The USS Zumwalt (DDG-1000) was originally imagined as the future ship of the Navy—a thin, jagged destroyer with plenty of…
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F-104 Starfighter: Deadly Speed and Aviation Innovation
Perhaps the most famously and hottestly contested Cold War airplane, the Lockheed F-104 Starfighter was the product of the early…
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The B-2 Bomber Story: Covert Strike Operations Explained
In a bold, perfectly coordinated operation, U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bombers executed what military commanders say is the largest operational…
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Inside Avdiivka: The Battle That Shaped Ukraine’s Defense
The battle for Avdiivka is a grim reflection of what this war has devolved into: an endless test of wills,…
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AR-15 Origins: From Prototype to Cultural Phenomenon
Few guns have made as profound an impact on American culture as the AR-15. To one, it symbolizes personal freedom…
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Boeing YF-118G: Inside the Secret Stealth Fighter Program
We all think of “American stealth aircraft,” and first the F-117 Nighthawk, B-2 Spirit, and F-22 Raptor come to mind.…
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Laugo Arms Alien: Next-Level Performance in Handguns
Amidst a sea of polymer-framed pistols and copycat designs filling the market, the Laugo Arms Alien breaks free, setting a…
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The F-2 Fighter Story: Japan’s Cutting-Edge Combat Aircraft
Never quite achieving the same level of global fame as the F-35 or F-16, the Mitsubishi F-2 holds a unique…
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F-35A Lightning II in Service: Air Power Redefined
The F-35A Lightning II has revolutionized the Air Force’s strategy for readiness and combat operations. At Hill Air Force Base,…
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Battleship Texas: From WWII Icon to Community Treasure
Certain ships carry more than rivets and steel—they carry memories, pride, and a sense of affiliation with the people who…
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Long Beach Cruiser: How It Changed Naval Warfare
The USS Long Beach (CGN-9) stands alone in naval warfare history as a ship that literally opened the door to…
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Deep Strikes in Ukraine: Tactical Moves That Alter the War
The war between Russia and Ukraine has entered a new, far more sophisticated phase. Those were the days of static…
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