Pilot reported fire on vintage military plane before Alaska crashThe C54D-DC airplane — a military version of the WWII-era Douglas DC-4 aircraft — crashed outside Fairbanks Tuesday. No survivors were found.12 hours ago
Remains of WWII pilot identified decades after fatal bombing missionArmy Air Forces 2nd Lt. John E. McLauchlen Jr. was killed during a World War II bombing mission in Southeast Asia.3 days ago
Search begins for wreckage of ace pilot Richard Bong’s crashed planeTwo historical groups are looking for Richard Bong's Lockheed P-38 Lightning plane, nicknamed “Marge” in honor of his girlfriend, Marjorie Vattendahl.5 weeks ago
Want to talk to a WWII vet? AI can help at this New Orleans museumAn AI-powered exhibit will enable visitors to the National WWII Museum to ask questions of war-era heroes and supporters of the U.S. war effort.5 weeks ago
The TV show that ambushed a Hiroshima survivor with an Enola Gay pilotThe bizarre interaction caused many, including Jack Gould at The New York Times, to accuse the show of exploiting the raw and private emotions of victims.By Claire Barrett5 weeks ago
‘Ghosts’ of WWII to be honored with Congressional Gold MedalActivated in 1944, the unit known as the Ghost Army was the first mobile, multimedia tactical deception outfit in U.S. Army history.By Claire Barrett5 weeks ago