bluff War, also known as Posey War of 1915, or the Polk and Posse War and many other names, was one of the last armed conflicts between the United States and native Americans.
The Bluff War, also known as Posey War of 1915, or the Polk and Posse War and many other names, was one of the last armed conflicts between the United States and native Americans.
Bombardment of the Selee River Forts
The Bombardment of the Selee River Forts, or the Bombardment of Ganghwa, was the result of a Korean attack on two United States Navy warships supporting the Korean Expedition in 1871.
The Bombardment of the Selee River Forts, or the Bombardment of Ganghwa, was the result of a Korean attack on two United States Navy warships supporting the Korean Expedition in 1871.
Bonneville Expedition (1857)
The Bonneville Expedition was a military operation launched by the United States Army in 1857 during the Apache Wars.
The Bonneville Expedition was a military operation launched by the United States Army in 1857 during the Apache Wars.
Brite Ranch Raid
The Brite Ranch Raid was an incident that occurred on Christmas day, 1917, in which Mexican raiders crossed the Rio Grande border and attacked a ranch in Presidio County, Texas.
The Brite Ranch Raid was an incident that occurred on Christmas day, 1917, in which Mexican raiders crossed the Rio Grande border and attacked a ranch in Presidio County, Texas.
Camp Sheridan
Camp Sheridan was established originally as the Post at Spotted Tail Indian Agency, near the Spotted Tail Agency in northwestern Nebraska in March 1874.
Camp Sheridan was established originally as the Post at Spotted Tail Indian Agency, near the Spotted Tail Agency in northwestern Nebraska in March 1874.
Capture of the Bravo
The Capture of the Bravo was a naval battle between United States Revenue Cutter Service cutters and one of Jean Lafitte's pirate ships.
The Capture of the Bravo was a naval battle between United States Revenue Cutter Service cutters and one of Jean Lafitte's pirate ships.
Capture of Tucson (1846)
The Capture of Tucson was a United States attack on the Mexican city of Tucson, Sonora, now the present day Tucson, Arizona.
The Capture of Tucson was a United States attack on the Mexican city of Tucson, Sonora, now the present day Tucson, Arizona.
Capture of Tucson (1862)
The Capture of Tucson was a United States attack on Tucson in Confederate Arizona on May 20, 1862.
The Capture of Tucson was a United States attack on Tucson in Confederate Arizona on May 20, 1862.
Cherokee removal
Cherokee removal, part of the Trail of Tears, refers to the forced relocation between 1836 and 1839 of the Cherokee Nation from their lands in Georgia, Texas, Tennessee, Alabama, and North Carol...
Cherokee removal, part of the Trail of Tears, refers to the forced relocation between 1836 and 1839 of the Cherokee Nation from their lands in Georgia, Texas, Tennessee, Alabama, and North Carol...
Cherry Creek Campaign
The Cherry Creek Campaign occurred in March 1890 and was one of the final conflicts between hostile Apaches and the United States Army.
The Cherry Creek Campaign occurred in March 1890 and was one of the final conflicts between hostile Apaches and the United States Army.
Confederate States Navy
The Confederate States Navy (CSN) was the naval branch of the Confederate States armed forces, established by an act of the Confederate Congress on February 21, 1861.
The Confederate States Navy (CSN) was the naval branch of the Confederate States armed forces, established by an act of the Confederate Congress on February 21, 1861.
Consuelo Seoane
Consuelo Andrew Seoane (1876–1964) was a colonel in the US Army (third cavalry) who was one of the first two American spies for the US Army known to have operated in Japan, Korea, Ryukyu, Taiwan...
Consuelo Andrew Seoane (1876–1964) was a colonel in the US Army (third cavalry) who was one of the first two American spies for the US Army known to have operated in Japan, Korea, Ryukyu, Taiwan...
Continental Army
The Continental Army was formed after the outbreak of the American Revolutionary War by the colonies that became the United States of America.
The Continental Army was formed after the outbreak of the American Revolutionary War by the colonies that became the United States of America.
Continental Navy
The Continental Navy was the navy of the United States during the American Revolutionary War, and was formed in 1775.
The Continental Navy was the navy of the United States during the American Revolutionary War, and was formed in 1775.
Cortina Troubles
The Cortina Troubles is the generic name for the First Cortina War from 1859 to 1860 and the Second Cortina War in 1861, in which paramilitary Mexican forces, led by the local leader...
The Cortina Troubles is the generic name for the First Cortina War from 1859 to 1860 and the Second Cortina War in 1861, in which paramilitary Mexican forces, led by the local leader...
Crabb Massacre
The Crabb Massacre was the culmination of the eight day Battle of Caborca, fought between Mexico and their O'odham allies against American forces in April of 1857.
The Crabb Massacre was the culmination of the eight day Battle of Caborca, fought between Mexico and their O'odham allies against American forces in April of 1857.
Crawford Affair
The Crawford Affair was a battle fought between Mexico and the United States in January of 1886 during the Geronimo Campaign.
The Crawford Affair was a battle fought between Mexico and the United States in January of 1886 during the Geronimo Campaign.
Crazy Snake Rebellion
The Crazy Snake Rebellion, Smoked Meat Rebellion or Crazy Snake Uprising, was an incident in 1901 that at times was viewed as a war between the Creek people and American settlers.
The Crazy Snake Rebellion, Smoked Meat Rebellion or Crazy Snake Uprising, was an incident in 1901 that at times was viewed as a war between the Creek people and American settlers.
Crittenden Report
The Crittenden Report was the outcome of a 1957 investigation on the part of a [United States Navy
Board of Inquiry, officially known as the Board Appointed to Prepare and Submit Recommendatio...
The Crittenden Report was the outcome of a 1957 investigation on the part of a [United States Navy
Board of Inquiry, officially known as the Board Appointed to Prepare and Submit Recommendatio...
Crow Scouts
Crow Scouts were first used by the United States Army in 1876 during the Great Sioux War.
Crow Scouts were first used by the United States Army in 1876 during the Great Sioux War.
Crow War
The Crow War, also known as the Crow Rebellion, or the Crow Uprising, was the only armed conflict between the United States and the Crow tribe of Montana, and the last Indian War fou...
