Somewhat unique in its military classification, the German Sturmgeschütz fought, although part of the artillery, together with other fighting vehicles and the infantry directly at the front lines.

Japanese military aviation, as with so many other nations, had its humble origins in the use of balloons for battlefield reconnaissance. Observation balloons were used with some success during the Russo-Japanese War of 1904-1905, sowing the seeds of a proud aviation heritage within the Japanese military.

The No. 300 (Polish) Bomber Squadron was a unit within the British Royal Air Force, composed of aviators of Polish origin. It fought besides other Allied formations until the very end of the war.

Deception is a common tool of war, the Trojan Horse a classic example. During WW2 all sides created elaborate distractions and hoaxes, but none was as extensive, innovate, and complete as the U.S. Army’s 23rd Headquarters Special Troop, the Ghost Army.

Although barely involved in the war, the Colombian Air Force had fascinating prewar ties with both Germany and America, resulting in a truly unique history and a strong organization to be proud of.

In today's National Forces article, we will take a look at the Air Force of Iraq which, during World War II, took part in combat operations on both the Allied and Axis side.

The history of the Philippine Air Force started in March 1937. It was then that the Philippine National Guard was created via the Militia Act 2715.

In this 'Air Forces' article, we take a look at the Air Force of Argentinia, it's origins, own aircraft developments and military involvements.

Todays article of the 'Air Forces' series investigates the origins and history of the Royal Danish Air Force and the airmen in its service.

The origins of military aviation in Ireland are nothing if not unique. With the purchase of a single Martinsyde Type A biplane, Irish military aviation was born.

Read about the brief history of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force and participate in a special event designed for all P-47 pilots!

The 653rd Heavy Panzerjäger Battalion was a Tank Destroyer Battalion comprised of Ferdinads and Jagdtigers.

Read today in our Air Forces series about the Israeli Air Force, established in 1948 as the direct successor of the Sherut Avir, the air wing of Israel's underground armed forces. 

Discover the story of Chilean and Peruvian Air Forces, two countries from the western coast of South America.

The history of aviation in New Zealand can be dated as far back as 1913. It was then that New Zealand received two Bleriot XI monoplanes supplied by Great Britain.