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The Art of Survival: Understanding Military Unarmed Combat Techniques

In military unarmed combat, a soldier’s survival hinges on mastering both defensive tactics and offensive strikes.

The Debate on Mandatory Reserve Officer Training Corps Requirements in Schools

ROTC is more than military training. It’s a pathway to leadership, discipline, and personal growth for tomorrow’s leaders.

Green Hell: The Realities and Tactics of Jungle Warfare

Jungle warfare is like an ever-changing jigsaw puzzle. The thick trees create a battlefield as formidable as any human enemy.

Gone Too Soon: Delta Force Legend Robert Horrigan

Bob was so much larger than life, that eventually life could no longer contain him, and he was instructed by the Almighty to take one last boat excursion, this time to Valhalla.

From 8-Bit Warfare to VR Combat: The Dynamic World of Military Video Games

From the retro joys of 8-bit battlefields to the realistic simulations of today, the world of military video games has evolved in extraordinary ways.

Pankration: The Fierce Fighting Art of the Ancient Greek Military

The Ancient Greek military owes much of its might to Pankration, a martial art that molded their warriors into formidable forces.

Delta Force’s Samuel Booth Foster: Mogadishu and the ‘Better Deal’

In the throes of the unforgettable Battle of Mogadishu and the heartache of losing a brother, we discovered that courage and audacity are the irreplaceable cornerstones of Delta Force, embodied in the fearless spirit of Sam Foster.

Global Maritime Dominance: U.S. Navy SEALs Partner with 20 Nations in Colombia

The participation of Navy SEALs in UNITAS 64 reaffirms the significance of international collaboration in advancing maritime defense strategies, fostering strong relationships, deepening mutual understanding, and improving operational effectiveness in safeguarding freedom of the seas.

Former Australian SAS Operator and Physician Discusses Reality-Based Training for Special Operations Combat Medics

Learn how reality-based training prepares combat medics for high-stress scenarios, optimizing performance and saving lives.

Delta Force’s Samuel Booth Foster: Suppressed Submachine Guns and Auschwitz

Delta got a landslide victory of a deal in Sam Booth Foster, an impious, irreverent man, often selfish and unacquainted with compassion, yet per pound, one of the best, deadliest operators I’ve known.

SOF Pic of the Day: Remembering Delta Force Warrior William ‘Chief’ Carlson

William Carlson came to Delta Force in the mid 1990s. Everyone called him “Chief”, as he was a Siksika warrior from the the Blackfeet tribe of Montana.

Former Delta Operator Geo Hand Talks About Miniguns and How He Destroyed One of Our First Drones

Immersed in the gritty thrill of airborne gunnery and high-tech warfare, a Delta Force operative’s encounter with early drone technology takes an unexpected turn when an unmanned aerial vehicle crashes during a test flight in the arid training grounds of 29 Palms, CA.

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