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Sweden is the newest country to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). With this addition, NATO greatly adds to its military might, especially in terms of its navy. While Sweden might...
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The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is by far the largest military peacetime military alliance in the world. It is composed of over 30 nations, mainly on the European continent. In terms of...
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Speed is one of the most important factors when designing combat aircraft today. The first and foremost reason is survivability. Aircraft that cannot effectively maneuver, engage or disengage in...
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The Vietnam War witnessed the advent of the attack helicopter. It was the first major conflict that saw widespread use of helicopters in a combat setting. Since then, helicopters have played a role...
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Article 5 is the cornerstone of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, better known as NATO. Should a member nation fall under attack, this article is triggered and other NATO members must render...
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A standing army is the strongest deterrent against invasion. If a country had no military force then it would be at the mercy of hostile powers. The exception to this rule is Iceland, which has no...
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The U.S. Army operates a wide array of aircraft to accomplish whatever strategic objectives need to be met on and off the battlefield. These aircraft, whether fixed-wing or helicopters, fill a...
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Artillery units have evolved significantly since World War II by technological advancement as well as military doctrine. Mobility is perhaps the most significant area of advancement as well as range,...
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The U.S. military constantly seeks to maintain a competitive advantage over its rivals by innovating technology and keeping its assets up-to-date. The main competitive advantage the United States has...
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Throughout the decades, military culture has played a significant role in shaping the small arms that enter the battlefield. The 2010s were marked by a trend towards enhancing the effectiveness,...
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The 2000s were a defining era for the U.S. military, with invasions in Afghanistan and Iraq leading to the U.S. Global War on Terror. During this time, the U.S. military was seeking to outfit its...
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The Black Hawk helicopter is one of the most widely used military helicopters in service today. The fact that militaries around the world constantly deploy this helicopter speak volumes to its...
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American military culture is inherently linked to the firearms that defined different historical periods. In the Revolutionary War era muskets were instrumental in asserting American independence....
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Fifth generation fighter jets are the pinnacle of modern aviation as they feature a blend of stealth, advanced avionics, and agility. Access to these jets is exclusive only to a handful of nations as...
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Most Americans don’t think of the United States as a colonizing country. After all, we fought a revolution to overturn the colonial system, right? Well, as it turns out Americans didn’t...
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