The Crow War, also known as the Crow Rebellion, or the Crow Uprising, was the only armed conflict between the United States and the Crow tribe of Montana, and the last Indian War fou...
Cuban Pacification
The United States occupation of Cuba, or the Cuban Pacification, was a major United States military operation that began in 1906.
The United States occupation of Cuba, or the Cuban Pacification, was a major United States military operation that began in 1906.
Defense Act of 1920
The Defense Act of 1920 (or Kahn Act) was sponsored by Representative Julius Kahn (R) of California.
The Defense Act of 1920 (or Kahn Act) was sponsored by Representative Julius Kahn (R) of California.
Dixie Station
Dixie Station was a geographic position during the Vietnam War in the South China Sea off the Mekong Delta from which United States Navy aircraft carriers launched strikes providing close air su...
Dixie Station was a geographic position during the Vietnam War in the South China Sea off the Mekong Delta from which United States Navy aircraft carriers launched strikes providing close air su...
Drift: The Unmooring of American Military Power
Drift: The Unmooring of American Military Power is a 2012 book by Rachel Maddow.
Drift: The Unmooring of American Military Power is a 2012 book by Rachel Maddow.
Earl Hancock Ellis
Lieutenant Colonel Earl Hancock "Pete" Ellis was a United States Marine Corps Intelligence Officer, and author of Operations Plan 712: Advanced Base Operations in Micronesia, which became th...
Lieutenant Colonel Earl Hancock "Pete" Ellis was a United States Marine Corps Intelligence Officer, and author of Operations Plan 712: Advanced Base Operations in Micronesia, which became th...
Eastern Theater of the American Civil War
The Eastern Theater of the American Civil War included the states of Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, the District of Columbia, and the coastal fortifications and seaports of...
The Eastern Theater of the American Civil War included the states of Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, the District of Columbia, and the coastal fortifications and seaports of...
Edgewood Arsenal experiments
The Edgewood Arsenal experiments (also known as Project 112) are said to be related to or part of CIA mind control programs after World War II, like MKULTRA. Journalist Linda Hunt, citing ...
The Edgewood Arsenal experiments (also known as Project 112) are said to be related to or part of CIA mind control programs after World War II, like MKULTRA. Journalist Linda Hunt, citing ...
Edward Banker Willis
Edward Banker Willis was a United States military officer during the American Civil War.
Edward Banker Willis was a United States military officer during the American Civil War.
Fairchild Memorial Hall
Fairchild Memorial Hall houses the Air University (AU) library at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama.
Fairchild Memorial Hall houses the Air University (AU) library at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama.
First Battle of Dragoon Springs
The First Battle of Dragoon Springs was a minor skirmish between a small troop of Confederate dragoons, of Governor John R. Baylor's Company A, Arizona Rangers, and a band of Apache warriors dur...
The First Battle of Dragoon Springs was a minor skirmish between a small troop of Confederate dragoons, of Governor John R. Baylor's Company A, Arizona Rangers, and a band of Apache warriors dur...
Fort Armstrong
Fort Armstrong, was one of a chain of frontier defenses erected after the War of 1812.
Fort Armstrong, was one of a chain of frontier defenses erected after the War of 1812.
Fort Armstrong, Illinois
Fort Armstrong, was one of a chain of western frontier defenses which the United States erected after the War of 1812.
Fort Armstrong, was one of a chain of western frontier defenses which the United States erected after the War of 1812.
Fort Bedford
Fort Bedford was a French and Indian War-era British military fortification located at the present site of Bedford, Pennsylvania.
Fort Bedford was a French and Indian War-era British military fortification located at the present site of Bedford, Pennsylvania.
Fort Butler (Murphy, North Carolina)
Fort Butler was an important site during the Cherokee removal known as the Trail of Tears.
Fort Butler was an important site during the Cherokee removal known as the Trail of Tears.
Fort Cass
Fort Cass, established in 1835, was an important site during the Cherokee removal known as the Trail of Tears.
Fort Cass, established in 1835, was an important site during the Cherokee removal known as the Trail of Tears.
Fort Duquesne
Fort Duquesne (; French: ; originally called Fort Du Quesne) was a fort established by the French in 1754, at the junction of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers in what is now downtown Pit...
Fort Duquesne (; French: ; originally called Fort Du Quesne) was a fort established by the French in 1754, at the junction of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers in what is now downtown Pit...
Fort Juniata Crossing
Fort Juniata Crossing, also known as Fort Juniata or simply Juniata Crossing, was a British French and Indian War era fortification located along the Forbes Road.
Fort Juniata Crossing, also known as Fort Juniata or simply Juniata Crossing, was a British French and Indian War era fortification located along the Forbes Road.
Fort Lafayette (Pennsylvania)
Fort Lafayette, sometimes called Fort Fayette, (1792—1814) was an American fort in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
Fort Lafayette, sometimes called Fort Fayette, (1792—1814) was an American fort in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
Fort Le Boeuf
Fort Le Boeuf, (often referred to as Fort de la Rivière au Bœuf), was a fort established by the French in 1753 on a fork of French Creek, in present-day Waterford, in northwest Pennsylvania.
Fort Le Boeuf, (often referred to as Fort de la Rivière au Bœuf), was a fort established by the French in 1753 on a fork of French Creek, in present-day Waterford, in northwest Pennsylvania.
Fort Machault
Fort Machault was a fort built by the French in 1754 near the confluence of French Creek with the Allegheny River, at present-day Franklin, in northwest Pennsylvania.
Fort Machault was a fort built by the French in 1754 near the confluence of French Creek with the Allegheny River, at present-day Franklin, in northwest Pennsylvania.
Fort Niagara
Fort Niagara is a fortification originally built to protect the interests of New France in North America.
Fort Niagara is a fortification originally built to protect the interests of New France in North America.
Fort Pitt (Pennsylvania)
Fort Pitt was a fort built at the location of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
Fort Pitt was a fort built at the location of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
Fort Pitt Museum
Fort Pitt Museum is an indoor/outdoor museum that is administiered by the Senator John Heinz History Center in downtown Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania in the United States.
