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M270 MLRS firing rockets

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…

What's the difference between an AR15, M4, and M16?

AR15, M4, M16: Decoding the Differences

The distinction between an AR-15, M4, and M16 is a common inquiry. To provide a clear…

Soviet TT pistol designated as TT-33

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…

Sig Sauer P320

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…

Which special forces has the absolute toughest training in the world?

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…

Task Force 121 Delta Force

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.…

Why does Australia use the Steyr AUG instead of the M4?

M4 vs. Steyr AUG in Australian Military Service

The Australian Defense Forces use the Steyr AUG rifle instead of the M4 because Australia has…

How much ammo does a machine gunner carry into battle?

How Much Ammo Do Machine Gunners Carry?

Machine guns are known for their high fire rate, making them difficult to feed with ammunition…

1st SFOD-Delta team at undisclosed location DELTA FORCE

Why Delta Force is a Separate Entity from the Army Special Forces

One of the most perplexing questions surrounding the highly secretive U.S. Army unit known as 1st…

The world's most popular weapon - AK-47 Assault Rifle

The Science of Sound Suppression: How Silencers Work

Silenced weapons can be incredibly quiet, but it is important to note that almost any weapon…

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…

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.

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…

U.S. Army Rangers, assigned to 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment, prepare for extraction

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…