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2026-03-21 00:00:00 UTC

US Army Activates Transformation Decision Analysis Center
ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. — The U.S Army officially activated the Transformation Decision Analysis Center during a ceremony held Wednesday, Feb. 4, at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. The event marked the inactivation of the DEVCOM Analysis Center and The Research and Analysis Center, combining their expertise to strengthen the Army’s ability to plan and achieve […]
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2026-03-20 22:00:00 UTC

Milrem Robotics and PGZ Sign MoU to Strengthen Estonian–Polish Defence Industry Cooperation
Milrem Robotics, the world’s leading developer of robotics and autonomous systems, and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ), Poland’s largest defence industry group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore potential areas of collaboration and bolster strategic defence relations between Estonia, Poland, and Central & Eastern Europe. Under the agreement, Milrem Robotics and PGZ will […]
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2026-03-20 20:00:00 UTC

UK Ministry of Defense Selects TrellisWare Technologies – Leading Waveform Developer To Deliver More Than 5,000 Radios
The project will see the British Army deploying TrellisWare’s tactical radios utilizing the company’s industry-best TSM® and optional Katana™ NB waveforms, providing the Army with the latest and most advanced, resilient, and interoperable MANET (Mobile Ad Hoc Networking) systems available.San Diego, CA, March 10, 2026 – TrellisWare Technologies, Inc., the global leader in resilient waveforms […]
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2026-03-20 18:00:00 UTC

New from Hill People – The Traveler Duffel
Hill Pople Gear just released the Traveler Duffel and it is cool. It combines a duffel with a compartment for separate compartment for sensitive items. Designed to accept a broken down AR-15, its use is as limited as your imagination. Compartments: Fully padded 25″x12.5″x4″ 1000d Cordura bottom compartment – velcro loop lined, two daisy chains for […]
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2026-03-20 17:00:00 UTC

TacJobs – Tomahawk Performance Seeks Commercial & Government Sales Manager
LOCATION: Nashville, TN (Hybrid) POSITION TYPE: Full Time Tomahawk Performance is seeking a Commercial & Government Sales Manager to lead sales strategy across commercial and government sectors. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in technical apparel along with hands?on experience navigating MIL?GOV?LE procurement environments. This role will shape market expansion, build critical partnerships, and […]
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2026-03-20 16:00:00 UTC

Dunnagan Global Armor Strategies, LLC Is Open For Business
Dunnagan Global Armor Strategies, LLC is proud to announce its official launch. We are a defense-market advisory firm focused on the global commercialization of advanced armor and personal protection technologies. Our work centers on helping innovators expand into international defense markets through targeted sales strategy, market development, and competitive positioning across allied nations. We partner […]
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2026-03-20 13:00:00 UTC

From Silk to Systems — How a 19th Century Textile Mill Became a Global Leader in Modern Protection
What do silk threads and next-generation combat helmets have in common? The answer starts in 1894, inside a small Pennsylvania silk mill that would eventually become one of the most influential protective equipment manufacturers in the world. Gentex Corporation began as the Klots Throwing Company, producing silk fibers for different use cases. After a devastating […]
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2026-03-20 10:00:00 UTC

FirstSpear Friday Focus: General Purpose Pockets: Small, Medium, & Large
FirstSpear’s SMALL, MEDIUM, & LARGE GENERAL PURPOSE POCKETS deliver durable, mission-ready storage designed to organize essential equipment without adding unnecessary bulk. Available in three sizes, these pouches provide scalable capacity to support a wide range of operational requirements. Each pocket integrates seamlessly using FirstSpear’s 6/9 and 6/12 attachment technologies for secure mounting on plate carriers, chest […]
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2026-03-20 00:00:00 UTC

Senior Special Warfare Leaders Highlight Community’s Capabilities, Define Its Challenges
The principal civilian advisor to the U.S. secretary of war for all matters related to special operations forces and the most senior military SOF leader provided testimony at a House Armed Services Committee hearing on Capitol Hill today on the SOF community’s capabilities and challenges it faces ahead. During the hearing, Derrick M. Anderson, assistant […]
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2026-03-19 22:00:00 UTC

DroneShield Expands Radar Interoperability with Robin Radar Systems
Sydney, Australia – 18 March 2026 – DroneShield (ASX:DRO), a global leader in counter-drone technology, today announced a partnership with Robin Radar Systems, strengthening advanced radar technologies to DroneShield’s growing sensor ecosystem. The interoperability expands radar options available to customers, strengthening layered airspace awareness across defense, critical infrastructure, and public safety environments. Robin Radar Systems […]
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2026-03-19 19:20:44 UTC

Defence Investment Agency Awards Contract to Replace Current Canadian Armed Forces assault rifles
March 19, 2026 – Kitchener, Ontario The Government of Canada is committed to rebuilding, rearming and reinvesting in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) to ensure they receive the equipment they need to achieve mission success and protect Canadians. Today, the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), and the Minister of National […]
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2026-03-19 18:00:00 UTC

America’s Most Advanced Mobile Tactical Cannon, SIGMA, on Display at AUSA Global Force in Huntsville, Alabama
The ONLY fielded, wheeled howitzer, made in the U.S.A. that delivers revolutionary 360-degree firing, mobility, lethality, and survivability FORT WORTH, TEXAS – March 18, 2026?– SIGMA, Elbit Systems of America’s (Elbit America) fielded offering for the United States Army’s Self-Propelled Howitzer Modernization program will be on rare display at the AUSA Global Force Symposium and Exhibition in Huntsville, Alabama, March 24-26, 2026. Built in Charleston, South Carolina, SIGMA stands alone […]
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2026-03-19 16:00:00 UTC

