Chris Lange - Writer for 24/7 Wall St.
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Armored all-terrain fighting vehicles first saw prolific use when they entered the battlefield in World War I. Ultimately, these vehicles would underscore the rise of an age of mechanized warfare...
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For more than half a century, helicopters have been an important component of modern U.S. military operations. These aircraft provide air support and transportation for troops and equipment as well...
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The U.S. Army is one of the most technologically advanced militaries in the world, and much of this is reflected in their cutting-edge artillery systems. Here, 24/7 Wall St. is taking a closer look...
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Some of the most advanced air forces in the world are known for their offensive capabilities, which are carried out through their attack and strike aircraft. These aircraft play a specific role in...
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The most advanced air forces in the world are known for their offensive capabilities. Fighter and interceptor aircraft are a particularly important component of these air forces. They serve a few...
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Frigate warships are used by a number of the world’s top naval powers. They are known for their speed, maneuverability and armament. The very first frigates came about in the 17th century, but the...
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Corvette warships are small, fast naval vessels that typically weigh anywhere from 500 to 2,000 tons. They play important roles in patrolling coastal regions, anti-submarine warfare and as escorts....
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The Middle East, a region marked by conflict over the last few decades, is home to some of the world’s strongest military forces. Countries like Israel, Saudi Arabia and Turkey are only some of the...
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Lockheed Martin was formed in 1995 through a merger of Lockheed Corporation and Martin Marietta, and it is easily one of the biggest names in the aerospace and defense industries today. The U.S....
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The U.S. Navy is constantly involved in constructing new ships for its fleet. Although this generally follows a linear path, completing a new ship or submarine actually takes several years. Each new...
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Guided-missile destroyers play an important role in modern naval warfare, and this has only been expanded over the years. These warships are outfitted with advanced missile systems, radar, and...
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As it stands now, the U.S. Navy has upwards of 400 vessels in its fleet, each playing a unique role within the whole. The backbone of the fleet is the series of Nimitz-class aircraft carriers which...
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South America’s militaries play a huge role in keeping the region stable, each bringing something unique to the table. In recent years, Brazil has been focused on modernizing its forces, while...
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Since World War II, Southeast Asia has held strategic importance not only for its shipping lanes but as a staging area into Asia. The region is home to some of the strongest militaries on the planet,...
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Europe was marked by some of the most vicious fighting of World War II, and this would shape the military powers and the continent for decades to come. Even past WWII, Europe has a long tradition of...
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