Wild Bill Wilder gives us a glimpse of what it was like for the troops on the ground during the battle of Saipain, June 15th, 1944.

The meticulous planning and successful execution of the surprise attack on U.S. naval and army forces at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, produced one of the worst, consequences in the military history of the world.

The United States, with all her industries and people devoted to winning the war, was developing the largest, most powerful armed forces in the world. Unhampered by attacks from the air, the factories turned out a never ending stream of material.

We present the latest in our themed collections of historical photos from the ACG image archive, simply download to your PC.

Throughout our history, the men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States have placed the security of our Nation before their own safety. America will be forever grateful for their service and sacrifice. On Memorial Day, we honor those who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom.

In the second part of his analysis of the battle, Luis Reis details the final outcome of this historic engagement.

By the 1830’s, political reforms were sought by The Patriotes, a political organization headed by Louis Joseph Papineau, and aided by a militant wing called the Sons of Liberty. On November 7th 1837, open violence between “reformists” and pro-British elements erupted in Montreal.

By the end of World War One, Japan was seen emerging from a dark medieval past into a growing industrial might. Of all the countries of the Far East, Japan was fast becoming a candidate in the arena of world powers.

ACG presents this examination of the justification for the US’s doctrine of waging preemptive warfare in its global war on terrorism. Major Lid is a 20-year veteran of airborne, infantry and special operations assignments and therefore brings his considerable insight into the discussion regarding America’s new approach to dealing with the unprecedented security threats faced today. Sharply criticized by opponents of America’s “preemptive warfare” doctrine, the new strategy continues to stir debate. Here are the basic considerations regarding the purpose, morality and consequences of the new path in America’s military strategy.

Riverine fighting along the Rach Ba Rai River, September 15, 1967

We take an opening look at this Portuguese battle, part of a greater war that marked the 14th century in Europe.

Wild Bill Wilder takes a look at the role of Air Cavalry in the Vietnam War.

Images from the ACG archive.

Joeri Teuwisse details the traumatic five days that saw the Nazis overrun this tiny country and which culminated in the bombing of Rotterdam.

Armchair General presents a fascinating glimpse of the still-preserved Tokyo office of General MacArthur.

The Fuhrer still did not consider the American fighting man to be a resolute, well-disciplined soldier. That would change with time and experience.