Icon Defense Unveils Monolithic Upper Receiver Systems After a Year of Anticipation
The Monolithic platform sets a new industry benchmark with its advanced one-piece construction, delivering unmatched rigidity and precision alignment for modern rifle builders. (Tumwater, WA] — [March 20, 2026) – Icon Defense today announced the official release of its highly anticipated Monolithic Upper Receiver Systems, first unveiled at SHOT Show 2025. Engineered for performance-driven shooters and […]
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2026-03-19 13:00:00 UTC

Back “Guardians of Neutrality – Swiss Rifles Through the Ages” Now
Now available on Kickstarter, Safran Publishing’s latest book “Guardians of Neutrality – Swiss Rifles Through the Ages” offers a deep dive into the evolution of Swiss military rifles, spanning over a century of innovation, precision, and craftsmanship. Author Thomas Anderson promises around 550 pages of the history of Swiss rifles from 1860 to 1990 through […]
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2026-03-19 10:00:00 UTC

Marines Can Use Red Dot Optic Equipped M18 Pistols for Qualification
According to a released recently MARDMIN (104/26) message, Marines are authorized to use unit funded, Using Unit Responsibility Item, M17 Romeo (sic) red dot optic, National Stock Number 1240-01-713-9795 for Combat Pistol Program (CPP) qualifications with the M18 Modular Handgun System (MHS). Manufactured by SIG Electro-Optics, the ROMEO-M17 was assigned its NSN and added to […]
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2026-03-19 00:01:00 UTC

A Legacy Cemented: 91st Civil Affairs’ Fox Company Stands Down
FORT BRAGG, N.C. – With a final roll in front of family, friends and alumni, the guidon of Fox Company, 91st Civil Affairs Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne), was cased on March 6. This marked the formal inactivation of a unit whose work was pivotal to U.S. Army missions across Africa, the Middle East […]
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2026-03-18 22:00:00 UTC

Orbit Unveils MPT40: A New Standard for Compact, High-Performance, Combat Ready SATCOM
Multi-platform terminal designed for vehicles, small vessels and manoeuvring forces, combining minimal footprint, high performance and cost efficiency SATELLITE 2026, March 23-26, Walter E. Washington Convention Center // Washington, DC, booth #1925 March 17, 2026 Orbit Communication Systems Ltd., a leading provider of airborne communications management systems, broadband land, maritime and airborne SATCOM terminals, and […]
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2026-03-18 20:00:00 UTC

University of Nebraska’s NSRI Awarded $500 million Contract to Accelerate Warfighter-Ready Solutions
IDIQ contract continues NSRI, USSTRATCOM trusted partnership for deterrence, defense R&D OMAHA, Neb., March 17, 2026 — The National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) at the University of Nebraska (NU) has received a $500 million indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract from U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) to deliver innovative research and development solutions that keep U.S. […]
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2026-03-18 18:00:00 UTC

Rheinmetall Nordic Mortar Day: Rheinmetall Presents the Capabilities of the Next Generation of European Mortars
Rheinmetall has once again demonstrated its expertise in the future of indirect fire weapon systems. In winter 2026, its subsidiary Rheinmetall Nordic hosted the Rheinmetall Nordic Mortar Day. In front of high-ranking representatives of armed forces, authorities and industry partners from Norway, Sweden, Finland, the Netherlands and Germany, the company presented the latest generation of […]
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2026-03-18 16:00:00 UTC

High Speed Gear Awarded United States Army Contract to Manufacture Advanced Drone Pouches
SWANSBORO, NC – March 17, 2026, High Speed Gear, a leader in American-made tactical load-carrying solutions, proudly announces it has been awarded a contract by the United States Army to produce specialized drone pouches designed to support modern unmanned aerial system (UAS) operations. This contract comes as the Army accelerates the transition of frontline-inspired innovations […]
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2026-03-18 13:00:00 UTC

US Marine Corps Seeks Multispectral Camouflage Overgarments
In a recent Sources Sought Notice, Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC), Program Manager Combat Support Systems (PM CSS), Product Manager Combat Service Support Equipment (PdM CSSE) reached out to industry to identify potential vendors capable of developing a Multispectral Camouflage Overgarment (MCO). This photo of the Noble booth was taken during last year’s AUSA Annual […]
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2026-03-18 10:00:00 UTC

US Army Seeking COTS Direct View Optics, Aiming Lasers, and Mounting Hardware for NGSW
“The US Army Contracting Command – New Jersey (ACC-NJ), on behalf of Project Manager Soldier Lethality (PM SL), located at Picatinny Arsenal, NJ, is conducting a market survey for direct view optics and aiming lasers for use on shoulder fired weapon systems (i.e. rifles, carbines and automatic rifles) within the Close Combat Force.” That’s how […]
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2026-03-18 00:00:00 UTC

Soldiers Assist Air Force Squadron With Drone Warfare Training
More than 200 airmen training with the Air Force’s 368th Training Squadron spent Feb. 27 at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, learning about unmanned aerial systems during an exercise designed to cultivate Air Force airmindedness and the warrior ethos. The training squadron, based at Fort Leonard Wood, provides initial skills and advanced level training in the […]
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2026-03-17 22:00:00 UTC

