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How the U.S. Air Force Works
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The U.S. Air Force is the youngest American military branch, forming in the 20th century after the invention of the airplane. Learn about the history of the Air Force, how it's structured, the process of joining and leaving, and life during time served.
The U.S. Air Force Quiz
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Its speed and ground-shattering firepower make it the most feared military force on planet Earth. How much do you know about the U.S. Air Force?
The U.S. Air Force Dropped an Atomic Bomb on South Carolina in 1958
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In the 1950s a nuclear bomb was accidentally dropped on rural South Carolina. Learn more about this weird history in this HowStuffWorks article.
Russian Army Repels Hitler's Forces: August 1942-January 1943
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The Russian Army repelling Hitler's forces put an end to the bloodiest battle in history. Learn about it and other World War II events of this period.
Can You Match These American Military Unit Nicknames to the Correct Branch of Service?
Some units of the United States Armed Forces earn striking or fearsome nicknames due to their combat service. If we give you one unit's famous nickname, can you match it to the correct branch of service?
Can You Get More Than 11 Right on This WWII Airplanes Quiz?
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Spitfires, Hurricanes, Mustangs, Zeroes ... and even Thunderbolts and Lightnings. They are all here! The question is, can you identify a range of World War II aircraft? Keep your finger on the trigger, punch the throttle and let's go!
Is North Korea Equipped to Attack the United States?
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The Kim Jong Un regime continues to demonstrate its desire to threaten the U.S. and its allies with nuclear-armed ICBMs. But can any of these missiles actually reach the U.S. mainland?
Can You Identify These World War II Planes From an Image Without Any Hints?
Up and away and zooming through the skies, do you think you have what it takes to identify these beautiful aircraft from World War II? You do? Well, let's test your knowledge then, shall we?
Consolidated B-24 Liberator
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The Consolidated B-24 Liberator was the most prolific American plane of World War II. But the B-24 was not as attractive as the B-17 bomber, nor did it win the same popular regard from the public. Read the story and specifications of the B-24 bomber.
What is a keyhole satellite and what can it really spy on?
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On a television drama last week, the plot involved photos taken of a Russian missile silo, and the characters mentioned a "keyhole satellite." What is a keyhole satellite and what can it really spy on?