While soldiers in battle have long worn headgear for protection, helmets issued during World War II were never meant to be bulletproof. How come?

Staff Sgt. William 'Bill' Owens fought for two days during World War II. Eighty-one years after the fight, his Silver Star has been upgraded.

The netting seen on WWII paratrooper helmets wasn't just for show—it served multiple critical functions. From breaking up the helmet's silhouette to reducing glare and securing additional ...

History Past Conflicts World War II When Americans, Germans and POWs fought the SS from the walls of a castle 80 years ago, on May 5, 1945, the strangest fight in World War II took place.

The World War II nonprofit Beyond the Call recognized Harris’ life. “Joe Harris’ bravery and selflessness exemplify the spirit of the Triple Nickle Paratroopers,” it said.

The camo helmet that the Ole Miss Rebels debuted this season is in the running for an award from UNISWAG.

Helmet pulled from mud of Rhine River reunited with World War II soldier's family 80 years later PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — It is a reunion 80 years in the making.

Army’s first specialty uniforms for the rivalry featured combat uniform camouflage on the pants and helmets. West Point was printed on the pants, and “Duty Honor Country” is on the back of ...

A World War II veteran based in metro Atlanta was reunited with a helmet he lost in a battle nearly 80 years ago.

Sixty-five years ago, the Army's leaders unveiled its “ultimate weapon” for the age of atomic warfare. Here’s how the service’s vision stands up to today's reality.