SpiderOak Selected by the Program Office for US Army Unmanned Aircraft Systems (PMO UAS) to Support Drone Dominance Program
Blue UAS Recognized Assessor to deliver supply chain and cybersecurity evaluations for participating UAS vendors RESTON, VA, March 3, 2026 – SpiderOak, a leader in zero-trust cybersecurity solutions and services for space, aerospace, and defense, announced today that it has been awarded a contract by the Program Office for U.S. Army Unmanned Aircraft Systems (PMO […]
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2026-03-17 20:00:00 UTC

US Army Contracts Elbit America for Rotorcraft Heads Up Displays
Air Warrior HUDs improve aircrew situational awareness, safety, and survivability in flight FORT WORTH, TEXAS – March 16, 2026 – Elbit Systems of America (Elbit America) was recently awarded a $49.9 million Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity contract from the Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama to produce Heads Up Displays (HUDs) as part of the United States […]
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2026-03-17 18:00:00 UTC

Army Forges Partnership with Pennsylvania Companies to Create Next Generation Small Arms Gun Barrel
PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. – Army armament engineers here partnered with a pair of Pennsylvania companies, one with alloy expertise and the other with forging metals, to deliver a capable barrel for the Army’s next generation of small arms. Carpenter Technology developed the alloy and Geissele Automatics (also known as GWYNEDD) developed the production techniques for […]
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2026-03-17 16:00:00 UTC

TacJobs – Sales Representative/Account Manager at Hesco Armor
Full Time Remote Location, TX, US Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually Position Summary: The Sales Representative is responsible for driving growth with their assigned customer accounts and expanding our market in their assigned territory. Company Background: Hesco Armor, Inc. (HAI) is a long-time manufacturer of Hard Armor Plates for personal ballistic protection from rifle and pistol […]
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2026-03-17 15:00:00 UTC

ZeroTech Optics Laucnhes Vengeance 1-4x24SFP LPVO
NASHVILLE, TN – ZeroTech Optics is expanding its trusted Vengeance lineup with the launch of the Vengeance 1-4×24 SFP LPVO RAR Illuminated FDE and the Vengeance 1-4×24 SFP LPVO RAR MOA, versatile low power variable optics designed to deliver fast target acquisition at close range while maintaining the precision needed for mid-distance engagements. Built for […]
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2026-03-17 14:00:00 UTC

US Army Files Trademark Application for M8 Carbine
In late January the US Army filed a trademark application with the US Patent and Trademark Office for the term “M8” for all categories of firearms. As SSD revealed yesterday, the US Army issued an experimental type classification of XM8 to the Carbine version of the M7 Rifle. The XM8 Carbine has been making the […]
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2026-03-17 13:00:00 UTC

SureFires Appoints Andrew Wright as Director of Marketing
I’m very pleased to congratulate Andrew Wright on his recent appointment as Director of Marketing by SureFire Founder Dr John Matthews. Andrew has been with the company since 2011, stating out as a Technical Support Representative and has risen through the ranks, attaining progressively more responsible positions over the years. Many of us have worked […]
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2026-03-17 10:00:00 UTC

FirstSpear and Recon K9 Enter Exclusive Licensing Agreement
FENTON, Mo. (March 16, 2026) – FirstSpear®, the industry leader in load-bearing technology and personal protective equipment, has entered into an exclusive, ten-year license with Recon K9® LLC (“Recon K9”). Under this agreement, FirstSpear will assume responsibility for the sales, marketing, manufacturing, distribution, and logistics of the Recon K9 brand, effectively integrating Recon K9’s operations […]
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2026-03-17 01:00:00 UTC

Modernizing Air Force TACP Ground Evaluations
FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. — Air Force tactical air control party (TACP) operators from the 19th Air Support Operations Squadron underwent a comprehensive mission evaluation in January, utilizing advanced electronic warfare and autonomous drone technology to validate new ground combat standards. The evaluation, which became a requirement for Air Force Special Warfare TACP units roughly two […]
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2026-03-16 22:00:00 UTC

Orqa Signs Teaming Agreement with Red River Army Depot to Boost UAS Manufacturing
OSIJEK, Croatia, March 16, 2026 — Orqa has entered into a groundbreaking teaming agreement with Red River Army Depot in Texarkana, Texas, representing a significant step in advancing the U.S. Army’s rapidly expanding organic small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) manufacturing capacity. The agreement also strengthens Orqa’s recently announced Global Manufacturing Program. This agreement builds on Orqa’s longstanding […]
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2026-03-16 20:00:00 UTC

GameStrat Exhibiting at ILEETA conference in St Louis, March 16-18
GameStrat is excited to announce that it will be exhibiting at the upcoming ILEETA conference in St Louis, MO March 16-18. Founded in 2016, GameStrat initially focused on developing video capture and instant replay systems for sports team coaching staffs. Following a successful market launch and adoption by over 1,500 sports teams in US and […]
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2026-03-16 18:00:00 UTC

Three Polaris Vehicles Participate in U.S. Army’s xTech|Edge Strike: Ground Competition
Minneapolis – March 13, 2026 – Three different autonomy companies selected off-road vehicles from Polaris Government and Defense as they participated in the U.S. Army’s xTech|Edge Strike: Ground competition in Vilseck, Germany March 3-13. Autonomy partners Dataspeed, Inc, Forterra and Overland AI competed in the Uncrewed, Automated, Modular Ground Platforms category with off-road commercial and military vehicles […]
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2026-03-16 16:00:00 UTC

TacJobs – Positions with Colt
American icon Colt is currently seeking to fill several positions. Click on the position name for additional details and to apply. Product Manager – Military and Law Enforcement Test Engineer I Director of Project Management Junior Manufacturing Analyst All positions are in West Hartford, Connecticut.
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2026-03-16 14:24:33 UTC

