It’s not unusual to hear a certain country/region threatening to use a weapon of mass destruction if such and such happens or doesn’t. There is no shortage of references to the times the world has sunk into full-fledge war, where these armaments caused mass catastrophic destruction. Today, from history, most people can only whisper about…… Read More »
Over time, grenades have been used globally, shaping the military history. These explosives are effectively dangerous; from obscuring visibility to disorienting enemies and starting fires, they can do it all. They have a significantly big blasting radius, and their effects can be catastrophic. Here are some fascinating grenade facts to help you discover more about…… Read More »
The history of aviation has witnessed a constant quest to push the boundaries of size and performance, and the military sector is no exception. Military aircraft have evolved from nimble fighters to colossal machines capable of transporting troops, cargo, and executing strategic missions on an unparalleled scale. In this article, we embark on a journey…… Read More »
Memorial Day, an American holiday dedicated to honoring the country’s fallen military personnel, carries with it a rich and poignant history. The following fascinating facts shed light on the depth and significance of this solemn day. 1. Waterloo: The Birthplace of Memorial Day The tranquil town of Waterloo, New York is acknowledged as the origin… Read More »
The US Department of Defense invested $170,000 in a study to investigate the causes of coffee spillage while walking. The findings revealed that any low-viscosity liquid could spill when exposed to human biomechanics, not just coffee. The study was part of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s (DARPA) quest to understand human movement and to… Read More »
Here are 25 Interesting Facts About Bullets. 1-5 Interesting Facts About Bullets 1. The pointy bullet used by modern militaries is called a Spitzer, an anglicized form of the German word Spitzgeschoss, literally meaning “pointy bullet.” – Source 2. In November 2009, British Corporal of Horse Craig Harrison consecutively struck two Taliban machine gunners south…… Read More »
Here are 25 Interesting Facts About FBI. 1-5 Interesting Facts About FBI 1. In 2005 and 2006, FBI mined grocery store records for falafel purchases to find Iranian secret agents. Their idea was that spike in falafel sales, combined with other data, would lead to Iranian secret agents in the south San Francisco-San Jose area.…… Read More »
Here is a list of 25 Kickass and Brave Soldiers. 1-5 Kickass and Brave Soldiers 1. In World War II, American soldier John R. Fox died when he deliberately called an artillery strike on himself. Realizing that German troops were overrunning his party’s position, the strike delayed the enemy long enough for other American units…… Read More »
In 1989 in Tacoma, WA, Army Ranger buddies at a bbq were threatened by Crips in the neighborhood. The Rangers called more buddies, who brought more firearms. They set up defensive positions and a shoot-out ensued later that night when the Crips made a move on the house. The neighborhood is now one of the… Read More »
Smedley Butler was one of the most decorated Marines with 2 Medals of Honor. He served 33 years & became an anti war advocate. He wrote “War is a Racket” about war profiteering. He said “the best he [Al Capone] could do was to operate his racket in 3 districts. I operated on 3 continents.”… Read More »
