To anyone passionate about flying, the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II is not just a fighter aircraft but an icon.…
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7 Key Lessons from the Drone War in Ukraine and Russia
The conflict in Ukraine has made the drone an integral part of contemporary warfare. The warring parties are learning at…
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America officially said goodbye to the penny, a coin that has been a ubiquitous presence for more than two centuries.…
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Few aircraft ever pushed the limits of speed, height, and technology nearly as far as the YF-12A. Offspring of the…
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Russia’s Su-57 Stealth Fighter Struggles Explained
The current Sukhoi Su-57, better known by its NATO appellation “Felon,” was Russia’s response to the world of fifth-generation stealth…
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Littoral Combat Ship: The Navy’s Costly Controversy
The Littoral Combat Ship, or LCS, was meant to revolutionize how the Navy fought sea wars. It was marketed as…
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Red Sea Showdown: USS Carney’s Historic Mission
The Red Sea has been an important passageway for centuries, where the paths of trade and international politics cross. In…
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USS Ronald Reagan Departs, USS George Washington Returns
As historic an aircraft carrier as the USS Ronald Reagan leaves its homeport after almost a decade, it’s never really…
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USS Missouri: Legacy, Peace, and Enduring Spirit
Stepping aboard the USS Missouri at Pearl Harbor is a memory that stays with you. It’s not only a historic…
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Gaza After 15 Months of War: How a Territory Was Devastated and Its People Displaced
Gaza, formerly a bustling sea oasis, has been almost beyond recognition, destroyed after 15 months of continuous war. The region…
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Russia’s Hybrid War Tactics: Disinformation, Sabotage, and the Struggle for Ukraine
Russia’s response to the conflict in Ukraine and its relations with the West extend far beyond traditional military operations. It’s…
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The Darkest Days of the USAAF: Courage and Loss in the 1943 Air War Over Europe
When people think of World War II’s air war over Europe, it’s easy to picture endless formations of B-17 Flying…
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