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Rockets and Gun-Based Artillery: Understanding the Key Differences

Gun and rocket artillery complement each other and cannot be replaced by each other. One of the main advantages of rocket artillery is its

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M4 Carbine: A Picatinny rails allows it to be great (Photo: XY)

AR-15 vs. M4 vs. M16: What’s the Difference?

One of the most frequently asked questions in the firearms world is: What’s the difference between an AR-15, an M4, and an M16? While they may look similar at a glance, these

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Soviet TT pistol designated as TT-33 (Photo: XY)

TT Pistol: The Factors Behind Russia’s decision to stop using it

The TT pistol, also known as the Tokarev, was a widely recognized service pistol used in the Eastern bloc and other countries. However, over time, it has mainly been replaced by the

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Reports

Examining the Military’s Decision: Sig Sauer P320 vs. Glock 19X

The U.S. military chose the Sig Sauer P320 over the Glock 19X because the latter did not meet the required specifications. According to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) report, the Sig Sauer

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Opinion

Which special forces has the absolute toughest training in the world? — Toughest military trainings in the world (Photo: XY)

Ranking the World’s Most Grueling Special Forces Training

It is without dispute that training programs for special operations forces are universally acknowledged as the most challenging military training available. Such programs are designed to identify exceptional individuals whose physical fortitude

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Task Force 121 Delta Force — Members of the Task Force 121 filmed on the unknown day at unknown location (Photo: XY)

A Glimpse at the Gear, Training, and Missions of Delta Force

It is a myth that Delta Force (1st SFOD-D) operators can use any weapon they desire. While they may have some flexibility in their choices, they generally use the equipment issued to

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Expert Analysis

Why does Australia use the Steyr AUG instead of the M4? — Austeyr F88 with M203 grenade launcher (Photo: Wikipedia Commons)

M4 vs. Steyr AUG in Australian Military Service

The Australian Defense Forces use the Steyr AUG rifle instead of the M4 because Australia has obtained a license from Steyr to manufacture the AUG to their specifications (known as the F88

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How much ammo does a machine gunner carry into battle? — A U.S. Marine Fires An M240 Machine Gun During A Night Squad-Attack Exercise (Photo: USMC)

How Much Ammo Do Machine Gunners Carry?

Machine guns are known for their high fire rate, making them difficult to feed with ammunition continuously. If you’ve ever wondered how much ammo a machine gunner carries into battle, it’s worth

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Expert Analysis

1st SFOD-Delta team at undisclosed location DELTA FORCE — Delta Force Team at undisclosed location (Photo: Pinterest)

Why Is Delta Force Called “Special Forces” If It Isn’t Part of Army Special Forces?

One of the most enduring mysteries surrounding the U.S. Army’s elite unit—the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta (1st SFOD-D), commonly known as Delta Force—is the confusion around its name. Why does it bear

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Expert Analysis

The world's most popular weapon - AK-47 Assault Rifle — A group of soldier standing at the shooting range firing their AK-47 assault rifles and AK-74 assault rifles (Photo: Pinterest)

The Science of Sound Suppression: How Silencers Work

Silenced weapons can be incredibly quiet, but it is important to note that almost any weapon can be silenced with the addition of a suppressor. However, it is worth noting that silenced

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Expert Analysis

U.S. troops are shown here in Panama in December 1989 during Operation Just Cause, the mission to topple Panamanian leader Manuel Noriega. (Photo: U.S. Army)

The Ethics and Practicality of Using Enemy Weapons in Combat

In many movies, it is shown that combatants use enemy weapons to engage their opponents. But is it common for this to happen in modern warfare? Is it regularly acceptable to use

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Expert Analysis

A joint special forces team move together out of a U.S. Air Force CV-22 Osprey Feb. 26, 2018, at Melrose Training Range, New Mexico. At Emerald Warrior, the largest joint and combined special operations exercise, U.S. Special Operations Command forces train to respond to various threats across the spectrum of conflict. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Clayton Cupit)

Shadow Warriors: A Closer Look at the U.S. Military’s Least Publicized Special Forces Unit

It is not possible to provide a definitive answer to the question of the “Military’s most secret unit,” as such information is classified and not publicly available. In a thread on Quora,

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Expert Analysis

U.S. Army Rangers, assigned to 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment, prepare for extraction from their objective during Task Force Training on Fort Hunter Liggett, Calif., Jan. 30, 2014. Rangers constantly train to maintain their tactical proficiency. (Photo: US ARMY/Spc. Steven Hitchcock)

Why aren’t the US Army Rangers considered Special Forces like the Delta Force or Green Berets?

There can be some confusion about US Army Rangers, because there are, in a way, two different types. There are those Soldiers who have completed the US Army Ranger School, and there

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Opinion

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