Lastest Stories by Chris Lange

Artillery has long been a pivotal instrument in shaping military engagements in the Middle East. From the rough mountainous terrain of Afghanistan to the urbanized battlefields of Syria and Iraq,...
Nothing epitomizes the strength of the French Air and Space Force like the Rafale. This jet is the backbone of French military aviation. Developed by Dassault and introduced to service in 2001, the...
Throughout the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, attack helicopters have played a pivotal role in turning the tide one way or the other. The Russian Mi-24 Hind and Ka-52 Alligator have been...
A large component of most militaries is their fleet of armored vehicles. Many include tanks, some propelled artillery, and troop carriers, to name a few. In the continent of Asia, these armored...
Over the course of World War II, many women stepped out of societal norms to take on roles that were essential to the Allied victory. Many took to the skies while others worked behind the scenes in...
Russia’s air force is considered one of the stronger fleets in the world, sporting advanced aircraft like the MiG-35 Fulcrum and Su-57 Felon. These fighter jets are armed to the teeth, and some of...
The North African Campaign of World War II, spanned from 1940 to 1943, was a pivotal theatre of war that tilted the balance of power in favor of the Allies. This theatre involved a series of battles...
During World War II, the Axis powers operated numerous prison camps that were a major part of their war strategy. These served not just as detention centers for prisoners of war (POWs) but also as...
The U.S. Navy is home to one of the largest and most formidable fleets of aircraft in the world, by a long shot. Its history of using aircraft to accomplish its naval objectives dates back to World...
The CV-22 Osprey is a modern marvel of an aircraft. With its rotary-wing design, it can perform vertical takeoffs and landings like a conventional helicopter, but it also offers the speed of a...
Power dynamics in the Middle East are largely shaped by any given countries’ air force. Having fighter jets and attack helicopters at the ready acts a deterrent for other nations looking to project...
Designed for reconnaissance and close-air support operations, the Ka-52 is one of the newest attack helicopters to enter Russia’s already formidable air force. It stands as one of Russia’s main...
As the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia is still raging on, the role of artillery has become increasingly important. Traditional artillery is somewhat outdated, but it can play important...
Since the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, there has been a battle for air superiority in the region. For one side of the other to gain air superiority would determine a swift...
The Middle East has long recognized the importance of armored warfare, especially tanks. For a region that has been characterized by intermittent conflicts and military posturing, having the biggest...