USS Hornet (CV-12): Carrier that Stung Japan

The USS Hornet (CV-12) stands as one of the most storied aircraft carriers in United States naval history, playing a decisive role in World War II as part of the Essex-class fleet. From its origins as a replacement for the lost USS Hornet (CV-8) to its participa...

By Peter Suciu

POTD: Iceland Government Colt Official Police – 80 Revolvers to Reykjavik

Welcome to today’s Photo of the Day! Here we have a 1940 Colt Official Police shipped to the government of Iceland on March 21, 1940 as part of an 80-revolver order through John Olafsson & Company in Reykjavik. The timing is significant – this was one year into WWII, one month befor...

By Sam.S

Eyes in the Sky: How sUAS Training is Changing the Way Soldiers Fight

MARCH AIR RESERVE BASE, Calif. – In a classroom here, Soldiers learned that on today’s battlefield, even a small drone can present a serious threat. Through small unmanned aircraft systems training, they sharpened the skills needed to identify, report, and respond to emerging aerial dangers. ...

By Eric G

POTD: Eject, Survive, Stay Silent - The S&W Model 41

Specialized equipment often reflects very specific mission requirements, and few examples are as niche as the modified Smith & Wesson Model 41 pistols issued for the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird pilot survival kits.

By Eric B

NEW Savage Arms Model 110 RF -Precision Rimfire taken to Another Level

Spring is upon us and that means more of us are venturing out to the gun range to hone our shooting skills. For many of us, that starts with rimfire rifles like those chambered in .22 Long Rifle. Yet, we don’t want youth and miniature versions of firearms to practice with, we want the real ...

By Adam Scepaniak
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