The Battle of Mogadishu, which began on October 3, 1993, remains one of the most intense and consequential urban combat operations in modern U.S. military history. It unfolded in the heart of Somalia’s capital during a time of national collapse. Following the ousting of dictator Mohamed Siad Barre in 1991, Somalia descended into civil war,…
Press Release FORT MEADE, Md. (September 24, 2025)– The National Security Agency (NSA) is launching their annual series of critical real-world scenarios for U.S.-based academic institutions titled Codebreaker Challenge. In its 12th iteration for 2025, the Codebreaker Challenge gives students the opportunity to analyze high-risk situations closely resembling the Intelligence Community’s classified tasks, equipping them for national…
The U.S. Army Ranger Handbook, officially designated as TC 3-21.76, is a comprehensive field manual that outlines the tactics, techniques, and procedures essential for Ranger operations. Designed primarily for use by the elite U.S. Army Rangers, it serves as a vital reference for light infantry units across the military. The handbook covers a wide range…
Press Release Epping, N.H., (September 30, 2025) – SIG SAUER® is proud to announce its continued support of the Three Rangers Foundation’s Mogadishu Mile. The 5th annual event will be held at the SIG SAUER Academy (233 Exeter Road, Epping, NH) on October 4th from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM. The Mogadishu Mile is the Three…
Military professionalism reform starting in basic training When the Secretary of War talks about purging the ranks, most people think firing the overweight will solve the problem. It will not. Military professionalism reform has nothing to do with quick fixes and everything to do with culture, training, and building true professionals. The problem is not…
Livingston County, MI – September 2025 – Silent Steel USA, a leader in next-generation sound suppression technology, is proud to announce the launch of its Streamer Series: the Streamer, Compact Streamer, and Micro Streamer. These new suppressors utilize Silent Steel USA’s patented gas-rotation system, replacing traditional baffles with advanced Flow-IQ technology. This design minimizes backpressure, improves cooling, and provides…
LINDON, Utah – [September 30, 2025] – Kings Camo, a leader in technical camouflage and outdoor performance apparel, is proud to introduce the XKG Shift Collection, a new line of quiet, windproof and ultra-versatile apparel designed with whitetail hunters in mind. Engineered for silent movement and adaptable weather protection, the collection’s layering system ensures users…
On October 5, 1962, a suave British spy named James Bond made his cinematic debut in Dr. No, forever changing the landscape of action films and launching one of the most enduring franchises in movie history. As fans around the world celebrate World James Bond Day, it’s worth revisiting how this modestly budgeted thriller became…
The Office of Strategic Services (OSS), America’s first centralized intelligence agency, was born out of necessity during World War II. Led by the charismatic and ambitious William J. Donovan, the OSS was tasked with espionage, sabotage, propaganda, and analysis, which were functions that had previously been scattered across various departments. Yet, despite its wartime successes,…
Mantis has introduced the MantisX Mastermind Course, a structured online program designed to help users gain a deeper understanding of the MantisX firearm training system. The course is aimed at two primary audiences: firearms instructors and content creators who use or promote the MantisX platform. MantisX is a motion-based training system that analyzes firearm movement…