US Army Designates Carbine Version of M7 NGSW Rifle as XM8
Last month, the US Army designated the XM8 and issued a national stock number: NSN 1005-01-737-3402. Featuring an 10″ barrel, the XM8 (bottom carbine) weighs 7.3 lbs versus the 8.3 lbs of the M7 carbine with 13.5″ barrel (top rifle). These weights are weapon only and do not include suppressor and optic. Developed by SIG […]
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2026-03-16 13:00:00 UTC

BFG Monday: Ranger Green vs. OD Green – What’s the Difference?
While there are many shades of green that occupy the military space (Foliage Green, Sage Green, and Army Green to name a few), Ranger Green and OD Green seem to be the most sought after and widely recognized. These two greens look similar, with muted tones that pair well with a variety of colors like […]
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2026-03-16 10:00:00 UTC

FirstSpear Introduces Vanguard Program with Prime Hall
FENTON, Mo. (March 13, 2026) – FirstSpear®, the industry leader in load-bearing technology and personal protective equipment, announced the launch of its Vanguard Program, a strategic initiative designed to formalize the feedback loop between the engineering lab and the operational field. Coinciding with this launch, FirstSpear has named former Marine Raider and water survival expert […]
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2026-03-16 00:00:00 UTC

US Army Activates CPE Mission Autonomy
FORT BELVOIR, Va. – Last month the Army officially activated the Capability Program Executive Office for Mission Autonomy, in a ceremony at the U.S. Army National Museum. Presiding over the ceremony was the Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Maneuver Air, Maj. Gen. Clair Gill. Gill kicked off the event by remarking on the newly established CPE […]
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2026-03-15 17:00:00 UTC

Laser Cut Letter Packs
Laser cut letter packs, velcro backed and made from genuine CORDURA, available on multiple colors and patterns from tacticalgearjunkie.com.
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2026-03-15 10:00:00 UTC

Developing Autonomous Foreign Language Learners
Since 2022, an Air Force mentorship initiative has been quietly revolutionizing how Airmen linguists transition from the foreign language classroom to fully operational linguists. By focusing on autonomous learning, the 517th Training Group at the Presidio of Monterey, California, has implemented a Global Language Mentorship program that has successfully narrowed a long-standing gap in the […]
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2026-03-15 00:00:00 UTC

Delivering The Future: JPADS And The Contested Battlefield
The nature of warfare is in constant flux, and with it, the demands on military logistics. As the U.S. Army shifts its focus toward Large-Scale Combat Operations (LSCO) and confronts the challenges of Anti-Access/Aerial Denial (A2/AD) environments, the ability to sustain dispersed forces becomes a principal concern. The Joint Precision Airdrop System (JPADS) has emerged […]
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2026-03-14 17:00:00 UTC

Tiberius Aerospace Welcomes Rob Murray to Advisory Board
Tiberius Aerospace, a modern defence technology company built to empower the UK, US and their global allies with next-generation weapon systems and AI-powered solutions, today announced the appointment of Rob Murray, Chief Executive Officer of the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB) Development Group and a leading architect of NATO’s defence innovation ecosystem, to its […]
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2026-03-14 09:30:00 UTC

Blast From The Past – The Mojave Travel Shirt from Beyond Clothing
We are reach by way back into the SSD archives for this one. In May of 2010 we first wrote about a “Travel Shirt” whipped up by Beyond Clothing founder Scott Jones in 2009. This “Travel Shirt” was originally a one-off that he made for himself. It is a waist length design with mandarin collar, […]
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2026-03-14 00:01:00 UTC

Army’s Combined Arms Command to Integrate Maven C2 Smart System into Training and Education
FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kan.– Leaders at the Combined Arms Command are integrating the use of the Maven Smart System, an artificial intelligence tool, to modernize training and education for command-and-control operations. Initial efforts are underway, led by staff from the Mission Command Center of Excellence, instructors with the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, and […]
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2026-03-13 18:00:00 UTC

TacJobs – GSOF Seeks Event Operations Coordinator
Global SOF Foundation Seeks an Event Operations Coordinator. The Event Operations Coordinator reports to the Senior Director of Events and executes a variety of internal operational and administrative functions to support the Events Team. S/he is responsible for exhibitor and sponsor customer service and engagement at the GSOF Indo-Pacific Irregular Warfare Symposium (IPIW) and Modern […]
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2026-03-13 16:00:00 UTC

Tekto Knives – A3 Delta Mini
The new A3 Delta Mini from Tekto Knives is a more compact version of their popular A3 Delta automatic opener. It features a Drop Point Titanium-Coated D2 Steel blade and G10 scales. To actuate, there’s a button lock with a safety switch. It also incorporates a an ambi pocket clip and something I think is […]
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2026-03-13 13:00:00 UTC

Mehler Systems Presents Coordinated Group Portfolio at Enforce Tac 2026
FULDA, GERMANY (6 March 2026) From 23–25 February 2026, Mehler Systems exhibited at Enforce Tac in Nuremberg, presenting coordinated solutions from its brands Mehler Protection, Lindnerhof, and UF PRO at Hall 7A, Booth 333. Within its personal protection portfolio, Mehler Protection introduced the Omega Jaw, the first mandible guard engineered to defeat AK-type rifle threats […]
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2026-03-13 09:15:00 UTC

FirstSpear Friday Focus: HOODLUM HOODIE – ACM MID 400
The FirstSpear HOODLUM HOODIE™ – ACM™ MID 400 is built from ACM-MID 400, a dual-layer knit designed for performance in demanding environments. The interior layer is 100% polyester and pulls moisture away from the skin, while the exterior layer is 100% merino wool that absorbs and disperses that moisture. This system helps regulate temperature and keep you […]
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2026-03-13 00:00:00 UTC