Fort Pitt Museum is an indoor/outdoor museum that is administiered by the Senator John Heinz History Center in downtown Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania in the United States.
Fort Prince George
Fort Prince George was an uncompleted fort on what is now the site of Pittsburgh in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
Fort Prince George was an uncompleted fort on what is now the site of Pittsburgh in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
Fort Prince George (South Carolina)
Fort Prince George (not to be confused with Prince's Fort, which was in use in 1777 and also in South Carolina) was constructed in 1753 in northwest South Carolina, on the Cherokee Path.
Fort Prince George (not to be confused with Prince's Fort, which was in use in 1777 and also in South Carolina) was constructed in 1753 in northwest South Carolina, on the Cherokee Path.
Fort Recovery
Fort Recovery was a United States Army fort begun in late 1793 and completed in March 1794 under orders by General "Mad" Anthony Wayne.
Fort Recovery was a United States Army fort begun in late 1793 and completed in March 1794 under orders by General "Mad" Anthony Wayne.
Fort Schlosser
Fort Schlosser was a fortification built in Western New York in the USA around 1760 by British Colonial forces, in order to guard the upper entrance to the portage around Niagara Falls, near the...
Fort Schlosser was a fortification built in Western New York in the USA around 1760 by British Colonial forces, in order to guard the upper entrance to the portage around Niagara Falls, near the...
Fort Ticonderoga
Fort Ticonderoga, formerly Fort Carillon, is a large 18th-century fort built by the Canadians and the French.It narrows near the south end of Lake Champlain in upstate New York in the Unit...
Fort Ticonderoga, formerly Fort Carillon, is a large 18th-century fort built by the Canadians and the French.It narrows near the south end of Lake Champlain in upstate New York in the Unit...
Fort William Henry
Fort William Henry was a British fort at the southern end of Lake George in the province of New York.
Fort William Henry was a British fort at the southern end of Lake George in the province of New York.
Fort Zachary Taylor
The Fort Zachary Taylor State Historic Site, better known simply as Fort Taylor,, is a Florida State Park and National Historic Landmark centered on a Civil War-era fort located near the s...
The Fort Zachary Taylor State Historic Site, better known simply as Fort Taylor,, is a Florida State Park and National Historic Landmark centered on a Civil War-era fort located near the s...
Garza Revolution
The Garza Revolution, or the Garza War, was a armed conflict fought in the Mexican state of Coahuila and the American state of Texas between 1891 and 1893.
The Garza Revolution, or the Garza War, was a armed conflict fought in the Mexican state of Coahuila and the American state of Texas between 1891 and 1893.
General Sherman incident
The General Sherman Incident was the destruction of an armed merchant marine side-wheel steamer that visited Korea in 1866.
The General Sherman Incident was the destruction of an armed merchant marine side-wheel steamer that visited Korea in 1866.
Gila Expedition
The Gila Expedition or Morehead War was an 1850 California militia attack on the Quechan Indians in retaliation for the Glanton Massacre near the confluence of the Gila River and Colorado ...
The Gila Expedition or Morehead War was an 1850 California militia attack on the Quechan Indians in retaliation for the Glanton Massacre near the confluence of the Gila River and Colorado ...
Glenn Reynolds (sheriff)
Glenn Reynolds (1853 - November 2, 1889) was a sheriff and militiaman of the Old West, remembered for his death during the Kelvin Grade Massacre, in Arizona Territory, when a group of Apache ren...
Glenn Reynolds (1853 - November 2, 1889) was a sheriff and militiaman of the Old West, remembered for his death during the Kelvin Grade Massacre, in Arizona Territory, when a group of Apache ren...
Glenn Springs Raid
The Glenn Springs Raid occurred in May of 1916 when Mexican Villistas and Carrancistas attacked the towns of Boquillas and Glenn Springs, Texas.
The Glenn Springs Raid occurred in May of 1916 when Mexican Villistas and Carrancistas attacked the towns of Boquillas and Glenn Springs, Texas.
Halloway Massacre
The Halloway Massacre occurred in August of 1857 near the head of the Humboldt River and present day Wells, Nevada.
The Halloway Massacre occurred in August of 1857 near the head of the Humboldt River and present day Wells, Nevada.
Harmar Campaign
The Harmar Campaign was an attempt by the United States to subdue Native Americans in the Northwest Territory in the Autumn of 1790.
The Harmar Campaign was an attempt by the United States to subdue Native Americans in the Northwest Territory in the Autumn of 1790.
Hispanics in the United States Marine Corps
Hispanics in the United States Marine Corps, such as Private France Silva who during the Boxer Rebellion became the first Marine of the thirteen Marines of Hispanic descent to be awarded the Med...
Hispanics in the United States Marine Corps, such as Private France Silva who during the Boxer Rebellion became the first Marine of the thirteen Marines of Hispanic descent to be awarded the Med...
History of the Civil Air Patrol
Civil Air Patrol is the civilian auxiliary of the United States Air Force.
Civil Air Patrol is the civilian auxiliary of the United States Air Force.
History of the United States Marine Corps
The history of the United States Marine Corps began with the founding of the Continental Marines on November 5, 1775 to conduct ship-to-ship fighting, provide shipboard security and discipline e...
The history of the United States Marine Corps began with the founding of the Continental Marines on November 5, 1775 to conduct ship-to-ship fighting, provide shipboard security and discipline e...
History of the United States Navy
The history of the United States Navy divides into two major periods: the "Old Navy", a small but respected force of sailing ships that was also notable for innovation in the use of ironclads du...
The history of the United States Navy divides into two major periods: the "Old Navy", a small but respected force of sailing ships that was also notable for innovation in the use of ironclads du...
Hualapai War (1865-1870)
The Hualapai War, or Walapai War, was an armed conflict fought from 1865 to 1870 between the Hualapai native Americans against the United States in Arizona Territory.
The Hualapai War, or Walapai War, was an armed conflict fought from 1865 to 1870 between the Hualapai native Americans against the United States in Arizona Territory.
Indian massacre
In the history of the European colonization of North America, the term "Indian massacre" was often used to describe either mass killings of Europeans by indigenous people of the North American c...
