Photos That Showcase the Durability of American Aircraft During World War II
Given the numerous theaters American aircraft flew in throughout World War II, it’s no wonder the majority suffered extensive damage at the hands of the…
IJN Shinano: The Largest Warship Ever Sunk By a Submarine
The Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) laid down many large ships during the Second World War. One was IJN Shinano, a Yamato-class ship that was converted…
The V-280 Valor Will Replace the US Army’s Fleet of Black Hawk and Apache Helicopters
The US Army has awarded Bell and Lockheed Martin a contract to replace its aging fleet of Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawks and Boeing AH-64 Apaches.…
Ampulomet: The Unusual Soviet Anti-Tank Gun That Quickly Fell Into Obscurity
A number of weapons were developed during the Second World War. Some saw success and widespread use throughout the conflict, such as the M3 Grease…
USS Arizona (SSN-803) Submarine Will Be the First Named After State Since Pearl Harbor
The USS Arizona (BB-39) was among the vessels to sink during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, and now the US Navy is looking to…
The Epic History of the USS Iowa (BB-61): Leader of All Iowa-Class Battleships
The USS Iowa (BB-61) wasn’t just an elite battleship – she was also the leader of all Iowa-class vessels. Designed with speed in mind, her construction…
M1941 Johnson Light Machine Gun: A Favored Weapon of the Devil’s Brigade
A number of firearms were developed over the course of the Second World War. The scale of fighting during the conflict was unprecedented, and militaries…
Battleship Row: The Nine American Vessels Targeted During the Attack on Pearl Harbor
Prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor, nine American ships were moored off of Ford Island, to deter Japan from its imperialistic ambitions. Known as…
US Air Force, Pentagon Unveil New B-21 Raider Stealth Bomber
On December 2, 2022, the US Air Force unveiled the Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider, its new dual-capable penetrating strike bomber. Developed to combat China’s growing…
These Helicopters First Took Flight During WW2
Whenever someone uses helicopters and war in the same sentence, images of aircraft hovering over dense Vietnamese jungles immediately come to mind. However, while these…
Snipex Alligator: The Ukrainian Sniper Rifle Capable of Penetrating Armored Vehicles
Written by Samantha Franco and Clare Fitzgerald The Snipex Alligator is a massive anti-material rifle (AMR) that’s manufactured by XADO-Holding, Ltd. Having only recently entered…
The Oldest Military Tanks Still In Service
Ever since they made their combat debut during the Battle of the Somme in World War I, tanks have played a critical role in the…