Modern War

The focus of the Modern War section of the Military History Topic is the years from the signing of the surender document on the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay in September 1945 to include the Korean Conflict (1950-53) , Indochina-Vietnam (1945-75), the Cold War (1948-1989), and any number of other conflicts, actions, peacekeeping missions and wars across all continents and oceans since 1945 to present.

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Latest articles in Modern War

Gen. Douglas MacArthur

MacArthur's military career can be summarized in his famous "Duty, Honor, Country" speech, which he gave to West Point cadets shortly before his death.

Jan 8, 2012 – Eliot Elwar

Ultimate Guide to US Army Combat

A Review of the new mega-manual by Skyhorse publishing on everything combat related in the US Army.

Dec 17, 2011 – Christopher Eger

Combat Aircraft Operations

Since their early usage in human conflict, military combat and support aircraft revolutionized warfare concepts, tactics, techniques, and procedures.

Dec 17, 2011 – Eliot Elwar

In Katrina's Wake: The U.S. Coast Guard vs the 2005 Hurricanes

A review of the amazing true story of how the smallest of the armed forces helped save the Gulf Coast after the hurricanes of 2005

Dec 13, 2011 – Christopher Eger

The Story of Sergeant Reckless USMC Korean War Horse

A short Mongolian mare, purchased for $250, became a decorated USMC war hero during the Korean War.