In two world wars, British and American chaplains risked their lives to bring a fleeting sense of peace and glory to soldiers on the battlefield.   More »

Cargo pilots flying the treacherous route from Indian to China had to contend with Japanese fighters staged at the key town of Myitkyina.   More »

General Joseph Stilwell’s suppression of intelligence reports on Japanese troop strength at Myitkyina led to controversial tactical decisions and strategic outcomes.   More »

The story of John Birch, missionary and intelligence officer, reveals a hero’s contribution to victory.   More »

The 17th Indian Division was virtually destroyed in combat against the Japanese in the Burmese jungle in 1942.   More »

The U.S. Army Medical Corps coped with thousands of wounded soldiers during World War II.   More »

Why, with Merrill’s Marauders riddled with disease and fatigue, were they given the mission to attack Myitkyina? Story inside.   More »

Merrill’s Marauders, ranks depleted by combat and disease, gained fame while fighting behind enemy lines in Burma and attacking Myitkyina.   More »

For British General Orde Wingate, a picture is worth more than 10,000 words.   More »

After Japan’s conquest of Burma in 1942, American General “Vinegar Joe” Stilwell trained two Chinese Nationalist divisions to reopen the Burma Road.   More »