In the history of the European colonization of North America, the term "Indian massacre" was often used to describe either mass killings of Europeans by indigenous people of the North American c...
Ingham Incident
The Ingham Incident, or the Montezuma Affair, was a naval battle fought in 1835,and the first between Mexico and the United States.
The Ingham Incident, or the Montezuma Affair, was a naval battle fought in 1835,and the first between Mexico and the United States.
Iran Ajr
Iran Ajr, formerly known as the Arya Rakhsh, was a Japanese-built landing craft used by Iran to lay naval mines during the Iran–Iraq War.
Iran Ajr, formerly known as the Arya Rakhsh, was a Japanese-built landing craft used by Iran to lay naval mines during the Iran–Iraq War.
Iran hostage crisis
The Iran hostage crisis was a diplomatic crisis between Iran and the United States where 66 Americans were held hostage for 444 days from November 4, 1979, to January 20, 1981, after a group of ...
The Iran hostage crisis was a diplomatic crisis between Iran and the United States where 66 Americans were held hostage for 444 days from November 4, 1979, to January 20, 1981, after a group of ...
Jicarilla War
The Jicarilla War began in 1849 and was fought between the Jicarilla Apaches and the United States military in New Mexico.
The Jicarilla War began in 1849 and was fought between the Jicarilla Apaches and the United States military in New Mexico.
Johnson-McConnell agreement of 1966
The Johnson-McConnell agreement of 1966 was an agreement between United States Army Chief of Staff General Harold K. Johnson and United States Air Force Chief of Staff General John P. McConnell ...
The Johnson-McConnell agreement of 1966 was an agreement between United States Army Chief of Staff General Harold K. Johnson and United States Air Force Chief of Staff General John P. McConnell ...
Joseph Cheesman Thompson
Joseph Cheesman Thompson, M. D., was a career medical officer in the United States Navy who attained the rank of commander before retirement in 1929.
Joseph Cheesman Thompson, M. D., was a career medical officer in the United States Navy who attained the rank of commander before retirement in 1929.
Kelvin Grade Massacre
The Kelvin Grade Massacre was an incident that occurred in November of 1889 when a group of Apache convicts escaped from police custody near Globe, Arizona.
The Kelvin Grade Massacre was an incident that occurred in November of 1889 when a group of Apache convicts escaped from police custody near Globe, Arizona.
Khobar Towers bombing
The Khobar Towers bombing was a terrorist attack on part of a housing complex in the city of Khobar, Saudi Arabia, located near the national oil company (Saudi Aramco) headquarters of Dhahran.
The Khobar Towers bombing was a terrorist attack on part of a housing complex in the city of Khobar, Saudi Arabia, located near the national oil company (Saudi Aramco) headquarters of Dhahran.
Larcena Pennington
Larcena Pennington was a member of the first family with American citizenship to set foot in Arizona, and a survivor of many life-threatening moments.
Larcena Pennington was a member of the first family with American citizenship to set foot in Arizona, and a survivor of many life-threatening moments.
Larcena Pennington Page
Larcena Pennington Page, or Larcena Ann Pennington Page Scott, (January 10, 1837-March 31, 1913) was a member of a well known family of American pioneers.
Larcena Pennington Page, or Larcena Ann Pennington Page Scott, (January 10, 1837-March 31, 1913) was a member of a well known family of American pioneers.
Las Cuevas War
The Las Cuevas War was a brief armed conflict between a force of Texas Rangers commanded by Capt.
The Las Cuevas War was a brief armed conflict between a force of Texas Rangers commanded by Capt.
Legion of the United States
The Legion of the United States was a reorganization and extension of the United States Army from 1792 to 1796 under the command of Major General Anthony Wayne.
The Legion of the United States was a reorganization and extension of the United States Army from 1792 to 1796 under the command of Major General Anthony Wayne.
Legionville
Legionville (or Legion Ville) was the first formal basic training facility for the military of the United States.
Legionville (or Legion Ville) was the first formal basic training facility for the military of the United States.
Lineage and honors certificate
The lineage and Honors Cirtificate is a legal document, which contains certain words and phrases, that have a spacific meaning.
The lineage and Honors Cirtificate is a legal document, which contains certain words and phrases, that have a spacific meaning.
Little Meadows, Maryland
Little Meadows is located at the foot of Meadow Mountain in western Maryland.
Little Meadows is located at the foot of Meadow Mountain in western Maryland.
Mail Call
Mail Call was a television program appearing on the History Channel and hosted by R. Lee Ermey, a retired United States Marine Corps Staff Sergeant,.
Mail Call was a television program appearing on the History Channel and hosted by R. Lee Ermey, a retired United States Marine Corps Staff Sergeant,.
Major Henderson incident
The Major Henderson incident occurred on June 30, 1975.
The Major Henderson incident occurred on June 30, 1975.
Marshall Mission
The Marshall Mission (December 20, 1945 – January 1947) was a failed diplomatic mission undertaken by United States Army General George C. Marshall to China in an attempt to negotiate the ...
The Marshall Mission (December 20, 1945 – January 1947) was a failed diplomatic mission undertaken by United States Army General George C. Marshall to China in an attempt to negotiate the ...
Military brat (U.S. subculture)
A military brat describes people who spend their childhood or adolescence while a parent serve full-time in the armed forces, and can also refer to the unique subculture and lifestyle of America...
A military brat describes people who spend their childhood or adolescence while a parent serve full-time in the armed forces, and can also refer to the unique subculture and lifestyle of America...
Military history detachment
A military history detachment (MHD) is a detachment in the United States Army responsible for collecting documentation of the army in military conflicts for future work by military historians in...
A military history detachment (MHD) is a detachment in the United States Army responsible for collecting documentation of the army in military conflicts for future work by military historians in...
Military history of African Americans
The military history of African Americans spans from the arrival of the first black slaves during the colonial history of the United States to the present day.
The military history of African Americans spans from the arrival of the first black slaves during the colonial history of the United States to the present day.
Military history of the Aleutian Islands
The military history of the Aleutian Islands began almost immediately following the purchase of Alaska by the United States.
The military history of the Aleutian Islands began almost immediately following the purchase of Alaska by the United States.
Military history of the United States
The military history of the United States spans a period of over two centuries.
