Since their inception, aircraft carriers have been integral components of the United States Navy and have only increased in importance and firepower over the years. Their history has been distinct, demonstrating how the Navy…
The age of the aircraft carrier began in World War II and has persisted through the modern age. Carriers hosting a multitude of aircraft claim dominance over hundreds of miles of the ocean. While…
The M4 Sherman tank was a staple of the Allied Forces in World War II and left an indelible mark on the battlefield to many generations of tanks to come. It was, by far,…
Paris D. Davis was the most recent recipient of the Medal of Honor for his service in the Vietnam War with the 5th Special Forces Group. He joins an elite few within the American…
The United States has war memorials and cemeteries around the world dedicated to its soldiers that have fallen in the line of duty. To serve one’s country is considered one of the highest honors,…
Heavy-duty small arms play an important role in the arsenal of the U.S. military, acting as a force multiplier for infantry, allowing them to take down bigger enemy assets. These weapons are designed to…
Hamas’s surprise invasion of Israel was a shock to much of the world. Fighters came by sea, through tunnels, and through barriers to kill hundreds of Israeli soldiers and civilians. The attack was met…
World War I saw the advent of the tank in warfare. This armored all-terrain vehicle was originally slow and cumbersome, but over the years it has evolved into a highly mobile attack vehicle. The…
In the wake of World War II, third generation fighter jets emerged on the scene and took their place in world militaries for several decades. They were soon, however, overshadowed by the fourth generation,…
Militaries around the world are constantly focused on running cost-effective operations and procurements, meaning getting the most bang for their buck. Ideally, the military is looking to extend its capabilities while maintaining its resources.…
Out of all the countries in the world, the United States is by far the largest arms manufacturer and for good reason. The U.S. boasts a defense spending budget in the hundreds of billions.…
Throughout history, the military with longer-range weaponry has held a major tactical advantage on the battlefield. During the Hundred Years’ War, the English longbow, with a range of up to 1,000 feet, proved the…
Global tensions have been on the rise in recent years, driven by events including Russia’s ongoing conflict in Ukraine and China’s assertive actions in the South China Sea. To uphold its position as the…
At the beginning of World War II, the United States Navy was considerably less formidable than its modern equivalent. In 1939, the Navy’s warships consisted of just 15 battleships, five aircraft carriers, 18 heavy…
Israel is amassing its troops on the Gaza border in preparation for what many experts believe will be a protracted military operation in response to a deadly assault by the terrorist group Hamas on…
Currently, the United States ranks as the world’s strongest naval power with the U.S. Navy alone boasting a fleet of over 240 ships and submarines. Perhaps the crown jewels of the American fleet are…
In these days when single aircraft can cost billions of dollars, technological sophistication can often be more important than numbers. (This is the most expensive aircraft in the U.S. Military) But that doesn’t mean…
Although the United States does not currently have the largest navy presence, it ranks as the world’s strongest naval power. The U.S. Navy by itself boasts a fleet of over 240 ships and submarines.…
The third generation of modern fighter jets were developed and introduced in the 1950s and 1960s, roughly two decades after the invention of jet propulsion. These jets, some still in use today, were characterized…
While artillery and other armored vehicles and drones have received much of the attention as being important to the outcome of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, helicopters have also played an important role. Russia…
