In the turbulent aftermath of decolonization, the Congo Crisis (1960–1965) emerged as one of the most volatile conflicts in post-colonial Africa. Among its many flashpoints, Operation Dragon Rouge stands out as a dramatic and controversial military intervention. Conducted on November 24, 1964, the operation was a joint Belgian-American mission to rescue hundreds of hostages held…
Nestled in the arid landscape of southern Arizona, slightly less than 25 miles south of Tucson, lies one of the most extraordinary relics of the Cold War era, the Titan Missile Museum. Officially known as Air Force Facility Missile Site 8, this site is the only preserved Titan II intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) complex open…
RIVERTON, Wyo. (November 13, 2025) – Kifaru, the leading creators of backcountry performance gear, announce the further expansion of its everyday carry line with the launch of the QRF Pack (Quick-React Fanny) – a compact solution designed for discrete daily use and rapid firearm deployment. Engineered for those who demand quick access and dependable performance, the QRF Pack…
Compact Power with Exceptional Clarity Richmond, VA. (November 7th, 2025) – German Precision Optics (GPO) proudly announces the release of the PASSION APO 16-48x65mm spotting scope. This high-performance compact spotting scope was designed and built for outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, birders, and those who demand premium performance without the unnecessary bulk. “Delivering professional-grade clarity in an ultra-portable…
2025 AFRC WEPTAC & MAG Exchange Cancelled The Air Force has cancelled the 2025 Reserve Component WEPTAC Conference but plans to reconvene in person during their normally scheduled meeting in October 2026. Consequently, the MAG Exchange event is also postponed until Fall of next year. Please update your schedules accordingly. This entry was posted on…
Allen-Vanguard Delivers More TURMOIL (RF Decoy) to a NATO Country Allen-Vanguard, the global leader in providing customised solutions and enabling technology across the Cyber and Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA) domain, has delivered more TURMOIL (their RF Decoy capability) to a NATO country. Due to the nature of the technology and its counter-EW role, Allen-Vanguard is unable…
Air Force Chief of Staff Approves Morale T-Shirts and Callsigns On Aircrew Nametags In a memorandum issued Monday, Gen Kenneth Wilsbach authorized the return of colored Morale T-Shirt for wear with utility uniforms on Fridays (at the discretion of the commander). Tied to unit heritage and esprit, this has been an on-again-off-again tradition over the…
Haysville, OH – HOP Munitions, a veteran-operated ammunition manufacturer based in Ohio, is proud to announce its new partnership with ARK Protection Group, a premier security and executive protection firm. Through this partnership, HOP Munitions will serve as ARK’s official ammunition provider for both training and operational requirements. Several key factors contributed to this collaboration,…
You’ve spent years building your collection and worked way too hard to let some ne’er-do-well gank it to feed his meth habit. If you’re considering investing in a gun safe to protect your property from light-fingered miscreants, here’s what to look for in the good, better, best categories, as understanding key features and price points…
Reptilia Releases 35MM ROF-90 for Trijicon RMR & SRO – Now Available in FDE HILLSBOROUGH, NC – November 13, 2025, Reptilia® is proud to announce the release of the 35MM ROF™-90 for Trijicon® RMR & SRO, now available in Flat Dark Earth (FDE). Designed for shooters who demand precision, speed, and reliability, the ROF-90 is…