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.

Tribute graphic honoring Technical Sergeant John William Brown, featuring his portrait, military insignia, and commemorative text.

Tech Sgt. John W. Brown – Pararescueman, Gentleman, and Hero of Extortion 17

In the world of special operations, some warriors earn their place in history not only through skill but through the selfless way they live and die. Technical Sergeant John W. Brown was

5 months ago

by Eric Sof

M1911A1 Classic pistol designed by John Browning

Colt M1911: One of the most successful pistols ever produced

The Colt M1911 competes with the Browning HP as one of the most successful pistols produced. It has been manufactured in millions and is in widespread service worldwide some 90 years after being first

10 years ago

Pistols

FN FNP-45: Improved version of the FNP-40

The FN FNP-45 pistol is the next step in the evolution of the FNP pistol line. First announced in 2007, the FN FNP-45 is just one of the many new, modern .45

10 years ago

Pistols

CZ 100: A double-action-only classic

The CZ 100 pistol was introduced in 1995. It has a double-action-only trigger mechanism. This means it can only be fired in double-action. The firing pin returns to the starting position after

10 years ago

Pistols

Walther PPS: A powerful replacement for a venerable PPK

Walther PPS (Polizei Pistole Schmal – Police Pistole Slim) is the most recent offering from the famous German gun-making company Carl Walther GmbH. It was first shown publicly during IWA 2007 exhibition

10 years ago

Pistols

IWI Jericho 941: Born in Battle

IWI Jericho 941 is a pistol made in Israel. Israel is a nation that lives the dramatic feeling of being in constant pre-alarm and, despite having a relatively short life, only 63

10 years ago

Pistols

Operators with an M4A1 SOPMOD Block II in Afghanistan in 2012

6 Things You Should Know About US Special Operations Forces

From the Army’s Green Berets to Navy SEALs, Air Force Air Commandos, Marine Corps Raiders, and beyond, Special Ops forces are the elite of the U.S. military. 1. The origin of America’s

10 years ago

Expert Analysis

A British soldier aiming Glock 17 at the shooting range

Glock 17: One of the most popular service weapons in the world

The Glock 17 is one of the most popular service-duty pistols in the world. When it first appeared in the early 1980s, the Glock pistol seemed to break all the rules. Its

10 years ago

Pistols

Standard issues of Walther PP and Walther PPK models used in police service around the world

Walther PPK: A James Bond’s weapon of choice

Walther introduced its Walther PPK (Polizei Pistole Kurz, or Short Police Pistol) in 1931. Almost 50 years after, it found its way to the United States market. The Walther started marketing PPK

10 years ago

Pistols

SIG Sauer P220: An excellent military pistol

The SIG Sauer P220 is an excellent military pistol designed by Schweizerische Industrie-Gesellschaft. It was a revolutionary model introduced in 1975. Soon after, it was adopted as the service pistol in a

10 years ago

Pistols

America's deadliest soldier Sgt. 1st Class Dillard Johnson

Dillard Johnson: The deadliest soldier in US military history

In modern warfare, achieving the distinction of being the deadliest soldier in the history of the US military requires doing something extraordinary. The story of Sgt. 1st Class Dillard Johnson is a

10 years ago

Veterans

Lieutenant General Lewis ‘Chesty’ Puller as the most decorated marine in the US Marines Corps history

Chesty Puller: The most decorated Marine in history

Far and away, the most decorated Marine in history is Chesty Puller. The only highly decorated Marine comes to mind with FIVE Navy Crosses (second only to the Medal of Honor). Lieutenant

10 years ago

Veterans

Camp Bastion is in danger of being over run by the Taliban, US Special Forces deployed to defend it

Taliban insurgents killed three prominent local government officials and at least nine other people in three separate attacks in southern Afghanistan. The attacks came as the insurgents continued to hold the strategic

10 years ago

Global Conflicts

Previous 1 … 52 53 54 55 56 … 67 Next