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Eric Sof

Eric Sof holds a master's degree in Political Science, specializing in International Peacekeeping Studies. He has over a decade of experience as a former member of an elite counterterrorism unit. Additionally, he is a firearms instructor and currently serves as a member of the SWAT unit.

Richard Marcinko in his early military days
Richard 'Dick' Marcinko in early days of his military career (Photo: Pinterest)

Richard Marcinko: The first commanding officer of SEAL Team 6

The story behind a rogue warrior, Richard Marcinko, nicknamed Demo Dick, who supposedly was the first commanding officer of U.S. Navy SEAL Team 6, is full of intrigues and controversies. Richard Marcinko
10 years ago
Navy SEALs during the BUD/s with a wood
Navy SEALs during the BUD/s (Photo: XY)

Differences Between the Navy SEALs and the SAS

People often ask about the difference between U.S. Navy SEALs and the British Special Air Service (SAS). While they may seem similar, they have significant differences. It might be more appropriate to
10 years ago
Special Air Service - SAS operators are posing with their weaponry
The Special Air Service (SAS) is a special forces unit of the British Army. (Photo: XY)

Examining the Differences in Training for SAS and Navy SEALs

To compare the training and selection processes of SAS and Navy SEALs, it is helpful to understand more about the roles and responsibilities of these elite special operations forces. The SAS and
10 years ago
In the memoriam of Extortion 17
In the memoriam of Extortion 17 (Photo: USAF)

Extortion 17: The deadliest day in the DEVGRU history

On August 6, 2011, a U.S. Boeing CH-47 Chinook military helicopter was shot down while transporting a quick reaction force attempting to reinforce an engaged unit of Army Rangers in Wardak province,
10 years ago
Challenger 2 (United Kingdom) as one of the best tanks in the world
Challenger 2 is a very capable tank. The tank has the latest Chobham armor and is one of the most protected MBTs in the world today. (Photo: Wiki)

Top 5 deadliest Main Battle Tanks currently in service

The ultimate question we often receive is which is the best main battle tank in the world and still in service. The question is still here, which is the most significant modern Main
10 years ago
101st airborne division the screaming eagles in afghanistan
U.S. Army soldiers with 2nd Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division return fire during a firefight with Taliban forces in Barawala Kalay Valley in Kunar province, Afghanistan, 31 March 2011. (Photo: Wikipedia)

How Much Do Soldiers Carry on Deployment?

It isn’t easy to provide a definitive answer to how much weight soldiers carry on deployment. However, it is estimated that soldiers and Marines deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan routinely carried between
10 years ago
US Army Standard issue sidearm Beretta M9
US Army Standard issue sidearm Beretta M9

Beretta 92: Ultimate Combat and Tactical Pistol

Initially designed for the Italian army and police, the Beretta 92 pistols earned most of their fame (both good and bad) as the standard sidearm of the US military (designated as M9).
10 years ago
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