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The new year promises to start with a science fiction bang. Upcoming movies, The Book of Eli and Legion, offer modern-day Biblical fables starring talented casts.

Over the course of Roman history, the legion evolved from a force of citizen-soldiers to a state-funded standing army comprised of non-Roman soldiers.

The Legion of Super-Heroes was created by Otto Binder and Al Plastino in 1958. The team has several animated versions and is soon to make their live action debut.

Germany was the only European nation that the Romans never conquered. Since it never became part of the Empire, two vastly different cultures came to dominate Europe.

Nearly 350,000 non-German volunteers from no less than 16 occupied countries served willingly in Adolf Hitler's Waffen SS combat units from 1940-1945.

The Airforces of Czechoslovakia, Norway, Denmark, Holland, Belgium, France, Greece and Poland all carried the war on long after their nations fell under occupation.

The organization, war record, and short-lived history of the battalions of the Russian Women's Legion of Death that fought in World War One and the Russian Revolution.

Saint Maurice, commander of the all-christian Theban Legion is remembered as the patron saint of the infantry.

Legions were heavy infantry units which formed the backbone of ancient Roman armies. Their systematic approach to war gave them a great advantage over their enemies.

Growing from a unit of volunteers that fought for the Tsar against the Hapsburg Empire, these 50,000 Czechs fought an amazing campaign for survival.

Under the leadership of Hermann, the German tribesmen wiped out three Roman Legions, ending Rome's bid to conquer Germany and altering European history permanently.

Part of the Fatal Five, Persuader is a formidable foe for the Legion of Super Heroes. Any time the Legion appears on screen, Persuader isn't far behind.

The Classical Civilizations' social structure is reflected in the structure of their armies.

November 11, 1918 was to become known as Armistice Day in remembrance of those millions who gave and lost their lives in World War I.

The UAB Blazers must have a victory this Saturday over the Central Florida Knights in order to finish with six wins and become bowl eligible.

In World of Warcraft the draenei are a proud race which have found themselves in Azeroth as outcasts after fleeing their home world - an interesting basis for role play.

The 1914-1920 Czech Legion is the focus of a new documentary entitled "The Accidental Army: The Amazing True Story of the Czechoslovak Legion" by the Czech Legion Project

The Beard went from being the nearly only universal item in every army to being prohibited nearly everywhere and is now making a resurgence.

Few emblems are as instantly recognizable as the humble Flanders Poppy. It is the symbol annually worn by millions to commemorate the fallen of all conflicts since W.W.I.

Definition of the glossary term standard

Teutoburg Forest was one of two major defeats during the long reign of the Emperor Augustus, resulting in the destruction of three legions & keeping Rome out of Germania.

The Czech Legion started from humble beginnings in 1914 and ended up as one of the last reliable units on the World War One Eastern Front.

Created by Otto Binder and Al Plastino in 1959, Supergirl blasted into the public consciousness. Surprisingly, it took her until 1984 to fly out of comics into theaters.

A look at the over 40,000 Russian women who served in non-combatant and in direct combat roles in the Armies of the Tsar and the Provisional Government in World War One

William Clark came from a pioneer family skilled in wilderness survival. Soldier, explorer, and government Indian Agent, he served his country well for over forty years.

Half a decade after Superman was first published in his own comic, his adventures as a youngster hit newsstands. Since the late 1960's, he's been a regular on television.

The network of roads built by the Romans played a significant role in the development of Western Civilization.

Hitler had Hermann Pohlman design the Junkers 87 dive bomber specifically to be used as a weapon of terror. The Stuka was to drastically change warfare forever.

Heather Tomasello makes her own costumes; whether it's a Storm Trooper, or Battlestar Galactica outfit, she takes meticulous steps for accuracy and entertainment.

In the 1st Century BCE the Roman Consul Marius introduced a series of reforms to the Army of the Republic. The army became more efficient, and Roman society changed.

Cinco de Mayo is a popular holiday in both Mexico and the United States. Here's a bried history of the day and some ideas on throwing your own Cinco de Mayo fiesta.

The United States produced the first woman to achieve the rank of three-star general in the U.S. Army. General Kennedy has paved a path of courage and conviction.

The Connecticut Huskies and the South Carolina Gamecocks are set to face each other in the fourth annual Papajohns.com Bowl in Birmingham.

Between 1980 and 1987 Libyan forces of Col Muhmar Qadhafi invaded its neighbor Chad three times, ultimately being forced out by France.

To some an excuse to party, to others a time for penance, Despite the fiesta atmosphere, the religious context of these processions marks this as a spiritual event

Curious about voice over acting? Veteran voice over actor Yuri Lowenthal shares his insights into providing voices for animated cartoon characters.

The best hard-fought rivalry in any sport is the impetus for this football game between two cross state rivals which are less than 200 miles apart.

When the distinctive, blood-red flowers of Oriental poppies start opening in late May, they receive special attention from both gardeners and American veterans.

One the first day of its release, on October 31st, the new James Bond movie, Quantum of Solace broke UK box office records.

Not much is known about the Free India Legion recruited by Subhas Chandra Bose in Nazi Germany and Japan to fight for the cause of independent India in World War II.

The Crimean War is synonymous with one person, Florence Nightingale. At least that was until Mary Seacole was voted the winner of the 100 Great Black Britons poll in 2004

With minor exception, strong central leadership, an efficient imperial defense, and infrastructure including superb roads helped Rome to maintain decades of peace.

The wearing of a red poppy on Remembrance Day is a Canadian tradition worn to commemorate the end of World War I and has since been adopted as remembrance for all wars.

Robert Metcalfe, nearly a World War 2 casualty several times over, became an icon for Canadian veterans and is pictured on the country's $10 bill.

Having vanquished the Northrend Beasts, a raid's next challenge will be the Demon-Lord Jaraxxus. This guide gives a quick rundown on how to handle him.

The wide-ranging reforms of Augustus encompassed military, social, political, and religious elements that left a long term legacy of Roman peace and prosperity.

Spartacus was from what is now the Balkans. In 73 BC, he and seventy gladiators escaped from their barracks in Capua.

Ancient roadways, like their modern counterparts, served to increase commerce and trade while providing mechanisms linked to military success and national defense.

2,056 years ago, 9 August 48 BC, Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great clashed outside the ancient Greek city of Pharsalus to decide the fate of the Roman Republic.

These armies reflected the status quo of the time. Soldiers would belong to certain classes of troops, dependant on age, experience and wealth.