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What if Antwerp had fallen during the Battle of the Bulge? Explore a detailed counterfactual scenario examining Germany’s last-ditch offensive in December 1944, the operational and logistical realities, and the limits of strategic overreach. Discover how fuel shortages, Allied strength, and the Meuse River shaped the campaign—and why even a temporary capture of Antwerp could not have changed the outcome of World War II.

Standing at the edge of the Promised Land, Israel faces its most iconic test yet: Jericho. This post explores the biblical account of the city’s fall alongside archaeological evidence from Tell es-Sultan, tracing Jericho’s ancient importance, disputed destruction layers, and what modern scholarship reveals. Beyond history, it wrestles with God’s judgment, obedience, patience, and redemption—setting the stage for Israel’s next failure at Ai.

Iron Bottom Sound, the deadly waters off Guadalcanal, witnessed fierce naval battles in 1942, leaving dozens of ships sunk. Recent expeditions using sonar and deep-sea vehicles have located 13 of these wrecks, from U.S., Australian, and Japanese ships. This blog details the expedition, the vessels’ histories, and the heroic crews who served aboard them, preserving the legacy of the Guadalcanal campaign and the sacrifices made beneath the waves.

Beneath the calm waters of Southeast Asia, WWII shipwrecks—resting places for thousands of sailors—are being looted for low-background steel. Illicit salvagers have stripped vessels like HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Repulse. This ongoing crisis erases history, desecrates war graves, and fuels a secretive industry, highlighting the urgent need for international protection.

Israel’s next challenge after defeating Og isn’t a giant, but a spiritual threat. God commands Moses to take vengeance on Midian—a harsh, unsettling episode that forces us to wrestle with judgment, justice, and the dangers that nearly destroyed Israel from within. This post explores the five kings of Midian, the archaeology behind them, and the spiritual stakes still relevant today.

Force Z’s failed sortie in December 1941 is often remembered as a one-sided airpower tragedy. But the British fleet was poised to strike Japan’s Malaya invasion force—an action that could have disrupted early Japanese operations. This analysis reviews the real events, examines the logistical weaknesses at play, and explores how a successful interception might have altered Japan’s opening campaign.

Dawn breaks over Tarawa in November 1943, unleashing one of the Pacific War’s most brutal battles. Amid stalled landings, lethal reefs, and relentless Japanese fire, a single shell kills the atoll’s commander—preventing the night attack Marines feared most. But what if that shell had missed? This analysis explores an alternate timeline in which Betio’s fragile beachhead faces a coordinated banzai assault.

After Israel’s victory over King Sihon, a new threat rises in the north. As Moses leads the people toward Bashan, King Og—last of the Rephaim—marches out to confront them at Edrei. Explore the history, geography, and spiritual lessons behind this pivotal Old Testament battle.

On 2 October 1941, Germany launched Operation Typhoon, aiming to capture Moscow. Despite massive troop concentrations and early encirclements, German forces stalled under brutal mud, harsh winter, and Soviet reinforcements. Explore how logistical breakdowns, the rasputitsa, and strategic miscalculations doomed the Wehrmacht, and imagine the “what if” of Moscow falling—symbolic victory, but would it have changed the war’s outcome?

In 1940, Germany eyed Britain, planning Operation Sea Lion—a daring invasion across the Channel. Could the Luftwaffe crush the RAF and the Royal Navy, or would Britain’s defenses hold? From battered airfields to fortified beaches, the island braced for a potential storm. Explore how close Hitler came to turning Britain’s fate and what might have happened if the invasion had succeeded.

Israel reaches the Amorite border after bypassing Edom, Moab, and Ammon. King Sihon refuses peaceful passage along the King’s Highway and attacks Israel at Jahaz, where he is defeated. This blog explores Sihon, the Amorites, the geography of Jahaz, archaeological insights, and the spiritual lessons of God’s fulfilled promises and long-awaited justice.

In Wars of the Bible: The Second Battle of Hormah, the Israelites face the Canaanite King of Arad in Numbers 21, redeeming their earlier defeat through renewed faith. Archaeology places Arad at Tel Arad, a key fortress guarding desert trade routes. After turning to God in humility, Israel wins through divine aid. The blog explores the moral and spiritual meaning of this victory, addressing God’s justice toward the Canaanites and the transforming power of repentance and prayer

Journey with the Israelites as they spy out Canaan, wrestle with fear, and face defeat at Hormah. This study examines their rebellion, God’s judgment, and the enduring lessons of obedience, repentance, and trust. Explore the biblical narrative of Numbers 14:39-25, the likely location of Hormah, and practical spiritual takeaways on faith over fear and embracing accountability in our daily walk with God.

From the first clash at Rephidim to their destruction under King Hezekiah, the wars with Amalek span centuries of Israel’s story. This post explores Exodus 17’s battle between Moses and the Amalekites—not as a historical record, but as a powerful allegory of faith, leadership, and divine deliverance. Drawing on scholars like Marc Zvi Brettler, it examines how interpretations of Amalek have evolved from literal warfare to moral symbolism.

Wars of the Bible Series Turning to Genesis 34, we find a terrible story involving Jacob's only daughter, Dinah. The story is not necessarily a “war,” but it does lead to an armed confrontation and the massacre of a city. I felt it was worth covering even though it’s not two pitched armies fighting on a battlefield. Scholars have some interesting takes on the story as we have it preserved today that I’ll dig into before covering my spiritual takeaways. First, let’s read the c

What if the Continental Army had lost at Saratoga in 1777? Explore an alternate history where British General Burgoyne prevails, threatening Albany and splitting the colonies. This scenario examines strategy, terrain, weather, and morale, showing how a Continental defeat might have changed leadership decisions, French involvement, and the course of the American Revolution.

In Genesis 14, Abram rescues his nephew Lot after a coalition of kings attacks the Jordan Valley cities. Leading 318 trained men, Abram executes a night raid, defeats a larger force, and recovers Lot along with the people and possessions taken. This story blends historical plausibility with spiritual lessons: victory belongs to God, trust in divine power, and He can accomplish the impossible, even against overwhelming odds.

What if Japan had turned its sights north instead of south? Long before Pearl Harbor, Tokyo debated striking the Soviet Union or expanding into Southeast Asia. Explore the secret Kantokuen plan, the “Strike North” strategy that never launched, and imagine how a gamble on Siberia could have changed the course of World War II.

"Wars of the Bible" begins with the first human conflict: Cain and Abel. More than a story of jealousy and murder, it reveals how sin’s grip entered humanity after the Fall. Cain’s flawed devotion contrasts with Abel’s wholehearted offering, showing that God desires our full commitment. This series will explore biblical wars, their history, strategies, and spiritual lessons for believers today.

Napoleon Bonaparte remains one of history’s most fascinating figures—admired as a military genius and reformer, yet criticized for his ambition and wars of conquest. His rise from Corsican obscurity to Emperor of the French reshaped Europe and left a legacy that still echoes today. Perhaps that’s why so many writers have asked the question: what if? From victories in lost battles to escapes from exile, alternate histories reimagine Napoleon’s world and the fragile turning poi