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This is How Ukraine Can Avoid a Stalemate
Ukraine faces the real possibility of a protracted stalemate – precisely the type of war that Russia was built for.

How Does Sweden Make NATO Stronger?
What could Sweden contribute to the alliance that would check future Russian expansion west?

You Can Buy This Rare Czech Tank That’s Fighting for Both Ukraine and Russia
Given Ukraine’s and Russia’s close ties during the Soviet era, it’s no surprise that the two nations use much of the same equipment — Western support notwithstanding. But a relative oddity has show...

Red Army to Dead Army – How Did the Russians Get so Bad at War?
From the mighty Soviet bear that kept countless NATO generals up at night during the Cold War, to today’s demoralized, poorly equipped, hollow shell with nuclear weapons, how did western military p...

A Military Spouse Filmmaker Passionate about Mental Health
I recently had the good fortune to sit down with an incredibly talented documentary filmmaker and military spouse, Nicole Amelio-Casper. We discussed her upcoming film (still in production), called...

Infographic – Veterans, Job Seeking & Job Satisfaction
As a byproduct of their military service, modern veterans have the stomach to take risks, the ability to deal with ambiguity, composure and creativity under extreme pressure
US Military Weapon System Database
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GAU-8/A Avenger 30mm cannon
3,900 rpm (variable)
Effective firing range 4,000 feet (1,220 m)
Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II
Close air support attack aircraft
Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM)
500 to 2,000 pounds (230 to 910 kg).