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Live-action roleplaying is popular among nerds the world over. But what they don't realize is that the military hosts their own LARPing events to prepare for war. While training for real-life combat, it's important that the militar…
With the adoption of the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle by the United States Marine Corps, the Marines have replaced the M249 Squad Automatic Weapon. What's especially handy about the new M27 IAR is that it can use the same 30-round…
When you think of moving infantry, one of three options usually springs to mind: Troops marching in unison, troops riding in infantry fighting vehicles or armored personnel carriers, or transporting troops by the truck-load. In recent years, that th…
When Japan introduced the Mitsubishi A6M Zero, it gained a remarkable plane that racked up an impressive combat record through 1941. However, despite its incredible performance for the time, the Zero couldn't hold up. The Grumman F6F Hellcat…
A huge battle featuring the Battletoads, Ninja Turtles, Ultraman, Mechagodzilla, a team of Spartans from Halo, and about a thousand other beloved pop-culture and childhood icons is something we sadly had to leave behind once all our action…
"I am an American fighting in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense." Article One of the Code of Conduct for members of the armed forces of the United StatesService me…
Personnel other than grunts, or POGs, are an essential part of the fight. POGs make up the majority of the military and they perform every job that is not specifically reserved for infantry. Any non-03 or 11B (Marine and Army infantry MOS…
Some families really do seem to be genetic gold mines — just take a look at these siblings who earned the Medal of Honor (or the Hemsworths, am I ri…
If it weren't for every man and woman competently doing their jobs, our country's military wouldn't be as badass as it is today. However, the military is unofficially divided into two distinct sections: those who serve in the infantry (grunts) an…
In the world of combat, enemies of the U.S. don't typically fight fair. So, as a defensive measure, we need to prepare for every possible situation that could arise — even situations that involve the use of outlawed weaponry. Fortuna…
Working out in the military is like breathing oxygen — it keeps you going. Every troop is required to train their bodies to make themselves stronger, both mentally and physically. Not only does exercise toughen you up, it's a great way to relieve…
War never changes. It's brutal, bloody, and extremely violent at all times — the carnage of combat is not for the faint of heart. But even though the nature of war is horrific, it doesn't mean there shouldn't be rules put in place. After all, …
Britain isn't our only "special relationship." The United States has had many passionate affairs over the years. Just like in a real relationship, when things are good, they're really good — even when the U.S. isn't such a great partner when…
When you think about the nuclear-powered aircraft carriers that the United States Navy operates, it's natural to immediately think of them launching fighters to carry out strikes against the enemy. Over the years, history has proven that carriers a…
While the Harrier and the Yak-38 Forger are two of the first Vertical or Short Take-Off and Landing, or V/STOL, aircraft used for combat, there were many earlier attempts at making similar capabilities work. The United States Army was responsible fo…
Some helicopters are loved because they carry a lot of firepower, like the AH-64 Apache. Others, like the CH-47 Chinook, are loved for their ability to haul troops and gear. Some helicopters, like the UH-1 Iroquois, are beloved icons from a past war…
The topic of combat-related trauma is finally being addressed in mainstream medicine across the United States. After seventeen consecutive years in overseas conflicts, trauma is both a reality and a devastation for our troops. As the stigma previous…
We greet superior officers, pay homage to the American flag, and show respect to fallen comrades by rendering the powerful, non-verbal gesture known as the hand salute. Though there's no real written record of how or where the worldwide…
Let's get this straight right away: Doing things that are clearly against the rules makes you a sh*tbag Soldier. However, just because you don't want to be a sh*tbag doesn't mean you have to strive to be the best. For many, the goal of Basic Trai…
Bayonets, entrenching tools, and ammo are just some of the pieces of gear troops carry into battle. Over the years, as technology's progressed and missions have evolved, the gear we use to fight the enemy has changed. Some gear goes fro…