After the First World War, the development and production of aircraft carriers were put on hold with the Washington Naval Treaty of 1922. Also known as the Five-Power Treaty, signed by the United States,…
Fighter jets are easily some of the most iconic military assets in play today. They find their origin in World War II, and ever since have occupied a high status in any military because…
The U.S. Air Force by far maintains the most expensive fleet of aircraft on the planet. The B-2 Spirit is chief among these with a price tag of more than $2 billion per plane.…
The use of armored tanks dates back to the First World War when the British debuted the Mark I, the first tank used in warfare, in France during the Battle of Flers-Courcelette, a battle…
The U.S. Navy relies heavily on its Nimitz-class aircraft carriers which were introduced to the service roughly 50 years ago. Even at this advanced age, these aircraft carriers are fairly formidable and often deployed…
The U.S. Navy currently boasts upwards of 400 vessels in its fleet, each with unique operational roles to play. Some of the hallmarks of the fleet are the Nimitz-class aircraft carriers which were introduced…
Historically, the United States has been home to one of the most powerful naval forces since World War II. However, it is now facing much more competition. Russia and China have been expanding their…
The Russian-Ukrainian conflict has now been ongoing for just over two years with each side facing down massive casualties in terms of modern warfare. Russia’s progress of recent has caused some to speculate what…
Serving one’s country in the military is a profound honor. United States soldiers have fought in battles across the globe and some fallen soldiers from World War I, World War II, and other battles…
The military modernization effort within China has been incredible over the last few decades, to say the least. China has built up its naval forces and even plans to introduce new aircraft carriers to…
Helicopters, specifically designed for military operations, first emerged during World War II. These played a series of roles but were primarily for reconnaissance and rescue missions. However, by the time of the Vietnam War,…
Speed is one of the most important factors when designing combat aircraft today. The first and foremost reason is survivability. Aircraft that cannot effectively maneuver, engage or disengage in combat scenarios. To attack a…
The U.S. Army operates a wide array of aircraft to accomplish whatever strategic objectives need to be met on and off the battlefield. These aircraft, whether fixed-wing or helicopters, fill a variety of roles…
Russian military forces have made solid progress in Ukraine over the last few months, culminating in the recent capture of Avdiivka. Much of this recent success is due to the fact that Russia has…
As the Russian-Ukrainian conflict continues, Russia has been making significant headway but not without some losses. Russia’s arsenal of helicopters has taken a significant beating over the course of the conflict, but the Red…
Recent years have seen a rapid evolution of Chinese combat aircraft. Apart from its modernization effort with the navy, China’s military has pushed to develop and produce fighter jets to further project power on…
The 2000s were a defining era for the U.S. military, with invasions in Afghanistan and Iraq leading to the U.S. Global War on Terror. During this time, the U.S. military was seeking to outfit…
The Black Hawk helicopter is one of the most widely used military helicopters in service today. The fact that militaries around the world constantly deploy this helicopter speak volumes to its reliability and effectiveness…
When it comes to military prowess, the fighter jet is one of the most integral parts of a country’s military. There are several categories of combat aircraft – bombers, fighters, and attack are just…
American military culture is inherently linked to the firearms that defined different historical periods. In the Revolutionary War era muskets were instrumental in asserting American independence. The Civil War witnessed the rise of rifled…
