Backpacks have been around since before the early 1900s when Americans invented the term “backpack.” Backpacks have always been an important tool for humans, originally used by hunters to carry their gear or gatherers to transport their produce. Military backpacks first appeared in the United States in the mid-nineteenth century, sparking the … Read more
Jungle boots are a form of combat boot developed for use in jungle warfare or in hot, humid settings where a conventional leather combat boot would be unpleasant or unsuited. To aid in ventilation and moisture drainage, jungle boots contain vent holes in the instep and, in some cases, a canvas upper. … Read more
Olive drab cans are what they’re called. The beer producers designed the cans in this manner so that they would not reflect on the battlefield and would aid to keep our men safe. Before world war II, no one drank from cans. They’d pop the cans open and pour the beer into … Read more
Thailand is one of the world’s most renowned and primed tourist destinations. It’s no surprise as it is blessed with pristine beaches, delectable cuisine, gorgeous temples, rich history, natural landscapes, cultural sites, and architectural wonders. As you walk around Bangkok and visit other attractions in the country, you may wonder how such … Read more
Rosie the Riveter was an allegorical WWII cultural icon. She represented women who worked in factories and shipyards during WWII. Many of them produced war supplies and munitions. Sometimes, these women took on entirely new jobs to replace the male workers who instead joined the military. Rosie the Riveter is used as … Read more
During the 18th century, Great Britain was at the peak of colonizing lands and kingdoms, and America was one of their iconic colony. Back then, the soils of America are filled with British colonizers that settled mostly in the state of New York. New York’s neighboring states, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode … Read more
The early stages of World War II saw the United States isolated from the global conflict, only supplying money, war materials, and other necessary support in September 1940. Things turned a hundredfold on December 7, 1941, after the Japanese surprise military strike on Pearl Harbor, which prompted the United States’ formal entry … Read more
Our world history is a fascinating topic to discuss as it holds various events that made a significant impact on our lives. These events are known for some horrific and triumphant moments witnessed by millions of people worldwide. One of the most important events that shape the course of history Is the … Read more
World War II is known to be the deadliest conflict in the world. It killed about 50 to 85 million people from 1939 to 1945. Some of the large-scale effects of World War II are the use of atomic bombs on Japan, the Holocaust’s decimation of Jewish culture and people, and the … Read more
World War II brought a new era for women. They became free to be men and were even pushed to take tasks intended for men. Amidst the intense production demands during the war, all ideologies and social hurdles separating them vanished. Women took on a different role, retooling the U.S. industry and … Read more