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Bradley Fighting Vehicle, BFV, APC, Bradley
News

Here’s how Ukraine could use the Bradley Fighting Vehicles it’s getting from the US, experts say

Bradley Fighting Vehicles proved their worth in urban environments during the Iraq War.

Air Force Distinguished Flying Cross
News

Air National Guard flight nurse to receive Distinguished Flying Cross for saving lives after Abbey Gate bombing

She will be the first Air National Guard flight nurse to ever receive the award.

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News

How the Army’s largest battle in Somalia since ‘Black Hawk Down’ unfolded

“Over time, using covert and overt means, we forced the enemy to attack in the way we wanted and in a place most advantageous to us.”

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Culture

When did Marines really start eating crayons: An investigation

From Pine Green to Periwinkle.

Marine Corps boots poolee tied to neo-Nazi groups [Updated]
News

Marine Corps boots poolee tied to neo-Nazi groups [Updated]

Bye!

KN-25
News

North Korea is developing a HIMARS for nuclear missiles

North Korea wants its own 'Atomic Annie' multiple-launch rocket system.

F-15EX
News

Air Force test fires its latest missile configuration for the new F-15EX

The upgraded F-15EX can carry up to four more air-to-air missiles than its predecessor.

air force rapid dragon
News

This unusual new Air Force tactic is likely raising alarms in China, expert says

“The agility of the U.S. military’s distributed method for strike missions and the suddenness of those strikes will increase immensely.”

Army Maj. Gen. Patrick Donahoe
News

Army general investigated for defending female troops online retires honorably

"Elvis has left the building."

Soldier assigned to 7th Special Forces Group charged with killing wife
News

Soldier assigned to 7th Special Forces Group charged with killing wife

He allegedly killed his wife during a domestic dispute.

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News

The Navy is fixing this warship’s insane rust buildup

“The most surprising part, though, is: why do you put that on your Facebook page?”

Russians in Ukraine
News

Russian soldier gave away his position with geotagged social media posts

Cell phones and combat zones don’t mix.

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Culture

Special operations veterans aim to skydive on seven continents in seven days

It's a fast-paced expedition with no room for error and a big goal: to raise money for children of Gold Star families.

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Opinion

Opinion: Confidence in the military erodes as culture wars rage

From accusations of woke-ism to military leaders being too political, confidence in the military is eroding — and that's not good for anyone

Tanks for Ukraine
Tech & Tactics

Ukraine is using its old tanks as artillery amid trench warfare in Bakhmut

“It gives you an extra nudge. You see what you’ve done, that you have helped the infantry, and you just want to keep on going."

Air National Guard troops honored for rescue efforts in New York blizzard
News

Air National Guard troops honored for rescue efforts in New York blizzard

“I can’t thank you all enough for coming in and helping our fellow citizens over a holiday weekend."

The Army has an M1 Abrams tank named ‘Chewbacca,’ which feels right
Culture

The Army has an M1 Abrams tank named ‘Chewbacca,’ which feels right

"It's not wise to upset a Wookie."

Bradley Fighting Vehicles
Tech & Tactics

Here is your periodic reminder that Bradley Fighting Vehicles are not tanks [Updated]

They are useful though.

Task & Purpose
News

The best Task & Purpose stories from 2022

So long, 2022, and hello 2023 from the Task & Purpose team!

Robert Certain
News

Former POW recalls captivity in Vietnam on New Year’s Eve 1972, months before his release

Retired Air Force Col. Robert Certain was a navigator on the first B-52 shot down during Operation Linebacker II.