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At the beginning of the year, the United States promised 31 M1 Abrams battle tanks to Ukraine to fight off the Russian invasion that is now stretching well into its second year. Recently, the...
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World War II was the deadliest and most destructive conflict in human history. Beginning with Germany’s invasion of Poland in September 1939 and ending with Japan’s surrender six years later, the...
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The United States has not had an active military draft since the early 1970s, before many Americans were even born. However, for much of the 20th century, conscription was the norm. Throughout both...
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In any war, even the smallest advantage can mean the difference between victory and defeat. To maintain the upper hand, the Department of Defense spent $106 billion on research and development of...
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The age of the aircraft carrier began in World War II and has persisted through the modern age. Carriers hosting a multitude of aircraft claim dominance over hundreds of miles of the ocean. While...
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Modern warfare is now largely waged in the skies, and air superiority is an important factor in ensuring success. Interestingly, in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, fighting has been dominated by...
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Besides its firepower, the sheer size of a tank has made it the most intimidating weapon on the battlefield for more than 100 years. Few motion pictures have captured the terror in the eyes of...
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The U.S. has one of the largest militaries in the world. To accomplish its mission, the Department of Defense operates bases where military personnel can be trained and housed until deployed. In...
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As aircraft technology continues to advance, countries find themselves vigorously seeking out cutting-edge aircraft to ensure their combat readiness and tactical advantage. Militaries continue to...
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The U.S. has 750 military bases in 80 countries, according to data from the Cato Institute. After bases in the U.S., the biggest bases tend to be in Europe. And though American troops are sometimes...
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Most countries in the world have two categories of military personnel: active service members and reservists. Reservists are civilians who have careers outside of military service but receive regular...
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The history of combat can be defined by eras of technological development. Civilizations that have found smarter ways to wage war won out over those with archaic technology, solidifying, dynasties,...
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Beginning in the 19th century, the battleship was the symbol of a nation’s naval strength. These vessels displaced tens of thousands of tons, bore massive guns, and were cloaked with the thickest...
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In the ever evolving landscape of modern warfare, aircraft have become indispensable for the sheer tactical and strategic benefit that they yield. Whether it is a combat aircraft or a tanker, each...
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The United States, the world’s preeminent military power, operates at least 750 U.S. military base sites abroad in 80 countries and territories, according to the Quincy Institute for Responsible...
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