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5 differences between Navy and Air Force fighter pilots

The 5 most legendary snipers of all time

The 5 most legendary snipers of all time

Multiple national flags and a NATO flag flying on tall flagpoles in front of a large modern glass building under a partly cloudy sky.

These are the United States’ top 5 allies from around the world, based on capability

Why the M1 Garand’s ammo capacity was reduced from 10 to 8 bullets

By Miguel Ortiz

Why Soviet troops boiled their bullets

By Miguel Ortiz

A wristwatch with a brown dial and beige leather strap resting on a rifle magazine loaded with two bullets. The rifle has a wooden stock and metal receiver with markings indicating it is a U.S. Rifle Cal. .30 M1 Springfield Armory. A brown leather strap is also visible in the foreground.

Praesidus is reviving vintage military watches from wars past

By Miguel Ortiz

A black and white illustration depicting a large group of indigenous African warriors marching in a line across a hilly landscape. The warriors are mostly bare-chested, carrying spears, shields, and some holding rifles. The scene shows a sense of movement and unity as they advance together, with hills and a distant mountain in the background. The artist's signature "C.E. Tripp" is visible in the bottom right corner.

The indomitable spirit of the Zulu Warriors

By Jessica Evans

A person wearing an early form of bulletproof armor made of metal plates covering the torso and head. The headpiece has a conical top and eye protection resembling goggles. The person is holding a rifle over their shoulder, and a bullet is captured mid-air, appearing to bounce off the armor. The image is sepia-toned, suggesting it is historical.

The 4 most revolutionary types of armor throughout history

A dark movie theater filled with an audience watching a film showing multiple airplanes flying in formation through the sky with contrails behind them. The screen also displays the text "MAKEUP AND HAIR DESIGNER KIRSTIN CHALMERS.

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By Tessa Robinson

This attack plane turned the enemy into grease spots

This attack plane turned the enemy into grease spots

By Harold C. Hutchison

This monster aircraft was the helicopter version of the AC-130 gunship

This monster aircraft was the helicopter version of the AC-130 gunship

Three soldiers in desert camouflage uniforms and hats stand together outdoors. The soldier on the left holds a large mounted weapon, while the other two stand close by, all wearing tactical gear and serious expressions. The background is blurred, showing a sandy, rocky environment.

Operation Desert Shield was the ultimate show of global strength

By Jessica Evans

What it took to fly the world’s first stealth attack jet

What it took to fly the world’s first stealth attack jet

a member of the Mujahideen carries a weapon on his soldier

Operation Cyclone: The CIA’s covert program to arm the mujahideen

By Jessica Evans

The amazing thing the SR-71 did the day before its retirement

The amazing thing the SR-71 did the day before its retirement

By Blake Stilwell

A photo of Reinhard Heydrich and his vehicle which was bombed during Operation Anthropoid

‘Operation Anthropoid:’ The assassination of the Nazi Butcher of Prague

By Jessica Evans

Two male pilots in flight suits and sunglasses stand on an aircraft carrier deck, smiling with one pilot's arm around the other's shoulder. Behind them is a gray fighter jet with the number "404" visible on its nose. One pilot holds a helmet decorated with a shark mouth design. The sky is clear with some clouds.

The real-life TOPGUN advisors made cameos in ‘Top Gun’ and ‘Top Gun: Maverick’

By Miguel Ortiz

Two soldiers in camouflage uniforms operate a large artillery cannon positioned on grassy terrain. One soldier stands to the left of the cannon, while the other is moving quickly to the right. The cannon is firing, with smoke and the barrel's recoil visible. The background shows a foggy or overcast sky with some greenery.

Army putting popular howitzer back into production

By Miguel Ortiz

A red missile is being launched from a ground-based launcher in a desert landscape. The missile is ascending at an angle, leaving a thick white smoke trail behind. The background features distant mountains under a clear sky.

NATO is buying 1,000 Patriot missiles for $5.5B

By Miguel Ortiz

Stacks of green military-style backpacks are piled on yellow metal racks, with some tags and handwritten notes attached to the racks. The backpacks have multiple compartments, zippers, and straps.

The biggest Ukraine story going into 2024 is supply

A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet is firing a mounted machine gun from the open side of a helicopter over the ocean. The machine gun is discharging bullets, with visible shell casings ejecting and a muzzle flash at the barrel. The background shows a vast expanse of water under a clear sky.

