Imagine a "war" where the "shots" are bottles of liquor and the "battles" involve planting flags and leaving witty notes. Uncover the charming true story of the Whiskey War (1984-2022), a decades-long, entirely bloodless dispute between Canada and Denmark over a tiny, uninhabited Arctic island. This tale of good-natured rivalry and diplomatic ingenuity proves that sometimes, the best way to resolve a conflict is with a shared sense of humor and a fine dram.

Think wars are only fought over land or ideology? Think again. Plunge into the icy waters of the North Atlantic for the Cod Wars (1958-1976), a series of intense naval confrontations between two NATO allies, Iceland and the United Kingdom. Learn how a small island nation's fight for economic survival and sovereignty over its vital fish stocks brought powerful navies to the brink of armed conflict, forever changing international maritime law.

Could a few honey-filled trees spark an interstate conflict? In 1839, between the newly formed Iowa Territory and Missouri, it almost did! Join us for the delightful and utterly unique story of the Honey War, a bloodless standoff ignited by tax disputes and the cutting down of wild honey trees. Discover how stubborn governors, mobilized militias, and a Supreme Court ruling ultimately settled this sweet, sticky situation.