Battles and warfare have shaped borders, toppled empires and changed human history in a single day. In this section you can explore the stories behind famous clashes on land, sea and in the air, from ancient spear lines and medieval knights to world wars and modern conflict.
Our articles look at strategy, technology and the people who had to make unimaginably hard decisions. We cover legendary commanders, turning points, disastrous mistakes, clever tactics and the everyday soldiers who actually did the fighting. You will also find quick facts on weapons, armour, fortifications and how warfare evolved over time.
We do not glorify war, but we do aim to explain it clearly. You will see how politics, religion, fear and ambition all play a part, and how a single victory or defeat can change the course of a civilisation.
Whether you are curious about famous battles like Thermopylae or Waterloo, trench life in the First World War, naval warfare, or strange and surprising campaigns you have never heard of, this category offers concise, engaging reads. Battles & Warfare on MuseumFacts helps you understand how and why wars were fought and what they left behind.
Humans always proved themselves as adaptable and capable when it came to ways to kill and survive. The same goes for the technological advancements of weapons used in the WW1 or World War 1. Popularly known as the Great War,…
Most of us think of samurai at the mention of Japan. However, we’re going to be talking about their female counterpart who proved just as powerful and sometimes even more. “Onna-bugeisha” is the Japanese word for “female martial artist.” However,…
The Battle of Britain, Falaise Pocket and the Battle of Bulge are some of World War II’s most historic fights. All three of them had a common goal, which was to destroy the Nazi troops of Germany. We give some…
The question is why the U.S. entered World War I, it was neutral in the beginning so what made it change its decision later? The U.S. entry in World War I was for a short while but it left a…
The weapons used by the Ancient Roman army played a key role in securing their victories in battles. They used a variety of weapons and each weapon had a different purpose and role. These weapons were very effective for the…
Military Operations played a very significant part in World War II. Due to these operations, many notable changes took place during the War. The Allies as well as the Axis Powers took part in many military operations to change the…
Introduction Knights were individuals granted knighthood by a monarch, the church, or a ruling authority. While warrior elites existed long before the Middle Ages, the knights most people recognise today emerged in medieval Europe, bound by warfare, social rank, and…
World War I, also known as the Great War, was a war around the world which originated from Europe. It took place from July 1914 to November 1918. Here are 12 facts about World War I that you need to…
Just like how the media works today, war propaganda posters of the past were a powerful mode of communication and persuasion. They were made to influence the attitude of society towards a specific cause. Even though some of them were…