Navy helicopters sunk Iran-backed Houthi boats

By Miguel Ortiz

Two military personnel stand inside a cargo aircraft surrounded by large crates and boxes secured with straps. The interior is dimly lit with overhead lights, and the crates are arranged in rows along the length of the aircraft. One person is looking at a clipboard while the other stands with hands in pockets.

Last aid package to Ukraine announced unless Congress approves more

By Miguel Ortiz

A glock pistol composite with Gaston Glock

Gaston Glock, inventor of Glock pistol, dead at 94

By Miguel Ortiz

A United States Navy propeller aircraft, marked with the number 22 and "VRC-30," is captured mid-air just above the deck of an aircraft carrier, with the ocean and clear blue sky in the background. The aircraft's landing gear is extended, and several crew members are visible on the deck.

The C-2 Greyhound is subbing in for the grounded CMV-22 Osprey

By Miguel Ortiz

A group of soldiers in long coats and military hats stand outdoors on a snowy ground, gathered around a small decorated Christmas tree. Some soldiers are shaking hands, others are holding drinks or a box, and many appear to be smiling or engaging in conversation, suggesting a moment of camaraderie and celebration during wartime. The scene is monochromatic, resembling a historical illustration or painting.

Today in military history: The WWI Christmas truce

Russian SU-34s fly in formation with flares

Ukraine claims stunning hat trick – three kills of Su-34s

A large battleship docked at a pier beside a warehouse labeled "North Coast Limited." The scene is misty with a mountain visible in the background. Railroad tracks and freight cars run alongside the pier. The image is in black and white, suggesting it is historical.

How an aircraft carrier saved Christmas in Tacoma

By Miguel Ortiz

A large ship is making a tight circular turn in deep blue-green water, creating a distinct spiral pattern of white and turquoise waves around it. The aerial view shows the ship's deck and the swirling water trail clearly.

Why Ukraine’s new mine hunters might not join war

Volunteers around a table track Santa on phone calls

NORAD declassifies Santa’s location

By Tessa Robinson

A military tank is firing its main cannon, with a large muzzle flash visible at the barrel's end. The tank is positioned on a dirt area with green fields and trees in the background under a clear blue sky. The tank is painted in a camouflage pattern and has white markings on its side.

Israel bought nearly 14,000 tank shells for over $106M

By Miguel Ortiz

A soldier wearing camouflage gear, protective earmuffs, and sunglasses is aiming and firing a tan and black assault rifle, with a spent cartridge casing ejecting from the weapon. Two other soldiers in similar gear are visible in the background, also holding rifles. The scene is outdoors under a clear blue sky.

This AR trigger is approved by Special Operations

By Miguel Ortiz

A man wearing an orange life jacket and a black knit cap is holding a black shotgun. He is standing near water with a foggy bridge in the background. The life jacket has a patch with an emblem and stripes on it.

Remington leaving New York after 200 years

By Miguel Ortiz

A large military self-propelled artillery vehicle with a long barrel and six wheels is positioned on grass. It is painted in camouflage green and has the markings "EB SLASH" on the front. Surrounding the vehicle are seven soldiers in green camouflage uniforms, holding rifles. In the background, there are trees and additional military vehicles.

The awesome Archer artillery system Ukraine is finally using

5 things you didn’t know about the Su-57 5th-generation fighter

By Miguel Ortiz

This ‘Herky Bird’ is a favorite of Rangers and special operators

This ‘Herky Bird’ is a favorite of Rangers and special operators

By Harold C. Hutchison

Left side: Black and white vintage photo of a man in a military uniform with a cap, featuring a mustache. Right side: Close-up color photo of a man with short hair and a beard, wearing a white sports jersey with red and yellow accents.

Travis Kelce’s grandfather was shot down 3 times during WWII

By Tessa Robinson

A large ship is sinking and engulfed in thick black smoke, with its structure tilted heavily to one side. The water around the ship is calm, contrasting with the intense smoke rising from the vessel. The image is in black and white, emphasizing the dramatic scene.

This British attack was the blueprint for Pearl Harbor

By Miguel Ortiz

9 times a submarine sank an aircraft carrier

9 times a submarine sank an aircraft carrier

A damaged drone wing labeled "Shahed 136" lies on the ground next to a small engine with a sign reading "MD 550." In the background, several other damaged mechanical parts are displayed on a raised platform with labels. The scene is outdoors with grass and a metal fence.

