Military history buffs are no doubt familiar with Germany’s World War I flying ace, Manfred von Richthofen. Known as “The Red Baron,” he was the Great War’s Ace of Aces, racking up 80 confirmed victories before being shot down in April 1918. Richtofen’s skill and the fear his red Fokker triplane instilled in enemy pilots led to his reputation setting the standard for air excellence for decades after the war.
When pilots, friend and foe alike, refer to Hiromichi Shinohara as “The Richtofen of the Orient,” they mean it with the utmost respect due to an adversary.
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When an enemy gets in behind friendly lines, the result can be devastating. Supplies, reserve troops, and any surprises a force may have had could suddenly (and literally) go up in smoke in a matter of moments. The German Army in France discovered how dangerous this could be during the Battle of Amiens in World War I.
It was a particularly dangerous situation for the Germans, because the enemy cutting a path of destruction behind the front lines was a new weapon in World War I, a tank. And the German Army didn’t have any way of penetrating its armor or even stopping it in its tracks.
It’s no secret Russia is taking extraordinary casualties in the war in Ukraine. As of this writing, the Ukraine Ministry of Defence estimates it eliminated more than 162,500 Russian personnel in the war. The Russian military’s staggering losses led to the forced conscription of hundreds of thousands of Russian military age males, but many Western experts think it may not be enough to move the needle in the war.
Russia has turned to other pariah states for help in getting the supplies, weapons, and technology it needs to stay competitive in the war.
Just outside Tacoma, Washington, Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) sits in some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. With two mountain ranges and the Puget Sound nearby, you’ll have no shortage of outdoor activities to indulge in on your off-time. It’s also close to Seattle, a city with no shortage of culture and entertainment to keep you busy. Here are seven top activities for service members stationed at JBLM.
Are you aware of the diverse range of unique career paths available in the Marine Corps? Although the Marines are known for their combat arms specialization, there are numerous job opportunities waiting for you as a Marine. Depending on your interests and preferences, you can choose from a variety of exciting job roles during your service. Contrary to popular belief, the USMC offers much more than just infantry service. You may not have considered these amazing career options, but here are some of the lesser-known roles that may pique your interest.
By the time the American Civil War began, regular citizens had a romantic view of combat. Crowds gathered on hilltops to watch the conflict below. Picnics were enjoyed. Children ran and played. It was only when the blood spatter stained the landscape and severed limbs began to pile up, that the citizenry was repulsed and retired to their parlors. Thankfully, photographer Matthew Brady’s images of the carnage recorded that, indeed, war is hell. Much of the eastern seaboard of the United States was blood-soaked.
U.S. Army Soldiers, assigned to Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 118th Infantry Regiment, 37th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve, during a dismounted patrol, Syria, Feb. 3, 2023. (Sgt. Julio Hernandez/U.S. Army).
The Russian military is increasingly harassing United States service members in Syria by buzzing their locations with armed ground attack aircraft, the head of U.S. Central Command said on Thursday.
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MHI will deliver at least one unit of its new laser system (pictured), developed to counter hostile UAVs, to the Japanese MoD in December. (Janes/Oishee Majumdar)
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) has developed a new laser system to counter unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and a manportable version of its cyber-security solution named Intersept.
Both the systems were displayed by MHI at the DSEI Japan 2023 show being held in Chiba from 15 to 17 March.
Company officials told Janes at the show that the laser system can destroy hostile UAVs within a range of 1.2 km.
A computer rendering of the HACM. (Raytheon)
The US Air Force (USAF) requested USD500 million for hypersonic weapons research and development in fiscal year (FY) 2024, the same amount as the previous year.
Roughly USD150 million would be used to further develop the Lockheed MartinAGM-183A Air-launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW), a boost-glide system that in December 2022 saw its first successful launch following three failed tests. The USAF plans to conduct four additional ‘all-up round’ test shots of the completed missile during FY 2024.
Joining the Navy offers you the chance for an exciting and rewarding career, no matter your area of expertise. Sailors work hard and face unique challenges, such as flying combat missions or serving on a ship. If you want to excel in your Navy career or are considering one, read on.
Take a look at these exciting and rewarding Navy careers
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If you’re looking for an exciting and rewarding career in the U.S. Navy, consider becoming an air traffic controller.