The military history of the United States spans a period of over two centuries.
Military history of Vermont
The military history of Vermont covers the military history of the American state of Vermont, as part of French colonial America; as part of Massachusetts, New Hampshire and New York during the ...
The military history of Vermont covers the military history of the American state of Vermont, as part of French colonial America; as part of Massachusetts, New Hampshire and New York during the ...
Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States
The Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States, also known by its acronym MOLLUS or simply as the Loyal Legion, is a United States patriotic order, organized Ap...
The Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States, also known by its acronym MOLLUS or simply as the Loyal Legion, is a United States patriotic order, organized Ap...
Militia (United States)
The role of militia, also known as military service and duty, in the United States is complex and has transformed over time.
The role of militia, also known as military service and duty, in the United States is complex and has transformed over time.
Militia Acts of 1792
The Militia Act of 1792 was a series of statutes enacted by the second United States Congress in 1792.
The Militia Act of 1792 was a series of statutes enacted by the second United States Congress in 1792.
Mobile Riverine Force
In the Vietnam War, the Mobile Riverine Force (MRF) (after May 1967), initially designated Mekong Delta Mobile Afloat Force, and later euphemistically the Riverines, were a joint US Army a...
In the Vietnam War, the Mobile Riverine Force (MRF) (after May 1967), initially designated Mekong Delta Mobile Afloat Force, and later euphemistically the Riverines, were a joint US Army a...
Mowry Massacres
The Mowry Massacres, also known as the Mowry Murders, were a series of Apache attacks in and around the mining town of Mowry, Arizona between 1863 and 1865.
The Mowry Massacres, also known as the Mowry Murders, were a series of Apache attacks in and around the mining town of Mowry, Arizona between 1863 and 1865.
Navy Electronics Laboratory
The U.S. Navy Electronics Laboratory (NEL) was created in 1945, with the consolidation of the Navy Radio and Sound Lab and its wartime partner, the University of California Division of...
The U.S. Navy Electronics Laboratory (NEL) was created in 1945, with the consolidation of the Navy Radio and Sound Lab and its wartime partner, the University of California Division of...
Ned Christie's War
Ned Cristies War is a term that has been used to descibe the overall confrontation between American lawmen and the Cherokee renegade Ned Christie.
Ned Cristies War is a term that has been used to descibe the overall confrontation between American lawmen and the Cherokee renegade Ned Christie.
Negro Rebellion
The Negro Rebellion, also known as the Little Race War, or The Twelve, was an armed conflict in Cuba, taking place mainly in the eastern region of the island in 1912.
The Negro Rebellion, also known as the Little Race War, or The Twelve, was an armed conflict in Cuba, taking place mainly in the eastern region of the island in 1912.
Neville Ranch Raid
The Neville Ranch Raid occurred on the night of March 25, 1918 and was the last serious attack on a Texas ranch by Mexican rebels during the Bandit War.
The Neville Ranch Raid occurred on the night of March 25, 1918 and was the last serious attack on a Texas ranch by Mexican rebels during the Bandit War.
Nuka Hiva Campaign
The Nuka Hiva Campaign refers to an armed conflict between the United States and the Polynesian inhabitants of Nuka Hiva during the Pacific Ocean theater of the War of 1812.
The Nuka Hiva Campaign refers to an armed conflict between the United States and the Polynesian inhabitants of Nuka Hiva during the Pacific Ocean theater of the War of 1812.
Nuku Hiva Campaign
The Nuku Hiva Campaign refers to an armed conflict between the United States and the Polynesian inhabitants of Nuka Hiva during the Pacific Ocean theater of the War of 1812.
The Nuku Hiva Campaign refers to an armed conflict between the United States and the Polynesian inhabitants of Nuka Hiva during the Pacific Ocean theater of the War of 1812.
Nuremberg and Vietnam: An American Tragedy
Nuremberg and Vietnam: An American Tragedy is a book written by Telford Taylor, the Chief Counsel Prosecutor at the Nuremberg Trials.
Nuremberg and Vietnam: An American Tragedy is a book written by Telford Taylor, the Chief Counsel Prosecutor at the Nuremberg Trials.
Ohio Country
The Ohio Country (sometimes called the Ohio Territory or Ohio Valley by the French) was the name used in the 18th century for the regions of North America west of the Appalachian Mou...
The Ohio Country (sometimes called the Ohio Territory or Ohio Valley by the French) was the name used in the 18th century for the regions of North America west of the Appalachian Mou...
Ojo de Agua Raid
The Ojo de Agua Raid was the last important military engagement between Mexican Seditionistas and the United States Army.
The Ojo de Agua Raid was the last important military engagement between Mexican Seditionistas and the United States Army.
Operation Burnt Frost
Operation Burnt Frost was the code name given to the military operation to intercept and destroy a non-functioning U.S. National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) satellite named USA-193.
Operation Burnt Frost was the code name given to the military operation to intercept and destroy a non-functioning U.S. National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) satellite named USA-193.
Operation Golden Pheasant
Operation Golden Pheasant was an emergency deployment of U.S. troops to Honduras in 1988, as a result of threatening actions by the forces of the Nicaraguans.
Operation Golden Pheasant was an emergency deployment of U.S. troops to Honduras in 1988, as a result of threatening actions by the forces of the Nicaraguans.
Operation Jump Start
In May 2006, President George W. Bush announced a plan to aid U.S. Customs and Border Patrol he called this operation: Operation Jump Start which included the deployment of United St...
In May 2006, President George W. Bush announced a plan to aid U.S. Customs and Border Patrol he called this operation: Operation Jump Start which included the deployment of United St...
Owen Biddle, Sr.
Owen Biddle, Sr. was a clockmaker and watchmaker by trade, a merchant in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, an American Revolutionary War Colonel, and an astronomer and scientist.
Owen Biddle, Sr. was a clockmaker and watchmaker by trade, a merchant in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, an American Revolutionary War Colonel, and an astronomer and scientist.
Pancho Villa Expedition
The Pancho Villa Expedition—officially known in the United States as the Mexican Expedition and sometimes colloquially referred to as the Punitive Expedition—was a military operation...