JIATF-401 Hosts Industry Day to Strengthen c-sUAS Partnerships
WASHINGTON — The Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401) hosted an Industry Day, bringing together representatives from industry and government partners to discuss collaboration and accelerate the development of counter-small Unmanned Aerial Systems (c-sUAS) capabilities at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center, Alexandria, Va., on March 5, 2026. The event provided a forum for JIATF-401 leadership […]
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2026-03-12 20:00:00 UTC

Harnessing AI for the Future: Army Unveils Project ARIA
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Army today announced the launch of Project ARIA, or Army Rapid Implementation of Artificial Intelligence, an Army initiative that harnesses AI to modernize Army operations and empower Soldiers. Project ARIA addresses critical Army challenges by partnering with leading technology companies to develop practical AI solutions that deliver real results for warfighters. […]
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2026-03-12 18:00:00 UTC

UK Ministry of Defence Selects Persistent Systems’ Wave Relay MANET for Project CAIN Modernization
Multi-million dollar contract signals the growing proliferation of MPU5 devices deployed across world NEW YORK, New York — March 10, 2026 — Persistent Systems, LLC (“Persistent”), a global leader in secure mobile ad hoc networking (MANET) technology, announced that the UK Ministry of Defence has selected the Wave Relay® MANET, including the MPU5 tactical communication […]
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2026-03-12 17:00:00 UTC

The $1 Pack Pattern Download
Interested in a DIY project? Then this pack pattern is perfect for you. Meet the (almost) free $1.00 download Whiskey Two-Four Backpack 36 Developer’s Pattern. Whiskey Two Four Backpack 36 Developer’s Pattern. Approx 11″ x 20″ main compartment. Volume will be determined by your chosen depth. This is a PDF vector drawing. It is your […]
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2026-03-12 16:00:00 UTC

iRocket Completes Successful iRX-100 Missile Test with Arnold Defense Launcher
Successful integration test of iRX-100 missile with Arnold Defense launcher Missile reached Mach 2 and ~6 km range during flight demonstration Programme targets scalable counter-UAS capability compatible with existing launch platforms (HAPPUAGE, NY, March 10, 2026) — iRocket announced today the successful completion of the iRX-100 test using a launcher provided by Arnold Defense. The […]
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2026-03-12 14:00:00 UTC

Whiskey & War Stories – “Objective Rock Creek” – This Weekend in Va Beach
The Silent Warrior Foundation will be holding its 10th Annual Whiskey & War Stories™ Gala Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 5-10 pm in the Seaside Ballroom at the Marriot Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort. The event consists of a cocktail hour, dinner, auction and presentation of the hostage rescue mission “Objective Rock Creek”, the rescue of […]
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2026-03-12 12:00:00 UTC

Reptilia Releases ROF-90 for ACRO / MPS (36mm) and Introduces 6-Slot RMU Mount in Flat Dark Earth
Reptilia has announced the release of the ROF™-90 for ACRO / MPS (36mm) alongside the introduction of the 6-Slot RMU™ Mount in Flat Dark Earth (FDE), expanding the company’s lineup of precision optic mounting solutions. The ROF-90 is a purpose-built mounting interface designed to integrate a compact red dot directly into a magnified optic setup. […]
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2026-03-12 10:00:00 UTC

Oak Grove Technologies Awarded JIOP Commercial Range Services BPA at Fort Bragg
Five-year agreement will provide JIOP with commercial range services at the Oak Grove Test & Training Center in Hoffman, NC. RALEIGH, N.C., March 10, 2026 — Oak Grove Technologies (OGT) today announces it has been awarded a five-year contract by the Lieutenant General Gavin Joint Innovation Outpost (JIOP) for the use of their multi-domain Test & […]
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2026-03-12 00:00:00 UTC

2nd Cavalry Regiment Advances Army Transformation Through Innovation and Experimentation
WASHINGTON — Leaders from the 2nd Cavalry Regiment (2CR) presented the story of America’s only permanently stationed Stryker brigade in Europe during an event at the Pentagon, Arlington, Va., on March 6, 2026. This event was part of the Army Current Operations Engagement Tour (ACOET), where 2CR leaders emphasized how the brigade is evolving to […]
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2026-03-11 22:00:00 UTC

Hidden Wounds Receives $50,000 Donation from Philip Morris International U.S. to Expand Rapid Mental-Health Stabilization for Veterans
Funding supports lifesaving crisis stabilization, suicide prevention, peer support, and essential services for South Carolina’s at-risk veterans SUMTER, S.C., March 9, 2026 — Hidden Wounds, a South Carolina-based nonprofit providing immediate mental-health stabilization and long-term support for veterans, today announced a $50,000 donation from Philip Morris International’s U.S. businesses (PMI U.S.). The funding comes at a […]
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2026-03-11 20:00:00 UTC

ZeroTech Introduces the Thrive HD Micro Prism 1x in FDE
Nashville, TN — ZeroTech Optics proudly announces the launch of the Thrive HD Micro Prism 1x in FDE, a compact prism optic engineered for rapid target acquisition, rugged durability, and refined aiming precision. Designed to combine the speed of a red dot with the precision advantages of a prism optic, the new Micro Prism delivers […]
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2026-03-11 18:00:00 UTC

