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Guy D. McCardle is a sixteen-year veteran of the United States Army and most recently served as a Medical Operations Officer during OIF I and OIF II. He holds a degree in Biology from Washington & Jefferson College and is a graduate of the US Army Academy of Health Sciences. Guy has been a contributing writer to Apple News, Business Insider, International Business Times, and Medical Daily. He has over 8,000 answers and more than 30,000 followers on Quora, where he is a top writer on military topics. McCardle is the Managing Editor of the SOFREP News Team, a collective of military journalists.
Armed with the compact yet formidable QBZ-95B-1, the modern soldier of the People’s Liberation Army stands ready, embodying China’s stride toward military modernization with homegrown innovation.
Looking at heroes shows us how living with purpose keeps us away from bad habits and helps us stick to what we’re really meant to do.
In a move that seems straight out of a high-tech espionage novel, China’s development of the Z-21 attack helicopter mirrors the design of the iconic AH-64E Apache, showcasing how strategic imitation can play a role in the advancement of military capabilities.
The U.S. military’s strategic involvement is key to effectively combat the opioid crisis by disrupting cartel operations and cutting off fentanyl supply chains.
In a world that often forgets the grit and resilience it takes to stand on the front lines, SOFREP Books stands as a beacon, ensuring the valor and stories of our veterans are both remembered and revered.
The meticulous construction of a replica of Taiwan’s Presidential Office in China’s Inner Mongolia for military training underscores the escalating tension and the looming threat of aggression towards Taiwan, signaling a wake-up call to the international community about China’s preparedness for war.
Eric Davis, inspired by legendary SEAL Dick Marcinko’s books, transformed from a freckle-faced kid into a determined Navy SEAL, proving that perseverance and hard work can turn the most unlikely candidates into warriors.
The U.S. Army has initiated an investigation into a photograph posted by the 20th Special Forces Group, featuring a patch resembling the Nazi SS Totenkopf symbol, amid concerns over the use of historical hate imagery within the military.
According to Eric Davis, succeeding in SEAL training boils down to not just refusing to quit, but also possessing resilience, discipline, and a solid belief in your own capabilities.
Army Secretary Christine Wormuth took decisive action against Gen. Charles Hamilton for allegedly influencing a service evaluation committee to favor a female lieutenant colonel, sparking an investigation into a rare accusation against a high-ranking officer.
Eric Davis shares his harrowing BUD/S experience, from the makeshift Ziploc bag boots in unforgiving snow to the extreme trials that tested his limits in the Navy’s most grueling challenge.
In the high-stakes world of a sniper, the rifle Eric trusts the most is the one he’s used enough to rely on blindly, tested in both training and combat.
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Praesidus builds rugged, American-assembled watches inspired by historic military timepieces. Designed for accuracy and tested for endurance, each watch is made for outdoor explorers, everyday adventurers, and anyone who needs reliability when it matters.
Essential Provisions Field Fuel® meals [ready-to-eat] & sports nutrition products have been developed with the cleanest, high-quality nutrient and energy-dense ingredients available. Research has shown that the whole food nutrients contained in our products have the ability to help.
Have you ever tried to wear a fleece hoodie in bad weather? We don’t recommend it. That’s why we founded BÆRSkin in 2019 – to create the world’s best outdoor gear that’s just as comfortable at home as it is durable outdoors. “Bad fitting, bulky, and boring” is how we felt about 1000’s of regular fleece hoodies we tested.
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