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5 Formidable Female Special Forces Units Worldwide

War has historically been very much considered the province of men. With a few notable historical exceptions, in fact, it’s pretty much been a universal constant that it’s the men that go out and do the fighting and women who stay...

7 Eerie Symbols Of War From Human History 

War has been an important part of the fabric of human existence since time immemorial. There has not been a time when humankind has not been at war with itself, at least somewhere on the globe, and consequently, a great deal...

AK47 vs AR15: Which Famous Weapon is Better?

The AK47 vs AR15: The debate rages eternal between which of these two rifles is the better. It’s a debate grounded not only in the technical minutiae of two firearms but is almost an existential and philosophical one: one is the...

AR15 vs M16: What Are The Most Important Differences? 

From the hands of the IRA on the streets of Belfast to the deadly jungles of the Vietnam War, both the AR15 and M16 have been deadly weapons of war for decades. Each of them is almost as instantly recognizable and notorious...

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5 Vicious Ways Winter Will Change The War in Ukraine

On the 20th of February 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The attack was timed around one month before the start of spring and has raged throughout summer. Now, winter is coming. The eyes of the world are fixed on...

Israeli Airstrike at Dawn Forces Closure of Aleppo Airport

According to the Syrian transport ministry, Aleppo airport has been forced to halt all flights following an Israeli airstrike that took place this morning. Syria's second biggest city of Aleppo has been under immense pressure in recent weeks following the devastating earthquake...

Ukraine Denies Involvement in Thwarted Terror Plot in Transnistria

In the Russian-backed breakaway state of Transnistria, local intelligence services claim to have intercepted an assassination plot again the Transnistrian president, Vadim Krasnoselsky, and other leading officials. The Ministry of State Security in Transnistria, still often referred to by Soviet-era KGB title by...

IS-K Suicide Bomb Kills Taliban Governor of Balkh Province

Mohammad Dawood Muzammil, a Taliban-appointed governor of Balkh province in northern Afghanistan, was slain in an Islamic State suicide attack at his office today. The targetted attack of the provincial governor, in which one other person also died, was deemed to be...

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Why M. Kalashnikov Gave His Watch To a Rhodesian Soldier

"Look, just tell him he can buy me a double vodka!" the Rhodesian soldier said to Mikhail Kalashnikov's interpreter. "No, he wants to give you his watch instead", was the reply. The Rhodesian Bush Wars were...

Story of The Rhodesian FN FAL & How To Easily Identify One

Regarding the Rhodesian Bush Wars, there are two aesthetic things associated with it: the brushstroke camo and the Rhodesian FN FAL. The FN FAL, which was short for Fabrique Nationale d’Herstal Fusil Automatique Léger, was the...

Czech Republic Gun Laws: Europe’s Most Gun-Friendly State?

For those in the United States, Europe is often seen as a bastion of draconian anti-gun legislation. That is, until you see the liberal Czech Republic gun laws. The Czech Republic hasn't had it easy in...

SOFEX 2022: Ten Epic Highlights From Drones To C130s

I'm enjoying an ice-cold beer overlooking the sunset over the Red Sea in Aqaba, Jordan. I've just rounded off the final day of SOFEX 2022, and wow, what an event! The bi-annual Special Operations Forces Exhibition...

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The Ultimate Chest Rig Set Up: An Operator’s Guide For 2023

From the heart of modern warfare to survivalists, the humble chest rig has saved lives worldwide. So opinions are divided regarding the ultimate chest...

Choosing a Home Defense Gun: Here’s Everything You Need to Know!

The U.S. sees an average of around 2.5 million home invasion incidents every year. There has never been a better time to consider a home defense...

Unforgettable Sci-fi Pistols: 6 Iconic Weapons from Hollywood

Featured image credit: Youtube.com/@nicodema5728 If there’s one thing that Hollywood excels at, it’s coming up with some unforgettable fantasy weapons that have gone down in...

Pyrrhic Victories & Failed Policies: 30 Years Since the Battle of Mogadishu & the Future of Somalia

On October 3-4, 1993, U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF) aimed to capture members of Muhammed Farah Aidid’s senior leadership in a mission codenamed Operation...

6 Claymore Mine Facts That Often Go Undetected

If you’ve heard of any of the many anti-personnel mines in the world, chances are that the Claymore mine is top of the list....

The Gun Briefcase: A Look At Crazy Real Life Examples

The gun briefcase is such a cliché at this point that it has its own TVTropes page. The idea of somebody concealing a gun...

8 Infamous IRA Technicals: Bizarre & Lethal!

Regarding technicals in modern warfare, the Toyota is the most easily recognizable. But unto you've witnessed IRA technicals, you haven't seen anything yet! Compared to...

Egyptian AK 47: Meet The Iconic Maadi AKM!

When we think of things associated with Egypt, the country's assault rifles usually aren't one of them. But the Egyptian AK 47 has made...

AK47 vs AR15: Which Famous Weapon is Better?

The AK47 vs AR15: The debate rages eternal between which of these two rifles is the better. It’s a debate grounded not only in...

War With China: Would The US Military Win in 2023?

As the last vestiges of the Cold War have fallen away and it’s become increasingly apparent that the old Russo-American rivalry is no longer...

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5+ Cutting-Edge Glock Magazines You Need To See! 

The Glock is, despite only being around 40 years old, one of the most iconic pistols the world over, but particularly in the United States. Its lightweight polymer frame not only makes for an easily carried and easily concealed firearm but also...

Egyptian AK 47: Meet The Iconic Maadi AKM!

When we think of things associated with Egypt, the country's assault rifles usually aren't one of them. But the Egyptian AK 47 has made shockwaves worldwide. The Egyptian Maadi is a unique and highly sought-after AKM variant born in the heat of...

Czech Republic Gun Laws: Europe’s Most Gun-Friendly State?

For those in the United States, Europe is often seen as a bastion of draconian anti-gun legislation. That is, until you see the liberal Czech Republic gun laws. The Czech Republic hasn't had it easy in recent years and has been under...

Israeli Army Weapons: 7 Intriguing IDF Armaments

The Israeli Defense Force (IDF) is a military force notable for many things, not least of which is the idiosyncratic and highly effective arsenal it has developed over the years since the founding of Israel in 1948.  As an armed force that...