The Pancho Villa Expedition—officially known in the United States as the Mexican Expedition and sometimes colloquially referred to as the Punitive Expedition—was a military operation...
Panthers Over Korea
Panthers Over Korea (2007) is a non fiction account of George Schnitzer's (1929 - 2010) experiences as a United States Navy pilot during the Korean War flying the Grumman F9F Panther Jet aircraft.
Panthers Over Korea (2007) is a non fiction account of George Schnitzer's (1929 - 2010) experiences as a United States Navy pilot during the Korean War flying the Grumman F9F Panther Jet aircraft.
Paraguay expedition
The Paraguay expedition was a United States Naval mission sent to Asunción, Paraguay in 1858 to demand indemnity and apology from the Paraguayan Government for the 1 February 1855 firing on the ...
The Paraguay expedition was a United States Naval mission sent to Asunción, Paraguay in 1858 to demand indemnity and apology from the Paraguayan Government for the 1 February 1855 firing on the ...
Pawnee Scouts
Pawnee Scouts were part of the United States Army in the latter half of the 19th century.
Pawnee Scouts were part of the United States Army in the latter half of the 19th century.
Persian Corridor
The Persian Corridor is the name for a supply route through Iran into Soviet Azerbaijan by which British aid and American Lend-Lease supplies were transferred to the Soviet Union during World War II.
The Persian Corridor is the name for a supply route through Iran into Soviet Azerbaijan by which British aid and American Lend-Lease supplies were transferred to the Soviet Union during World War II.
Posey War
The Posey War, also known as Poseys War, or the Last Indian Uprising and several othe names, occurred in March of 1923 and may be considered the final Indian War in American history.
The Posey War, also known as Poseys War, or the Last Indian Uprising and several othe names, occurred in March of 1923 and may be considered the final Indian War in American history.
Project MKNAOMI
MKNAOMI was the code name for a joint Department of Defense/CIA research program lasting from the 1950s through the 1970s.
MKNAOMI was the code name for a joint Department of Defense/CIA research program lasting from the 1950s through the 1970s.
Project MKULTRA
Project MKULTRA, or MK-ULTRA, was the code name for a covert, illegal CIA human experimentation program, run by the CIA's Office of Scientific Intelligence.
Project MKULTRA, or MK-ULTRA, was the code name for a covert, illegal CIA human experimentation program, run by the CIA's Office of Scientific Intelligence.
Recreation and Amusement Association
RAA, or more literally Special Comfort Facility Association, was the official euphemism for the prostitution centers arranged for occupying U.S. armed forces by the Japanese Government af...
RAA, or more literally Special Comfort Facility Association, was the official euphemism for the prostitution centers arranged for occupying U.S. armed forces by the Japanese Government af...
Religious symbolism in the United States military
Religious symbolism in the United States military includes the use of religious symbols for military chaplain insignia, uniforms, emblems, flags, and chapels; symbolic gestures, actions, and wor...
Religious symbolism in the United States military includes the use of religious symbols for military chaplain insignia, uniforms, emblems, flags, and chapels; symbolic gestures, actions, and wor...
Renegade period of the Apache Wars
The Renegade period of the Apache Wars refers to the conflicts between the United States and the Apache people who left the reservation system between 1879 and 1886, and renegade Apaches who liv...
The Renegade period of the Apache Wars refers to the conflicts between the United States and the Apache people who left the reservation system between 1879 and 1886, and renegade Apaches who liv...
Roosevelt's World War I volunteers
Roosevelt's World War I volunteers was a proposed military volunteer formation of Americans to fight in France for the Allies.
Roosevelt's World War I volunteers was a proposed military volunteer formation of Americans to fight in France for the Allies.
Rough Riders
The Rough Riders is the name bestowed on the 1st United States Volunteer Cavalry, one of three such regiments raised in 1898 for the Spanish-American War and the only one of the three to s...
The Rough Riders is the name bestowed on the 1st United States Volunteer Cavalry, one of three such regiments raised in 1898 for the Spanish-American War and the only one of the three to s...
San Felipe Incident (1835)
The San Felipe Incident was the first naval battle fought between Mexican and rebel forces during the Texas Revolution.
The San Felipe Incident was the first naval battle fought between Mexican and rebel forces during the Texas Revolution.
San Ygnacio Raid
The San Ygncaio Raid refers to a battle fought on June 15, 1916 between the United States Army and Mexican raiders near the border town of San Ygnacio, Texas.
The San Ygncaio Raid refers to a battle fought on June 15, 1916 between the United States Army and Mexican raiders near the border town of San Ygnacio, Texas.
Santo Domingo Affair
The Santo Domingo Affair, in 1904, refers to an incident involving the United States and insurgent forces of Carlos F. Morales in the present day Dominican Republic.
The Santo Domingo Affair, in 1904, refers to an incident involving the United States and insurgent forces of Carlos F. Morales in the present day Dominican Republic.
Scuttling of SMS Cormoran
The Scuttling of SMS Cormoran off Guam on April 7, 1917 was the result of the United States entry into World War I and the internment of the German merchant raider SMS Cormoran.
The Scuttling of SMS Cormoran off Guam on April 7, 1917 was the result of the United States entry into World War I and the internment of the German merchant raider SMS Cormoran.
Second Battle of Dragoon Springs
The Second Battle of Dragoon Springs was one of many skirmishes involving Apache warriors and Confederate soldiers.
The Second Battle of Dragoon Springs was one of many skirmishes involving Apache warriors and Confederate soldiers.
Second Battle of Fort Defiance
The Second Battle of Fort Defiance was a military engagement fought during the United States period of the Navajo Wars.
The Second Battle of Fort Defiance was a military engagement fought during the United States period of the Navajo Wars.
Second Battle of Mesilla
The Second Battle of Mesilla was an unusual engagement of the American Civil War, it was fought in July 1862 and was the last engagement between Union and Confederate forces in Arizona Territory.
The Second Battle of Mesilla was an unusual engagement of the American Civil War, it was fought in July 1862 and was the last engagement between Union and Confederate forces in Arizona Territory.
Second Vinson Act
The Second Vinson Act was an Act of Congress, passed in May 1938, which "mandated a 20% increase in strength of the United States Navy".
