Evening Brief: US Designates More Gangs as Terrorist Organizations, Xi and Kim Pledge Stronger Ties
US designates Ecuador gangs terrorists, quake devastates Afghanistan, Xi meets Kim. Here’s what’s making headlines this Thursday evening.
101st Airborne Division
US Army Overhauls 10th Mountain Division Units for Faster, Smarter Combat
The Army’s 3rd Brigade is reinventing itself with high-tech gear and new tactics to boost speed and stealth on modern battlefields.
Warfare on a Budget: How AI and Inexpensive Tech Are Rewriting Combat Tactics
Low-cost tech and AI are transforming modern warfare, empowering soldiers with faster targeting and smarter tactics.
Medal of Honor Hero, Captain Paul W. ‘Bud’ Bucha, Passes
Medal of Honor recipient and Vietnam War hero, Captain Paul William Bucha, has passed away at the age of 80.
101st Airborne Receives First Batch of Short-Range Reconnaissance Drones
The 101st Airborne Division gets cutting-edge short-range reconnaissance drones, boosting battlefield awareness and decision-making.
Fighting Soldiers from the Sky: The Daring Raid of Operation Tomahawk
In 1951, Operation Tomahawk saw American paratroopers’ daring leap into enemy territory, turning the tide of the Korean War.
From Scottish Roots to Screaming Eagle: The Enigmatic Life of Lieutenant Colonel Ronald Speirs
Explore Ronald Speirs’ journey from Edinburgh to becoming a legendary soldier, revered for his courage and tactical brilliance.
Conquest of the Eagle’s Nest: Easy Company’s Defining Triumph
Explore Easy Company’s daring mission and the haunting legacy of the Kehlsteinhaus, set against the stunning backdrop of the Bavarian Alps.
US Army Conquers Arctic Chill: Next-Gen Squad Weapon Passes Extreme Cold Test
The US Army conducts rigorous cold weather testing of next generation squad weapon in Alaska, prioritizing soldier feedback for enhanced battlefield effectiveness.
The Sobel Dilemma: Can a Tough Leader Be a True Mentor?
Captain Herbert Sobel, a formidable figure, often cast as the antagonist whose rigid leadership style pushes Easy Company to their limits.
Robin Bartlett – The Luck of Alphabetical Order: How I Survived My Vietnam Tour
In the midst of the Vietnam War, as a newly promoted first lieutenant, I navigated the unpredictable dangers and crucial leadership decisions that came with leading a platoon through the dense jungles and uncertain terrains of a conflict that tested both my resolve and my survival instincts.
The High Stakes of Airborne Operations in Military History
Paratroopers, trained for rapid deployment and decisive action, can be left vulnerable and ineffective when intelligence fails and support falters, turning potential triumphs into costly defeats.
