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The fate and future of the entire world changed in one day. The world, ravaged by war and violence, was itself revolutionized by one specific day of violence. On the sixth day of the sixth month in 1944, the Allied nations executed D-Day. While there is debate as to what the phrase "D-Day" actual...

The year is 1914.  You recently reached Europe to fight for freedom, and you’re trying to calm your nerves.  You stop to rest and take a few deep breaths.  Your platoon is set to rendezvous at 2300 hours, but there is a problem...  As you hide in the foliage, you check your pocket watch to see ho...

Hamilton’s World War II-era pocket watches are sought after by watch collectors galore due to their timeless military style, rugged durability, and ingenious interchangeable parts. Founded in 1892, Hamilton Watch Company set out to make the highest-quality American watches available. Accuracy and...

The first good news in a long time... A glimmer of hope after 4 years of metaphorical darkness... that’s what describes May 8, 1945. That day, known as Victory in Europe Day, changed the course of human history. Let’s learn a little about that day and see what it has to do with watches.

What do August 14, August 15, September 2, and September 3 have in common?  Those four dates represent celebrations all around the world.  They are celebrations in honor of 400,000 Americans who died and a massive 65 million people lost worldwide.  The holiday is known as Victory in Japan (VJ) Da...