The Second Vinson Act was an Act of Congress, passed in May 1938, which "mandated a 20% increase in strength of the United States Navy".
Seminole-Negro Indian Scouts
The Black Seminole Scouts, also known as the Seminole-Negro Indian Scouts, or Seminole Scouts, were employed by the United States Army between 1870 and 1914.
The Black Seminole Scouts, also known as the Seminole-Negro Indian Scouts, or Seminole Scouts, were employed by the United States Army between 1870 and 1914.
Sheep Wars
The Sheep Wars, or the Sheep and Cattle Wars, refers to a series of armed conflicts in the western United States, which were fought between sheepmen and cattlemen over grazing rights.
The Sheep Wars, or the Sheep and Cattle Wars, refers to a series of armed conflicts in the western United States, which were fought between sheepmen and cattlemen over grazing rights.
Sheepshooter's War
The Sheepshooters War was a minor sheep war fought in central and eastern Oregon.
The Sheepshooters War was a minor sheep war fought in central and eastern Oregon.
Siege of Tubac
The Siege of Tubac was a siege of the Apache Wars, between settlers and militia of Confederate Arizona and Chiricahua Apaches.
The Siege of Tubac was a siege of the Apache Wars, between settlers and militia of Confederate Arizona and Chiricahua Apaches.
Sitgreaves Expedition
The Sitgreaves Expedition was a combined American scientific and military mission to explore the Zuni River, the Little Colorado River and the Colorado River in 1851.
The Sitgreaves Expedition was a combined American scientific and military mission to explore the Zuni River, the Little Colorado River and the Colorado River in 1851.
Skeleton Canyon Shootout
The Skeleton Canyon Shootout was a gunfight between members of the High Five Gang and a posse of American lawmen.
The Skeleton Canyon Shootout was a gunfight between members of the High Five Gang and a posse of American lawmen.
Skirmish in Doubtful Canyon
The Skirmish in Doubtful Canyon took place on May 3, 1864 between a company of infantry from the California Column and a band of about 100 Apaches.
The Skirmish in Doubtful Canyon took place on May 3, 1864 between a company of infantry from the California Column and a band of about 100 Apaches.
Spanish-American War
The Spanish–American War was a conflict in 1898 between Spain and the United States.
The Spanish–American War was a conflict in 1898 between Spain and the United States.
Spanish–American War
The Spanish–American War was a conflict in 1898 between Spain and the United States.
The Spanish–American War was a conflict in 1898 between Spain and the United States.
Stolen Valor Act of 2005
The Stolen Valor Act of 2005, signed into law by President George W. Bush on December 20, 2006, is a U.S. law that broadens the provisions of previous U.S. law addressing the unauthorized wear, ...
The Stolen Valor Act of 2005, signed into law by President George W. Bush on December 20, 2006, is a U.S. law that broadens the provisions of previous U.S. law addressing the unauthorized wear, ...
Strategic Defense Initiative
The Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) was proposed by U.S. President Ronald Reagan on March 23, 1983, to use ground and space-based systems to protect the United States from attack by str...
The Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) was proposed by U.S. President Ronald Reagan on March 23, 1983, to use ground and space-based systems to protect the United States from attack by str...
Tarnak Farm incident
The Tarnak Farm incident refers to the killing of four Canadian soldiers and the injury of eight others from the Third Battalion of Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on the night of Ap...
The Tarnak Farm incident refers to the killing of four Canadian soldiers and the injury of eight others from the Third Battalion of Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry on the night of Ap...
Texas-Indian wars
The Texas–Indian wars were a series of conflicts between settlers in Texas and Southern Plains Indians.
The Texas–Indian wars were a series of conflicts between settlers in Texas and Southern Plains Indians.
Texas–Indian Wars
The Texas–Indian Wars were a series of conflicts between settlers in Texas and Plains Indians.
The Texas–Indian Wars were a series of conflicts between settlers in Texas and Plains Indians.
The Buffalo Saga
The Buffalo Saga: A Story from World War II U.S. Army 92nd Infantry Division known as the Buffalo Soldiers is an autobiography by James Harden Daugherty, who served in the only African Ameri...
The Buffalo Saga: A Story from World War II U.S. Army 92nd Infantry Division known as the Buffalo Soldiers is an autobiography by James Harden Daugherty, who served in the only African Ameri...
The Holohan Murder Case
The Holohan Murder Case concerned the death of OSS Major William Holohan in Italy during the Second World War.
The Holohan Murder Case concerned the death of OSS Major William Holohan in Italy during the Second World War.
Trail of Tears
The Trail of Tears is a name given to the forced relocation and movement of Native American nations from southeastern parts of the United States following the Indian Removal Act of 1830.
The Trail of Tears is a name given to the forced relocation and movement of Native American nations from southeastern parts of the United States following the Indian Removal Act of 1830.
Transcontinental Motor Convoy
The Transcontinental Motor Convoys were early 20th century vehicle convoys, including three US Army truck trains, that crossed the United States to the west coast.
The Transcontinental Motor Convoys were early 20th century vehicle convoys, including three US Army truck trains, that crossed the United States to the west coast.
Trieste United States Troops
The Army command Trieste United States Troops (TRUST) was established 1 May 1947 in accord with a protocol to the Italian peace treaty which created the Free Territory of Trieste.
The Army command Trieste United States Troops (TRUST) was established 1 May 1947 in accord with a protocol to the Italian peace treaty which created the Free Territory of Trieste.
Two-Ocean Navy Act
The Two-Ocean Navy Act, (a.k.a.
The Two-Ocean Navy Act, (a.k.a.
U.S. raid on the Iranian Liaison Office in Arbil
The US raid on the Iranian Liaison Office in Arbil refers to the events of 11 January 2007 when the US military raided the Iranian Liaison Office (which was in the process of becoming accredited...
The US raid on the Iranian Liaison Office in Arbil refers to the events of 11 January 2007 when the US military raided the Iranian Liaison Office (which was in the process of becoming accredited...
Union blockade
The Union Blockade, or the Blockade of the South, took place between 1861 and 1865, during the American Civil War, when the Union Navy maintained a strenuous effort on the Atlantic and...
