India’s Military Is Now Spending More Than Russia

India is one of the emerging nations and economies on Earth right now. They are growing and increasing as a global power, and this has been proven by recent news that they have increased their spending on defense. In fact, incredibly India has now surpassed Saudi Arabia and Russia when...

27 Obscure Facts About World War II

The main battles, dates, victims and atrocities of World War II are well known. But there were also many curious incidents, most of which were not important enough to become part of a school curriculum. Here are a few. And the War ended… World War II began on September 1st,...

Top 31 Most Powerful Armies In The World Right Now

The world is increasingly becoming a more military place, it feels like we have entered a new modified cold war filled with groups who have no country and no flag. In the past couple of years it is has become clear that the strongest armies in the world are not the ones...

10 Tell-Tale Signs That You Were in the Military

If you were ever in the military, you’re sure to stand out. Maybe it’s the PTSD, or just the overall order of the way things are done and organized in an army, but to civilians who cannot relate to your duties, you’ve definitely picked up some special tactics that are...

The Top 10 Military Tanks

A military tank is an armored warfare vehicle that is an important part of front line combat. They can drive on all terrains and include excellent advanced weaponry and defense systems. They changed the way that wars were fought in 1916 when British Army broke through the trench fighting deadlock...

The 10 Greatest Attack Helicopters In The World

The helicopter has proven itself to be incredibly useful in various situations such as logistics, rescue or outright war. Since the appearance of the attack helicopter in WWII, they have changed the face of the battlefield, engaging infantry and vehicles on the ground. Here are the 10 greatest attack helicopters...

The 10 Biggest Warships In The World

While technological advanced may have brought us incredible aircraft, ships continue to be developed and used in warfare. The navy is able to provide support to units on the ground and in the air and looks set to remain an important part of any modern military. Without further ado, let’s...

11 of the Greatest Air Battles in Military History

Air to air combat has played a decisive role in war since the beginning of the 20th century. While battles are increasingly played out behind computers and advanced technology, dogfights are one of the remaining aspects of war where individual skill is essential. Here are the 11 greatest air battles...

How Will France Will Defeat ISIS?

Just 48 hours after the deadly November 13 attack in Paris, France’s air force was already mobilized and ready to hit back at ISIS. The Paris attack that left 129 dead and 352 injured was condemned as an “act of war” by French President François Hollande. Manuel Valls, the French...

Most Powerful Militaries in the Middle East

Militaries hold the responsibility of protecting the country from which it derives. The middle east is known to have some amazing militaries, and these guys do what they must to ensure their citizens’ safety. Here are 15 of the most powerful militaries in the middle east today: Yemen The military...

Top 15 Naval Forces in the World

The oceans are one of the most important assets that exists on the planet. Not only are they important when it comes to military power, but it is also vital when it comes to maintaining trade. In today’s modern world military conflicts and unique threats such as pirates can have...

13 Facts About The Syrian Civil War

It’s all over our TV screens, our newspapers and our computers; the Syrian Civil War. However much we see about it in the news, it can still be hard to grasp what exactly is going on in this ravaged country. In order to make sense of it all, here are...

The Biggest Planes In Aviation History

Throughout the course of military history, there has always been a drive to create the biggest weapons possible. While at first many of these weapons seem scary, a lot of the time they ended up just becoming something more for show than anything else. This holds true with aircraft, especially...

23 Warships That Are Changing The Future Of Warfare

War is changing and governments around the world are changing how they fight. As technology moves forward so does modern warfare. Here are the top 23 warships from the past, present and future, which are changing how wars are fought and won. 23. HMS Queen Elizabeth This is the largest...

9 Future Aerial Fighters That Are Coming Our Way

The technology and innovations in the world of aerial fighters move at a rapid pace; even faster than the aerial fighters themselves, in some instances. By the time one country has released their brand new fighter jet, another country is working on a better version of it. It’s an exciting...

Top 12 Elite Fighting Units

Armies around the world are getting bigger, badder and tougher, that’s no secret. However, what about the elite fighting units? Navy Seals, British SAS, Green Berets and more are highly trained guys that are rarely ever heard of, yet they do some of the deadliest jobs on the planet. They can...

The Top 7 Best Air Forces In The World

Air superiority counts for as much as having a strong navy in today’s modern security world. While the days of the classic dog fight might be over, the reliance on aircraft has only grown stronger. 7. France France has been credited with having one of the most impressive aircraft industries...

The US Army May Begin Training More Ukrainian Army Troops.

Washington is considering further development of preparing military of Armed Forces of Ukraine in accordance with NATO procedures. American soldiers will mentor the officers of the National Guard, as well as Ukrainian general armed force and special military detachments. This is going to increase Ukraine’s military capacity under steady risk...

From Russia With Love: The Top 13 Military Weapons Russia Invented

As far as western world countries go, Russia is easily one of the scariest. They sit there quietly in the shadows, researching weapons and building a military. As soon as a war comes along, they’re always one of the first with an impressive arsenal of weaponry no one has ever...
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