Germany Planned to Stockpile Vast Cold War Chemical Munitions

Germany Planned to Stockpile Vast Cold War Chemical Munitions

The West German military during the Cold War planned to stockpile vast amounts of chemical weapons to stave off a Soviet Union invasion into the west. They also planned on using them, despite long-time denials by the government. War, Auschwitz, chemical weapons: never again. This was what the newly formed Federal Republic of Germany swore […]

Russian Troops Getting New, Updated Rifles AK-12, AK-15

Russian Troops Getting New, Updated Rifles AK-12, AK-15

Russian military troops will soon be fielding new weapons systems, the AK-12, and AK-15 rifles will replace the Cold War era AKM which is based on the venerable AK-47 design. Russian soldiers currently carry the AK-74M assault rifle. This 5.45-millimeter rifle is descended from the 7.62-millimeter AK-47, which was introduced in 1947. The AK-74 was […]

Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 6, Day 6

Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 6, Day 6

Friday morning at the gym means that it is Leg Day our favorite day of the week. Start off with some Squats – front, dumbbell goblet, and barbell. After the weighted sled push, and some lunges mixed in there as well, we’ll finish off with a 4-mile run. The leg training is very important as […]

SOFREP Pic of the Day: Live fire training in Jordan

SOFREP Pic of the Day: Live fire training in Jordan

Marines run to firing positions during live-fire training as part of Eager Lion 2018 in Jordan, April 21, 2018. The Marines are assigned to Fox Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Dengrier M. Baez Watch Marines participate in Eager Lion 2018 in […]

Nine Dead as WC-130 Crashes On to Savannah Highway

Nine Dead as WC-130 Crashes On to Savannah Highway

Nine aircrewmen from a Puerto Rican Air National Guard WC-130 were killed when their aircraft, en route to Arizona to be decommissioned, crashed on to a highway in Savannah, Georgia. “Nine crew members died in the accident, but until their families and relatives are notified, we cannot give their names,” said Brigadier General Isabelo Rivera, […]

Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 6, Day 5

Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 6, Day 5

Back to the gym on Thursday morning for a Chest and triceps workout to include some pushups, sit-ups, and kip ups. Then a 5-mile ruck march with 45-pounds minimum. The weather in the Northeast just turned from wintry stuff in the 30s just two days ago to summer-like and in the mid-80s so ensure that […]

SOFREP Pic of the Day: Marine snipers at sunset

SOFREP Pic of the Day: Marine snipers at sunset

A Marine sights in on a long-range target in Amman, Jordan, April 17, 2018, during Eager Lion, a training engagement conducted by U.S. and Jordanian forces. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jon Sosner Learn more about what it takes to be a Marine Corps Scout Sniper in the video below:

Estonia Holds Largest Military Exercises Since Independence

Estonia Holds Largest Military Exercises Since Independence

Estonia is the site of a large international military exercise involving more than 13,000 troops from 16 countries which kicked off on May 2. The exercise, dubbed Siil (Hedgehog) is scheduled to last until May 14 and is the largest such drill to be held in the Baltic country since it regained independence from the […]

Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 6, Day 4

Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 6, Day 4

Happy Hump Day, it is back and shoulders day at the gym. Then a 5-miler rucksack march. Ensure that your second pair of boots are well broken in. Remember to stay hydrated while on the march, especially so now that the warmer weather is making a comeback, and mark your progress in the workout log […]

SOFREP Pic of the Day: Opening fire with an M249 Saw

SOFREP Pic of the Day: Opening fire with an M249 Saw

A New Jersey Army National Guard soldier fires a M249 SAW during live-fire battle drills at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., April 9, 2018. The soldier is assigned to Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 114th Infantry (Air Assault). Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Matt Hecht Watch soldiers put the M249 Saw through its paces in […]

Vietnam helicopter pilot and crew member memorial unveiled at Arlington

Vietnam helicopter pilot and crew member memorial unveiled at Arlington

A new monument stands in Arlington National Cemetary, VA, that honors the fallen pilots and crew members of helicopters during the Vietnam War. The memorial was dedicated on April 18, 2018, and according to the Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association (VHPA) approximately 3,400 were in attendance, including Vietnam veterans and Gold Star families. Air Force Bell UH-1N […]

The Military’s Iconic Skilcraft Ball Point Pen Turns 50

The Military’s Iconic Skilcraft Ball Point Pen Turns 50

If you have ever served in the military, or the federal government, the chances are very, very good, that you used one, had one in your pocket, and no doubt had several at your home. The black, utility military ball point pen, made by Skilcraft Industries for the Blind turns 50 this month. The pen’s […]