The Union Blockade, or the Blockade of the South, took place between 1861 and 1865, during the American Civil War, when the Union Navy maintained a strenuous effort on the Atlantic and...
United States Army Center of Military History
The United States Army Center of Military History is a Directorate within the Office of the Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Army.
The United States Army Center of Military History is a Directorate within the Office of the Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Army.
United States Army Military Government in Korea
The United States Army Military Government in Korea, also known as USAMGIK, was the official administration body of the southern half of the Korean Peninsula from September 8, 1945 to Augu...
The United States Army Military Government in Korea, also known as USAMGIK, was the official administration body of the southern half of the Korean Peninsula from September 8, 1945 to Augu...
United States biological weapons program
The United States biological weapons program officially began in spring 1943 on orders from U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt.
The United States biological weapons program officially began in spring 1943 on orders from U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt.
United States occupation of Cuba (1906-1909)
The United States occupation of Cuba, or the Cuban Pacification, was a major United States military operation that began in September of 1906.
The United States occupation of Cuba, or the Cuban Pacification, was a major United States military operation that began in September of 1906.
United States Revenue Cutter Service
The United States Revenue Cutter Service was established by Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton in 1790 as an armed maritime law enforcement service.
The United States Revenue Cutter Service was established by Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton in 1790 as an armed maritime law enforcement service.
United States Volunteers
United States Volunteers also known as U.S. Volunteers, U. S. Vol.
United States Volunteers also known as U.S. Volunteers, U. S. Vol.
USASA Field Station Augsburg
USASA Field Station Augsburg was the site of a Wullenweber AN/FLR-9 radio direction finder, established during the Cold War.
USASA Field Station Augsburg was the site of a Wullenweber AN/FLR-9 radio direction finder, established during the Cold War.
USS Monocacy Incident
The USS Monocacy Incident was an attack on the American gunboat in January of 1918 by Chinese soldiers along the Yangtze River.
The USS Monocacy Incident was an attack on the American gunboat in January of 1918 by Chinese soldiers along the Yangtze River.
USS Monocacy incident
The USS Monocacy incident was an attack on the American gunboat in January 1918 by Chinese soldiers along the Yangtze River.
The USS Monocacy incident was an attack on the American gunboat in January 1918 by Chinese soldiers along the Yangtze River.
USS Panay incident
The USS Panay incident was a Japanese attack on the American gunboat while she was anchored in the Yangtze River outside Nanking, China on December 12, 1937.
The USS Panay incident was a Japanese attack on the American gunboat while she was anchored in the Yangtze River outside Nanking, China on December 12, 1937.
Ute Wars
The Ute Wars may refer to a number of conflicts between the Ute people and the United States which began in 1850 and ended in 1923.
The Ute Wars may refer to a number of conflicts between the Ute people and the United States which began in 1850 and ended in 1923.
Veterans History Project of the Library of Congress American Folklife Center
The United States Congress created the Veterans History Project in 2000.
The United States Congress created the Veterans History Project in 2000.
Vietnam War
The Vietnam War was a Cold War-era military conflict that occurred in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia from 1 November 1955 to the fall of Saigon on 30 April 1975.
The Vietnam War was a Cold War-era military conflict that occurred in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia from 1 November 1955 to the fall of Saigon on 30 April 1975.
Virginius Affair
The Virginius Affair was a diplomatic dispute that occurred from October 1873 to February 1875 between the United States, Great Britain and Spain, then in control of Cuba, during the Ten Ye...
The Virginius Affair was a diplomatic dispute that occurred from October 1873 to February 1875 between the United States, Great Britain and Spain, then in control of Cuba, during the Ten Ye...
War Industries Board
The War Industries Board was a United States government agency established on July 28, 1917, during World War I], to coordinate the purchase of war supplies.
The War Industries Board was a United States government agency established on July 28, 1917, during World War I], to coordinate the purchase of war supplies.
War Plan Black
One of the Rainbow Plans, War Plan Black was the name of an American military plan to fight Germany in the early 20th century.
One of the Rainbow Plans, War Plan Black was the name of an American military plan to fight Germany in the early 20th century.
Washington's Headquarters (Valley Forge)
Washington's Headquarters at Valley Forge, also known as Isaac Potts House, was in the Isaac Potts House, located at the confluence of Valley Creek with the Schuylkill River, in Vall...
Washington's Headquarters at Valley Forge, also known as Isaac Potts House, was in the Isaac Potts House, located at the confluence of Valley Creek with the Schuylkill River, in Vall...
West Indies Anti-Piracy Operations of the United States
The West Indies Anti-Piracy Operations refer to the United States Navy presence in the Antilles, and surrounding waters, which fought against pirates.
The West Indies Anti-Piracy Operations refer to the United States Navy presence in the Antilles, and surrounding waters, which fought against pirates.
Wham Paymaster Robbery
The Wham Paymaster Robbery was a little known robbery in the days of the American Old West.
The Wham Paymaster Robbery was a little known robbery in the days of the American Old West.
White Massacre
The White Massacre was an engagement between American settlers and a band of hostile Utes and Jicarilla Apaches that occurred in northeast New Mexico on October 28, 1849.
The White Massacre was an engagement between American settlers and a band of hostile Utes and Jicarilla Apaches that occurred in northeast New Mexico on October 28, 1849.
Yaqui Uprising
The Yaqui Uprising, or the Nogales Uprising, was an armed conflict that took place in the Mexican state of Sonora and the American state of Arizona.
The Yaqui Uprising, or the Nogales Uprising, was an armed conflict that took place in the Mexican state of Sonora and the American state of Arizona.
Yavapai War
The Yavapai War, also known as the Tonto War, or the Apache War, was an armed conflict in the United States from 1871 to 1975 against renegade Yavapai and Western Apache bands of Arizona.
The Yavapai War, also known as the Tonto War, or the Apache War, was an armed conflict in the United States from 1871 to 1975 against renegade Yavapai and Western Apache bands of Arizona.
Yavapai Wars
The Yavapai Wars were a series of armed conflicts between the Yavapai and the United States in Arizona.
The Yavapai Wars were a series of armed conflicts between the Yavapai and the United States in Arizona.