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Preparing for the invasion of Normandy wasn't just a matter of training troops to take the objectives, nor was it simply about moving all the necessary troops and supplies to England or fielding enough planes for support. All of those elements were…
We've talked about how many Americans fighters have gone on to serve as kick-ass bombers. But did you know that t…
The M1 Abrams tank is arguably the best in the world — there are many reasons why it dominates the battlefield
Most experiments in which biologists — or, more accurately, epidemiologists — study how a disease spreads are done theoretically, involving only a pen and paper. They do their best to simulate the spread of various contagions and study outbreaks…
It's no secret that military recruitment numbers have been on the decline in recent years. There're many factors that play into this, but one of the main reasons is eligibility. According to Tim Kennedy, however, the military isn't out of luck ju…
Long story short, the 20th Century's most widely-known British non-commissioned officer was real. Only his name wasn't Pepper, it was Babington. And he was a Lieutenant General. Paul McCartney chose the image of Gen. Sir James Melville …
Before you read any further, the lesson here is don't listen to anyone with an opinion about your VA benefits. Even when the Department of Veterans Affairs makes a "final" decision on your case, you can still appeal. So, don't listen to your S…
Just days after the attack on Fort Sumter in 1861, Peter Conover Hains graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. At a time when officers and cadets were deserting the U.S. military in favor of serving their home states, especially thos…
The Republic F-105 Thunderchief could go fast — it had a top speed of 1,390 miles per hour. But this "fighter" was, in reality, a powerful tactical bomber. But despite being designed to put bombs on land targets, the F-105 proved to be a deadly …
It just goes to show how good Mossad can really be.
From day one, Navy SEAL training requires complete dedication from your body and your mind. You can prepare your body for the physical toll BUD/S will exact on you, but mental preparation is something else altogether. Navy SEALs gave out some of the…
For almost 80 years, the aircraft carrier has been the most powerful warship on the high seas. Just over six decades ago, the carrier reached a new level of potency when the angled deck was introduced. Some carriers were re-fitted with it while othe…
Golfing is nearly revered among officers. Almost every military installation has a golf course and, if you look, you'll definitely find officers who set their meetings at the driving range. But the reason why all officers love golfing is exactly th…
Landing on a carrier is perhaps one of the toughest feats in all of aviation. In fact, studies have shown that pilots are more anx…
The Battle of Midway is remembered as one of the greatest naval victories in American history. The big moments — whether it was the heroic sacrifice of Torpedo Squadron 8 or dive bombers catching three Japanese carriers exposed and vulnerable — …
Bayonets epitomize the warrior mentality. Although it's been a good while since the last official call was made to "fix bayonets" in an actual combat mission, the ancillary CQC weapon retains a special place in many warfighters' hearts. Of cours…
Over their long history of aviation, Canadian engineers have designed a number of highly performant planes and have built other greats under license. Canada has long operated advanced aircraft, notably the CF-18, a modified version of the F/A-18 Hor…
Recent reports have surfaced that state that the B-1B Lancer might get a cannon to help provide close support for troops on the ground. Now, as we all know, when it comes to using a gun to provide support for the troops,
In 1987, Warner Brothers released Full Metal Jacket, a film that follows a young Marine as he endures the hardships of basic training and gets thrust immediately into the brutality of the Vietnam War.This film, which is hailed as one…
Many veterans chose the military life in search of something bigger than themselves. This rings true even for British royalty. Just like his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, his father, Prince Charles, and his brother, Prince William, Prince Harr…