AV-14 Infantry FPV Goggle Introducing the AV-14 from Ascend ISR, the First American-Made FPV Goggle System. The Ascend ISR Systems AV-14 is a rugged, low-profile FPV monocular developed at the request of a U.S. Army Special Warfare Group seeking a combat-ready FPV solution that integrates directly into their equipment ecosystem. Designed for drone operators and…
This is where I provide some commentary on commentary and originally appeared in Soldier Systems Digest, Vol 5, Issue 26. The Pentagon knows its cyber force model is broken. Here’s how to fix it The authors of this article revive the argument for establishing a US Cyber Force. I agree, except that the designation of…
US Army Releases TC 3-20.31-040 Direct Fire Kill Chain The recently released TC 3-20.31-040 Direct Fire Kill Chain provides the standardized direct fire kill chain for crews, teams, squads, and small units. It provides coordinating principles for the actions of these entities that serve to establish cohesion through a common, standardized engagement process. The concepts…
250 Years of Army Uniforms with Beetle Bailey Who better to showcase 250 years of Army uniforms than the iconic Beetle Bailey? Since 1950, Beetle Bailey has brought laughs to generations of Soldiers and civilians alike. Take a look back at how this iconic character has evolved over the decades. Courtesy of US Army Beetle…
Saturday Night Feature: Special Operations Weatherman Documentary 1968 (USAF SOWT) This entry was posted on Sunday, July 6th, 2025 at 00:00 and is filed under AFSW, Air Force, History. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.
What is a Reconnaissance Operations Commander? This video by 2 Lt Mathieu Sly discusses the Reconnaissance Operations Commander course, one of the most challenging and rewarding training programs in the Canadian Army. This entry was posted on Saturday, July 5th, 2025 at 17:00 and is filed under Forces Focus, International, Training. You can follow any…
2025 Bull Simons Awardee – Bucky Burrus I wish this feature the from USSOCOM were longer, but it offers some great insight into an SF legend, LTC Bucky Burrus, a founding member of the Army SMU and a very well deserved recipient of the 2025 Bull Simon Award. This entry was posted on Saturday, July…
LULEA, Sweden (AFNS) — In the challenging terrain of northern Sweden, the 57th Rescue Squadron based out of Aviano, Italy and Swedish air force rangers based out of Ronneby, Sweden, collaborated to accomplish high-stakes personnel recovery training from March 30 through June 14. What began as planned participation in the Arctic Challenge Exercise transformed…
FirstSpear Friday Focus: Wetter Is Better V2 The WETTER IS BETTER V2 T-shirt is made for those who thrive in the mud, surf, and grind—not behind a desk. Constructed from a saltwater-approved cotton/poly blend, this shirt holds up against the elements while maintaining its soft, comfortable feel. The athletic cut ensures a dialed-in fit that stays true,…
Happy Independence Day Today I’d like to honor the 56 men who stood up and declared independence for this new nation. Of them, five were captured by the British and tortured as traitors, before dying. Twelve had their homes ransacked and burned. Two lost their sons in the revolutionary army, another had two sons captured.…