In Honor of 0311 Day – The MARPAT Woodland FLATPACK X from Haley Strategic
On honor of 0311 Day (it’s March 11th as in 3/11 and 0311 is the Infantry MOS in the Marines), Haley Strategic Partners has released a limited edition version of their FLATPACK X in Woodland MARPAT. Features: X-Pac® Shell – Constructed from Dimension-Polyant X-Pac laminate for superior tensile strength, weatherproofing, and zero weight penalty. Redesigned […]
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2026-03-11 16:00:00 UTC

Army Approves M111, First New Lethal Hand Grenade Since 1968
PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. — The U.S. Army has cleared the M111 Offensive Hand Grenade for full material release. Developed by the Capabilities Program Executive Ammunition and Energetics, CPE A&E, in conjunction with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Armaments Center at Picatinny Arsenal, the M111 OHG will replace the obsolete body and fuze of […]
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2026-03-11 13:00:00 UTC

From IEDs to Drones – What the Dismounted Soldier Needs to Weather the Storm
STORM 2 – C-UAS system for the dismounted soldier At the turn of the century, remotely controlled IEDs littered routes and roadsides throughout Iraq and Afghanistan. These asymmetric and indiscriminate weapons exacted a devastating cost in human lives and, despite only costing hundreds of dollars to make, were capable of destroying military equipment worth millions. […]
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2026-03-11 09:30:00 UTC

B.E. Meyers & Co Awarded Contract to Deliver MAWL-X1 and DAGIR-V1 Systems in Support of US Army Night Lethality
February 3rd, 2026 (Redmond, WA) – B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. is honored to have been awarded multiple contracts to support US Army Night Operations Lethality upgrades, both in FY2025 and for FY2026. B.E. Meyers & Co. was selected to deliver MAWL-X1 systems via PM Lethality to multiple US Army units in FY2025, completing delivery […]
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2026-03-11 00:00:00 UTC

Beneath Norway’s Mountains
NORWAY — The ability to rapidly mobilize forces has shaped the outcomes of conflicts since the very beginning. During the opening stages of World War I, Germany’s war plans assumed that Russia would require months to mobilize its military. Instead, Russia mobilized faster than expected, forcing Germany to divert troops, weakening its advance against France […]
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2026-03-10 22:00:00 UTC

Isembard Raises $50m Series A to Open 25 AI-Powered Factories Serving Aerospace and Defense
Company manufactures components for aerospace, defense and robotics in factories powered by MasonOS, its proprietary agentic AI platform Round led by Union Square Ventures Supports 2026 growth from 6 to 25 factories in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France and Ukraine Dallas and London | March 9th, 2026 — Isembard today announces that it has raised […]
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2025-12-12 01:00:00 UTC

101st Airborne Division Takes Flight with 3D Printed Drones
FORT CAMPBELL, Ky – Turning another page in the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) journey within the Army’s transformation and its emerging technologies, the Division now has plans underway to revolutionize military drone creation in preparation for their upcoming division training exercise – Operation Lethal Eagle. The Division began 3D manufacturing of small-unmanned aircraft systems […]
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2025-10-20 00:00:30 UTC

GA-ASI Selected to Support US Navy CCA Design Effort
SAN DIEGO – 17 October 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has been contracted by the U.S. Navy to develop conceptual designs for a Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) to support the carrier air wing of tomorrow. GA-ASI was selected to work on Navy CCA designs emphasizing a modular approach to platform selection, capable […]
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2025-10-19 00:00:00 UTC

Kopin and THEON International Advance Alliance Following Regulatory Approval of $15M Agreement & Additional $8M Joint Development
Kopin gains significant access to the European and NATO defense market Accelerates development of critical technologies Further strengthens Kopin’s balance sheet Fixed conversion price of $3.00 per share on $7 million convertible preferred stock issuance WESTBOROUGH, Mass. – Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) a leading provider of application-specific optical systems and high-performance microdisplays for defense, training, […]
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2025-10-18 00:00:00 UTC

The Janus Program: Fueling the Army’s Future with Resilient, On-Demand Nuclear Energy
WASHINGTON — The Army highlighted its commitment to innovation, readiness and partnership during the Association of the United States Army’s Annual Meeting and Exposition October 14. Secretary of the Army the Honorable Dan Driscoll announced the launch of The Janus Program, a next-generation nuclear power program designed to provide resilient, secure and reliable energy, strengthening […]
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2025-10-01 22:00:00 UTC

Major Order from the USA: Rheinmetall to Supply Artillery Ammunition to Eastern European Customer – Total Worth €444 Million
Rheinmetall has been commissioned to supply ammunition to an Eastern European customer. As a subcontractor to Global Military Products, a company commissioned by the US government, Rheinmetall Expal Munitions will supply 155 mm M107 projectiles with M4A2 propellant charges and 105 mm M1 projectiles to the customer. The total value of the contract is around […]
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2025-10-01 00:01:00 UTC

Army’s 1st Cavalry Division Conducts First Switchblade 600 Live-Fire Exercise
As part of Pegasus Charge, 1st Cavalry Division’s effort in support of the Army’s “Transforming in Contact” initiative to modernize armored formations, soldiers assigned to the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, conducted Fort Hood’s first live-fire exercise of the Switchblade 600 Loitering Munition System, Sept. 15. The Switchblade 600 — a tube-launched, […]
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2025-09-11 21:20:40 UTC

9/11 Memorial – As It Happened – 1720
Later that day, at 1720 – 7 World Trade Center, a 47-story building, collapses.
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2025-06-21 00:00:00 UTC

