One of the main criticisms of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is that the United States assumes a disproportionate share of the burden. To address the imbalance a political commitment was reached at…
Despite the vast knowledge, technology, and unprecedented global connectivity we enjoy today, war remains a persistent issue. Yes, even now in the 21st century, many nations continue to grapple with frequent bloodshed. The reasons…
The pervading question since the end of World War II has been whether military strength or political alliances ultimately guarantee peace. The nuclear standoff of the Cold War, the rise of NATO, and Russia’s…
When it comes to NATO’s armored power, it isn’t Germany, France, or the United Kingdom that are leading the charge. Instead, Eastern members like Poland and Turkey field some of the largest tank fleets…
In mid 2024, the USS San Diego, an amphibious transport dock, made its way from San Diego to Sasebo, Japan to support the needs of the U.S. military. Joining the USS America assault ship and…
NATO’s air power is not just purely advanced fighter jets and stealth bombers, but more so the men and women in uniform that operate and maintain these air forces. Countries like Turkey and France…
24/7 Wall St. Insights: The most widely flown Russian aircraft is not actually any single MiG fighter jet The Mi-8/17 series was originally introduced in the 1960s but its newer variants came about in…
Under the terms of the United States Constitution, the power to declare war rests solely with Congress, the same branch of government that also controls federal spending. While these two powers are separate and…
Weapons like the Colt M4 carbine (issued to security forces, Seabees, and Navy special operations) are particularly effective in close-quarters and boarding operations. Another of the Navy’s sidearms is the Beretta M9. This semi-automatic…
Even several decades later, WWII remains one of history’s most devastating and consequential events. It profoundly shaped the geopolitical landscape and altered the balance of power, ultimately leading to the rise of the United…
Defense spending continues to climb worldwide, with governments pouring billions into modernizing their armed forces. Yet military strength cannot be measured by money alone. Factors such as manpower, equipment diversity, logistical capability, geography, natural…
The modern U.S. Air Force traces its roots back to 1907 — only six years after the Wright brothers’ first successful manned flight. In its humble beginnings as the U.S. Army Signal Corps, the…
The first helicopter used for military purposes was the YR-4B. It was designed by Igor Sikorsky, a Russian-born citizen that emigrated to the United States in 1919 and designed the craft as an American…
In Europe, helicopter fleets are a key indicator of overall military strength. These aircraft perform a series of necessary duties from troop transport and logistics to close-air support that modern militaries rely upon. Countries…
Some of the most advanced weapons in any military arsenal aren’t on the battlefield or in the sky, but deep below the oceans. Much of the international balance of naval power is defined by…
