America is known for its excessive and powerful military. Its members are highly trained and skilled soldiers. They make up our most important military groups, including the Army, Navy, Marines corps, and Air Force.…
Long range guns come in handy for a variety of situations. Many hunters, not able to quietly approach game, must shoot from a several yards away to reach their target. Additionally, during war and…
In modern warfare having a superior air force is considered tantamount to military strength. As some of the world’s strongest military powers, the United States, China, Russia each are home to some of the…
From Poland’s land forces to Ukraine’s impressive military improvements over the last few years, the military forces of Eastern Europe are some of the strongest in the world. Even with a hot conflict ongoing…
The Navy SEALs, short for the Navy Sea, Air, and Land Teams, are a special operations force established in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy. These specially trained soldiers are famous for completing highly…
How can you fight in a world war if you lack a sufficient air fleet? The United States asked itself exactly that question at the onset of World War II. At the time, the…
Recently, you’ve most likely heard more talks than ever before about tariffs and a potential trade war. Yet many people are growing increasingly concerned that our world is sitting on the doorstep of World…
Many countries were at war during WWII, including the European nations of Germany, Italy, France, and Britain. One of the most contentious conflicts existed between the United States of America and Japan. This escalating…
Though fighter jets are a major part of our modern military, these planes are barely a century old, having only come into play during Americas First World War. However, these craft didn’t really hit…
Global Firepower, an annually updated defense-related statistics website, compiles a list of countries they deem as “Powers on the Rise.” These nations have shown military growth, and are on a trend to increase their…
The United States and Canada have the longest peaceful, undefended border in the world, running 5,525 miles between 8 Canadian provinces and territories and 11 U.S. states. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently described…
On April 21, 2025, Dorinda Makanaonalani Nicholson stood before an audience at Missouri Valley College to detail her memories of Japan’s vicious attack on Hawaii’s Pearl Harbor. She recounted her childhood, eye-witness account of…
Across Africa, paramilitary forces are central in stabilizing regions plagued by conflict as well as supporting national armies to maintain law and order. These forces normally include civilian volunteers and official state-run paramilitary units.…
China has repeated its claims multiple times that it could invade Taiwan. China does not recognize Taiwan as an independent state and has a goal of reunification under its “One China principle.” Taiwan, however,…
In America, the Medal of Honor is given to members of the military who display “extraordinary acts of courage.” This prestigious award is the highest honor bestowed in the armed forces and dates back…