WRANGB Hosts Arrival Ceremony for OA-1K Skyraider II
WILL ROGERS AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, Okla. — The 137th Special Operations Wing held a welcome ceremony for the arrival of OA-1K Skyraider II aircraft to Will Rogers Air National Guard Base, June 07, 2025, Oklahoma City. The Skyraider II is a cost-effective, versatile aircraft that will provide essential support for operations outlined in the […]
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2024-10-03 00:00:00 UTC

EDGE of Innovation: EDGE 24 Concludes at U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground
The Army Futures Command’s (AFC) Future Vertical Lift (FVL) Cross-Functional Team (CFT)’s 2024 iteration of the Experimental Demonstration Gateway Event (EDGE) concluded earlier this week after three weeks of experimentation. EDGE 24 was deliberately smaller in scale than previous iterations of the event and focused on autonomous collaborative behaviors of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), launched […]
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2024-10-02 09:00:00 UTC

Wilcox Industries – US Army’s Grenadier Sighting System
The Grenadier Sighting System for the M320A1 Grenade Launcher Module is one of the most successful programs of the past few years and one of the least publicized. Assigned NSN: 1010-01-686-8798, GSS provides the capability to accurately engage targets day and night with the M320 GLM. The GSS features include a reflex optical sight with […]
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2024-09-28 00:00:00 UTC

USAF Units of Action: Combat Wings, Air Base Wings, Institutional Wings Defined
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — The Department of the Air Force implementation of a new construct that will evolve wings into cohesive Units of Action by separating into Combat Wings, Air Base Wings and Institutional Wings will be a phased approach, starting no later than the summer of 2025. The new concept will create several organizations […]
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2024-09-26 00:00:00 UTC

Army Announces Small Multipurpose Equipment Transport Inc. II Contract Awards
Detroit Arsenal, Mich. (Sept. 24, 2024) — The Army announced the award of two Other Transaction Authority Engineering and Manufacturing Design contracts today to American Rheinmetall Vehicles, LLC, and HDT Expeditionary Systems, Inc., totaling a combined $22 million to provide eight prototypes each of the Small Multipurpose Equipment Transport Increment II. American Rheinmetall Vehicles’ S-MET Inc. […]
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2024-09-21 00:00:00 UTC

Department of Defense Announces Latest Efforts to Improve Quality of Life for Service Members
WASHINGTON — The Defense Department today announced a new series of initiatives aimed at improving the welfare and well-being of service members and their families. In a memorandum published today, titled “Our Enduring Duty to America’s Service Members and Their Families,” Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III announced a new set of initiatives which […]
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2024-09-20 00:00:00 UTC

US Army Awards Key Contracts to Further Enhance 155mm Artillery Production Capacity and Army Modernization Priorities
PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. — The U.S. Army’s Joint Program Executive Office for Armaments and Ammunition (JPEO A&A) and U.S. Army Contracting Command – New Jersey (ACC-NJ) awarded several contracts worth more than $961 million to enhance the production of critical 155mm artillery components. These awards are set to increase production capacity significantly and provide the […]
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2024-09-19 00:00:00 UTC

Marine Officers Gain Access to Maternity Uniforms with East Coast Expansion
Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. — Although Marines have never defined themselves by their equipment, maintaining readiness in any clime and place—from the icy reaches of the Arctic to the steamy jungles of the Indo-Pacific—means ensuring that all Marines, whether on the frontlines or providing critical support from behind the scenes, are equipped with the […]
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2024-09-14 00:00:00 UTC

Saber Junction Jumpstarts in German Countryside
HOHENFELS, Germany — Over 500 U.S. Army paratroopers jumped from multiple aircrafts as part of a training exercise involving airborne operations in Eglsee, Germany on Sept. 4, 2024, kicking off Saber Junction. More than 4,500 military personnel from 11 countries are participating in Saber Junction, an annual training exercise at the U.S. Army’s Joint Multinational […]
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2024-09-12 04:00:00 UTC

Ascent AeroSystems Exhibits Full Line of Coaxial UAVs at Land Forces 2024
– Blue sUAS-approved, RemoteID-compliant UAVs are proven performers for mission-critical operations. – Ascent Spirit and NX30 aircraft are fielded with DoD, DHS, DOJ, and Allied forces. – Aircraft-grade UAS/UAVs produced at scale in Torrance, CA Wilmington, MA – September 10, 2024 – Ascent AeroSystems, the world’s leading manufacturer of compact, high-performance, coaxial unmanned aerial vehicle […]
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2024-09-10 00:00:00 UTC

11th Airborne Division Executes Historic Joint Operation During Super Garuda Shield 2024
INDONESIA — The tropical sun bore down on the assembled forces, a stark contrast to the frigid Arctic conditions the 11th Airborne Division is accustomed to. But for these Soldiers, trained in the harshest climates, the challenge of adapting to the steamy jungles of Indonesia was just another testament to their versatility and readiness. As […]
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2024-09-06 00:07:03 UTC

Navy’s First Contracted Robotics Warfare Specialist
PHOENIX – Future Sailor (FS) Karla Torres-Casillas became the Navy’s first contracted Robotics Warfare (RW) Specialist after enlisting in the Navy at Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) Phoenix, Aug. 27, 2024. The RW rating became available for active-duty contracts on Aug. 27, 2024. “I came here not sure of what job I wanted or qualified […]
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2024-09-03 00:00:00 UTC

Army Begins Cognitive Testing at Initial Entry Training
WASHINGTON — The Army has begun baseline cognitive assessments during Initial Entry Training, and all services will follow in the coming months, officials say. The Army is taking a multipronged approach to reduce brain health risks, including improved awareness through a Force Health Protection Information Campaign; expanded brain health monitoring; identification of blast overpressure protective […]
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2024-09-02 00:00:00 UTC

