Author: Jake Thompson

The Republic P-47 Thunderbolt remains to this day one of the all-time greatest fighter planes of World War II, not just remembered for its size

The B-1B Lancer was a long-time mainstay of US air superiority, but in the early months of 2024, it performed another, and extremely high-profile, role—to

Few American generals have left an imprint as profound as George S. Patton, Jr. Brilliant, enigmatic, and larger than life, Patton represented the warlike ethos

Spend enough time around gun owners—at the range, on duty, or in late-night conversations—and you’re bound to hear the classic question: 9mm or .45 ACP?

High-tech aviation does have some planes that leave an indelible impression without ever quite reaching the full extent of service. The Northrop YF-23 Black Widow

Few World War II planes have the imagination enthralled to such a degree as the Lockheed P-38 Lightning. Its twin-boom outline and tricycle landing gear

Few airplanes stimulate the imagination of aviation enthusiasts as much as the North American P-51 Mustang. Conceived in 1940 during times of war, this elegant

The U.S. Army is in the midst of a significant makeover, and nowhere is this more apparent than in its transition from its venerable M1A2

American people often mind their stealth aircraft with names such as the F-117 Nighthawk, B-2 Spirit, or F-22 Raptor, but buried further in the history

Iowa-class battleships are far more than a masterpiece of steel and flame—they are a reflection of a nation’s determination, ingenuity, and tenacity. Built in an

The B-21 Raider has finally entered the limelight, and it’s doing a whole lot more than just draw attention. As the first new bomber in

When the US military started to replace its aging Beretta M9 pistols, it was a choice between two giants—Sig Sauer and Glock. Both had good