10 Remarkable Origins of Everyday Military Gear, Places and Other Terms The military uses a lot of unique terminology, some of which bleeds into the civilian world.
Military Stumped by Stolen Box of Armor-Piercing Grenades When armor-piercing grenades showed up in an Atlanta backyard, it was another example of how the U.S. military's weapons are...
Army Tests Out Drone that Can Fire Grenades into Enemy Hideouts U.S. Army weapons officials are testing an experimental drone armed with a multi-shot, 40mm grenade launcher.
FN's Fire Control System May Offer Glimpse at Army's Next-Gen Weapon Tech The FN Mk3 Fire Control Unit is designed to give operators a sighting and aiming solution for 40mm grenade launchers.
Spike's Tactical's ST Thumper -- A Functioning M79 If you have ever wanted an M79, Spike's Tactical makes a flair launcher that looks and feels just like the famed Vietnam War...
Troop Pay Safe After Congress Approves Extension of Government Funding Troop pay is no longer in jeopardy after Congress approved legislation to keep the government funded through mid-March and...
They Fought in Iraq’s Bloodiest Battle. Will Their Kids Be the Next Generation of Marines? No matter the profession, parents and children in both civilian and military families must navigate delicate decisions about...
14.5% Junior Enlisted Pay Raise, Restriction on Care for Transgender Military Kids Headed to Biden's Desk The 4.5% raise will be added to all service members' paychecks at the beginning of January, while the remaining 10% extra for...
Army Set to Debut Master Combat Badges in Spring, Memo Says The Army is set to begin awarding Master Combat Badges, which will combine expert and traditional combat badges, next spring...
Police Say Marine Charged with Escort's Murder Googled Whether It's Possible to Scream While Being Strangled In what a local official called a "chilling" case, an active-duty Marine stationed in Florida was arrested and charged with...