How Russia is using Ukraine’s cell network against it

Ukraine claims new world record for longest sniper kill, over 2 miles away

By Miguel Ortiz

A man in a black suit and red tie is speaking to a man in a white naval uniform adorned with medals and gold epaulets. Behind them, four young men in white naval uniforms and white hats with black bands are standing, some with serious expressions. The background is outdoors with greenery visible.

Where is Russia’s next wave of men coming from?

A man looks through a scope on a rifle

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Christmas tree with bullets

Best Christmas gifts for hunters, for every budget

By Brady Kirkpatrick

a ukranian soldier fires weapons

Ukraine slowly tipping artillery battle

A group of men in military camouflage uniforms are indoors, with one man in the center holding a black firearm and shaking hands with an older man in a dark suit. A Ukrainian flag is visible on the wall behind them. The setting appears to be a room with beige walls and a patterned ceiling.

Why Kyiv has a street named after John McCain

By Miguel Ortiz

Ukraine shows how to do more damage with less drones

A group of people standing in line at a buffet-style food serving station. Several individuals wearing white paper hats and blue gloves are serving food from large trays and slow cookers. The person in the foreground on the right is wearing a military flight suit with an American flag patch and is using tongs to serve asparagus onto a plate held by a man in a green hoodie with an American flag patch on the sleeve. The setting appears to be indoors with white paneled walls and overhead lighting.

Military traditions for deployed troops celebrating Thanksgiving

By Eric Milzarski

This watch approved by the legendary British Para Regiment

This watch approved by the legendary British Para Regiment

By Miguel Ortiz

Inside a cockpit with illuminated control panels, four people are seated wearing headsets and festive holiday hats, including a Santa hat and elf hats. One person is dressed in a red Santa suit, while another wears camouflage military attire. The view outside shows a calm, blue ocean.

Alaska National Guard’s ‘Operation Santa Claus’ became a life flight

By Miguel Ortiz

Why Walter Cronkite and 7 other journalists attended aerial gunnery school

Why Walter Cronkite and 7 other journalists attended aerial gunnery school

By Miguel Ortiz

A missile is being launched from a military vehicle on the ground, with bright flames and thick smoke surrounding the launch area. The sky above is clear with some scattered clouds, and there are tall poles near the launch site.

Israel’s hypersonic anti-ballistic missile was used in combat for the first time

By Miguel Ortiz

Silhouette of a military missile launcher system positioned on a flat surface at sunset, with the sun low on the horizon and a clear sky in the background.

Israel leasing two Iron Domes from US

By Miguel Ortiz

Israel’s latest tank was just in time for the Hamas war

Israel’s latest tank was just in time for the Hamas war

By Miguel Ortiz

A person wearing a light gray uniform, helmet, and body armor is holding a rifle with a wooden stock. In the background, several people stand on raised platforms, some dressed in similar uniforms and others in civilian clothing, with trees and foliage behind them. The scene appears tense and serious.

‘The Hunger Games’ actually got these rifles right

By Miguel Ortiz

Cropped image of the USS Constellation from original painting.

The Navy’s first victory over a foreign ship was an amazing sucker punch

Starship megarocket launches

SpaceX gets FAA approval for ‘megarocket’ launch to infinity and beyond on Friday

By Tessa Robinson

Ruined flats in Limehouse, East London. Hughes Mansions, Vallance Road, following the explosion of the last German V2 rocket to fall on London, 27 March 1945.

A man found a piece of a V-2 rocket in his cheek 77 years later

Man in suit to protect from deadliest chemical weapons

Top 5 deadliest chemical weapons ever created

German Panzer on Utah Beach.

This panzer counterattack actually reached Normandy beaches

5 Special Operators killed in training accident Friday identified

By Tessa Robinson

The first nuclear bomber became a tanker for fighter jets

The first nuclear bomber became a tanker for fighter jets

By Miguel Ortiz

The 5 most ingenious weapons ever created for combat

Man shooting a suppressed rifle.

This is why ‘silencers’ don’t really exist — firearm suppressors do

By Eric Milzarski

F-16 Fighting Falcon air force shot down drone in syria

Why the US Air Force shot down an allied drone in Syria