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Latest Military History stories, analysis, and updates from SOFREP.

Throwback Thursday: Troops Train for Mass-Casualty Scenarios Near Mosul

Throwback Thursday: Troops Train for Mass-Casualty Scenarios Near Mosul

SOFREP News Team · January 9, 2025

Simulating chaos: A VBIED attack near Mosul tests U.S. Navy medics, Army security, and joint forces in a high-stakes training drill.

A Fresh Look at the History of the Beret and Its Role Today

A Fresh Look at the History of the Beret and Its Role Today

SOFREP News Team · December 29, 2024

From ancient shepherds to elite warriors, discover how the humble beret became a symbol of courage, heritage, and military excellence.

Iran’s Shia Masterplan: A Ruthless, Unified Force That Puts Western Leadership to Shame

Iran’s Shia Masterplan: A Ruthless, Unified Force That Puts Western Leadership to Shame

Norwood · December 27, 2024

Qassem Soleimani: The man who reshaped Middle East power dynamics. Dive into how one figure wielded immense influence across the region.

Christmas Heroes: Five Medal of Honor Stories of Bravery and Sacrifice

Christmas Heroes: Five Medal of Honor Stories of Bravery and Sacrifice

SOFREP News Team · December 25, 2024

When most were unwrapping gifts, these 5 Medal of Honor heroes were dodging bullets and saving lives. True grit never takes a holiday!

A Delta Force Veteran Deconstructs WWII Dresden’s Firestorm

A Delta Force Veteran Deconstructs WWII Dresden’s Firestorm

George E. Hand IV · December 24, 2024

WWII firestorms, Dresden’s ghosts, and a bombastic showdown in Tokyo—history’s guilt rocks are flying, but who’s left standing?

Deck the Halls with Artillery Fire: War’s Brutal Disregard for Festive Peace

Deck the Halls with Artillery Fire: War’s Brutal Disregard for Festive Peace

SOFREP News Team · December 24, 2024

Nothing says ‘holiday cheer’ like Washington storming Trenton on Christmas or surprise Tet attacks during New Year—war’s real party crashers.

Ukraine’s ‘Experiment in War’ Is Now the Blueprint for Global Conflict – Were We Listening?

Ukraine’s ‘Experiment in War’ Is Now the Blueprint for Global Conflict – Were We Listening?

SOFREP News Team · December 23, 2024

Back in 2017, Ukraine was seen as a testbed for cyberwar. By 2024, it’s ground zero for a war redefining modern combat. Reality struck hard.

The History and Evolution of the HAWK Air Defense Missile System: From Cold War to the Russia-Ukraine War

The History and Evolution of the HAWK Air Defense Missile System: From Cold War to the Russia-Ukraine War

SOFREP News Team · December 22, 2024

Old tech, new tricks: Ukraine’s HAWK missiles are downing drones and missiles, proving Cold War gear can still dominate modern battles.

Operation Red Dawn: The Hunt for Saddam Hussein

Operation Red Dawn: The Hunt for Saddam Hussein

Guy D. McCardle · December 14, 2024

Under the pitch-black skies of Ad-Dawr, Task Force 121 proved that no tyrant, no matter how deep his spider hole, could escape the relentless pursuit of American special operations.

Origins of Modern Close Quarter Battle

Origins of Modern Close Quarter Battle

James Stejskal · December 11, 2024

From Shanghai’s ‘Gutter Fighting’ to modern special ops, CQB evolved through grit, innovation, and a relentless spirit to adapt and survive.

Today in History: Pearl Harbor Attack – Over Eight Decades Later, A World Transformed

Today in History: Pearl Harbor Attack – Over Eight Decades Later, A World Transformed

SOFREP News Team · December 7, 2024

83 years later, Pearl Harbor still echoes: a shocking attack, global lessons, and how it shaped today’s geopolitics. Never forget.

USS Gyatt: The Original “Gyatt” That Set Navy Hearts Racing As The World’s First Guided Missile Destroyer

USS Gyatt: The Original “Gyatt” That Set Navy Hearts Racing As The World’s First Guided Missile Destroyer

SOFREP News Team · October 23, 2024

Before “Gyatt” was Gen Z slang, it was a game-changing missile destroyer. Meet the USS Gyatt, the Navy’s original trendsetter.

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