101st Airborne Division Conducts Historic Air Assault Mission
FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. –On Aug. 28, 2024, more than 3000 Soldiers assigned to the 2nd Mobile Brigade Combat Team “STRIKE”, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) finished their second rotation to the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) in eight months. However, the beginning of the exercise was transformative and historic. The 2MBCT conducted a “large-scale, long-range” […]
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2024-08-31 00:00:00 UTC

USAMMDA Commercial Partner Receives FDA Emergency Use Authorization for Plasma Powder
FORT DETRICK, Md. — A U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity commercial partner received Emergency Use Authorization from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the Department of Defense to use octaplasLG Powder — a potentially lifesaving treatment option for blood replacement therapies in certain operational circumstances. Notice of the EUA for this product was […]
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2024-08-30 00:00:00 UTC

Green Berets Use Disruptive Cyber Technology During Swift Response 2024
In 1991, U.S. Army Col. (ret) John Collins authored the special operations forces (SOF) truths. These five stanzas outline what it means to be a SOF soldier, and how the force must operate to be successful. Chief among those is truth number 1: “People are more important than hardware”. SOF capabilities have evolved considerably since […]
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2024-08-29 00:00:00 UTC

AFIMSC Introduces Combat Support Instructor Course to Increase Air Task Force Readiness
FORT BLISS, Texas (AFNS) — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Centeris developing a course designed to equip combat air base squadron leaders with the skills needed to teach and lead combat support warfighters through every phase of the Air Force Force Generation model. The new Combat Support Instructor Course was introduced at […]
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2024-08-24 00:00:00 UTC

Soldier Center Aerial Delivery Experts Retire After Decades of Invaluable Army Service
NATICK, Mass. – The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center, or DEVCOM SC, recently celebrated the remarkable careers and well-deserved retirements of two aerial delivery experts with a staggering 116 years of combined service to the Army and nation. Long-time colleagues, jump teammates, Army veterans, and close friends John Mahon and William (Bill) […]
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2024-08-23 19:00:00 UTC

Colt SCW Available from Arms Unlimited
Colt created a custom run of Sub Compact Weapon carbines for Arms Unlimited. Specifications: • Caliber: 5.56 NATO (.223 Caliber) • Length: 26 (retracted) / 29.5 inches (extended) • Weight: 6.2 pounds (weapon only) • Barrel: 10.3 inches, free float barrel • Rifling: 1 in 7 inches, right-hand twist, 6 grooves • Sights: Rear Folding […]
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2024-08-23 00:36:00 UTC

Command Post Exercise Ensures 10th Mountain Division Prepared for Operations
FORT DRUM, N.Y. — Clear and consistent communication is how the 10th Mountain Division (LI) maintains an advantage in combat, but it’s not a skill that comes without constant refinement and rehearsal of coordination strategies. Command Post Exercise 1D, held Aug. 12-16, 2024, on Fort Drum, is designed to address this domain and get Soldiers […]
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2024-08-15 20:00:00 UTC

Justin Melnick Hosts Charity Raffle Featuring SEAL TEAM TV Show Gear
Justin Melnick who portrayed Brock Reynolds on the show SEAL TEAM is raffling off some of his screen used gear and memorabilia to support several charities. MWDTSA supports Military Working Dog teams and Word of Honor Fund supports Gold Star kids from the Naval Special Warfare Community. Several pieces from this collections are rare, 1 […]
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2024-08-14 00:00:00 UTC

U.S. Marines with Littoral Craft Company Charlie complete the Colombian Fluvial Operations Course
Apartado, Colombia — U.S. Marines with Littoral Craft Company Charlie, 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, 4th Marine Division, graduated from the Colombian Fluvial Operations Course, at Centro Internacional Excelencia Avanzado Fluvial (CIEF), Aug. 2, 2024. Littoral Craft Company Charlie is the first group of U.S. service members to participate in the Colombian Fluvial Operations Course as […]
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2024-08-11 15:00:00 UTC

GiantMouse Announces the New ACE Bleecker
East Lansing, Michigan, August 8, 2024 – GiantMouse is proud to announce the latest edition to our ACE Line of unlimited knives. The Bleecker is GiantMouse’s refined take on the slim “gentleman’s” folder. This modern, sleek framelock captures the distinctive design ethos that our customers have come to expect from the Danish design team at […]
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2024-08-08 00:00:00 UTC

Development Ecosystem Lays Foundation for Delivering Combat-Effective, Agile, Adaptive Airpower at Scale
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) — Any future fight against a near-peer adversary will demand the U.S. Air Force deliver combat-effective, agile and adaptive airpower at scale. This will require Airmen who can make quality decisions at the speed necessary for competition and combat timelines, and developing future leaders who can do the same. […]
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2024-08-06 00:00:00 UTC

FLRAA Achieves Milestone B, Enters Next Phase of Development
REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. — The Army’s Future Vertical Lift program took a major step forward as the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft, or FLRAA, program entered the next major phase of development when the Army announced the approval of the FLRAA Milestone B Acquisition Decision Memorandum on August 2, 2024. The decision came after the […]
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2024-06-26 00:00:00 UTC

Multi-Capable Airman Training Program Launches at Holloman AFB
HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. (AFNS) — The 29th Aircraft Maintenance Unit launched a Multi-Capable Airmen training program in March of 2024. The program allows Airmen to train on the skills of crew chiefs, avionics and weapons troops, helping prepare Airmen for the broader scope of capabilities necessary to give the Air Force the […]
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