Matt Whittaker

Incredibly, camels played a vital role in the Old West; with their hardy constitutions they became the ideal companions in arid, desert regions.

The law enforcement agency known as the Texas Rangers was founded to shield settlers from Native American tribes.

Japanese master filmmaker Akira Kurosawa made his mark during the 1940s, and his influence is still felt in the work of international filmmakers today.

World War II is when the bomber came of age, and such aircraft could impact the course of war. All the powers would field planes whose names would become synonymous with this conflict.

While samurai movies and Westerns might seem entirely distinct, hardcore fans will notice many overlaps between the two classic film genres.

The 54th Regiment was an army of free and enslaved African American slaves who played a key role during the American Civil War.

The curiously named ‘Hobart’s Funnies’ was the British Royal Army’s 79th Armored Division, named after British officer Major General Sir Percy Hobart.

The Harlem Hellfighters were the African American soldiers of the 369th Infantry Regiment, who earned a legendary reputation for their fearless bravery.