PENTAGON:Scary China Talk, including warnings that the PLA is likely training for strikes against U.S. and allied targets. Alarmists react. DEJA VU?? Same Cold War talk re Taiwan claims China MOD which vehemently objects to the DOD warnings and 2019 Budget justifications. Reports: DOD: China MOD. With link to full DOD report. Take an opportunity …
VOA William Gallo, Ayaz Gul Taliban insurgents unleashed a fresh wave of attacks across Afghanistan this week, overrunning at least two Afghan military bases and launching a sustained attack on a key city, in a multifront show of strength that left hundreds dead and threatened to upend recently begun peace talks with Washington. As recently …
The Airbus A400M is capable of carrying up to 116 paratroopers at one time – that’s more than any other western-built transport plane. Today, it’s carrying Dutch and German paratroopers on a joint exercise. ABOUT THE ATLAS (A400M) from RAF ROLE Entering operational service with the Royal Air Force in 2014, Atlas provides tactical airlift …
Rare Color Footage of WWII Navy Hazing Rituals Many WWII naval recruits serving on U.S. ships had never been away from home. To pass the time and strengthen their bonds, they organized several colorful initiation rituals. Military customs and traditions are an integral part of the Navy and for the Sailors that serve today. Navy …
“We are aware of recent allegations concerning a U.S. soldier assigned under U.S. Army Special Operations Command for reportedly attempting to smuggle narcotics from Colombia into the U.S. We are cooperating fully with law enforcement officials concerning this matter. In order to protect the integrity of the investigation and the rights of the individual, there …
RAVENS CHALLENGE: Counter-Drone Technology to be demonstrated in Thailand: US Military Coming — American firms staying home Note: the author is aware that the word “drone” has been expanded by popular usage to include any unmanned vehicle whether remotely or autonomously guided. “Drone” attacks are not new. From my upcoming book, THE BOMB BOYS: “Chinese …
