Military History

A Cold War site complete with rusty structures, hiking trails, and beautiful views.

The rare American Civil War-era weapon was never fired in anger.

This top secret Chinese military megaproject is the world’s largest human-made tunnel structure.

Dedicated to the history of the 1,000 nuclear missiles that once covered the Great Plains.

This ornate church has survived Nazi and Soviet occupation, including a short stint as a Soviet-era gymnasium and cinema.

The remnants of the base where US Army troops learned how to fight in extreme conditions.

A statue of Vladimir Illyich Lenin guards this abandoned building in the "Forbidden City."

This former Soviet military base has over 10 original aircraft and an enormous amount of memorabilia on display.

The only retired U.S. nuclear missile silo that is open to the public.

This 19th-century island fort built to protect against an invasion by sea.

The largest collection of historic military firearms in the United States.

This Upstate New York park squeezes a lot of history into its two-acre triangular space.

A close look at the church's walls reveals pieces of Mexico's history.

This World War II-era bunker is now packed with posters and props from movies and TV shows filmed nearby.

The first transatlantic wireless signal was received at this 17th-century fort.

The tallest tower in Cáceres's Old Town.