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Military History

October 3, 2020

5 Legendary Battleships from U.S. History

Battleships are veritable floating fortresses, capable of dishing out and receiving stunning amounts of punishment. But these kings of the oceans...

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Veterans

October 3, 2020

Wounded Warrior Battles Snowmaggedon

A disabled vet in Nebraska has found an awesome way to continue serving his community. After receiving an off-road wheelchair with sweet treads,...

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SOCOM / SOF

October 3, 2020

9 Military Units That Define 'The Tip of the Spear'

When America needs to break its way into an enemy country, these are the people who slip, kick, or explode their way past the defenses and blaze the...

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Uncategorized

December 30, 2015

The Coolest Military Tech Coming In 2016

America’s troops have cool gear coming their way in 2016. Here’s a look at some of it: 1.

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Military History

December 16, 2015

6 Rare Facts About the Battle of the Bulge

Infantrymen and tanks move against German positions Dec. 31, 1944.

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Air Warfare

December 3, 2015

The 7 Most Intense Air Battles in Aviation History

Aerial combat has been around for a little over 100 years, and during that time there have already been plenty of epic battles in the skies. Here are...

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Military History

November 23, 2015

5 Times the U.S. Military Ripped Victory from the Jaws of Defeat

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Military History

November 9, 2015

History's 6 Greatest Sniper Duels

Sniper duels are common in movies, but they’re actually pretty rare in real life. Snipers spend most of their time protecting friendly troops and...

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Sea (Maritime, Naval Operations)

October 24, 2015

6 Best Weapons Designed to Kill Submarines

China and Russia are both building up their sub fleets, and potential conflict areas in the Black Sea, South China Sea, and under the Arctic Circle...

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Russia

October 6, 2015

7 Times the U.S. Almost Stumbled Into War with Russia

In light of current events in places like the Ukraine and Syria, the risk of America and Russia fighting a proxy war or even a real war is growing....

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