Wednesday, 28 February 2007
Tuesday, 27 February 2007
New troops given extra firepower in Afghanistan
TimesOnline
opswarfare feels that this news sort of justifies the strength of heavy combat forces over light forces. The official MOD announcement is here. List of reinforcements below.
opswarfare feels that this news sort of justifies the strength of heavy combat forces over light forces. The official MOD announcement is here. List of reinforcements below.
- 1st Battalion The Royal Welsh
- 1st Battalion Scots Guards (Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicles)
- 19th Regiment Royal Artillery
- 5th Regiment Royal Artillery
- 39th Regiment Royal Artillery (Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System)
- four more Harrier GR9s to provide Close Air Support
- 846 Naval Air Squadron (four Sea King helicopters)
- another C-130 Hercules
Tuesday, 20 February 2007
国防预算案
大多数国人对２００７年的预算案，最关住的或许就是从５％提高到７％的消费税。但有另一点直得大家多了解的，就是我们的国防开支。opswarfare 认为，除了需要探讨为何国防开支年年有增无减，更重要的是讨论国防开支的透明度。
Radiological dispersal event
Executive Overview: Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Defence
An extract of a Jane's article on the recent issues surrounding the usage of polonium-210 to kill Alexander Litvinenko, a Russian dissident staying in London. The BBC World Service has also done a 2 part radio documentary on this area. This incident highlights the possible use of the same substance to target larger groups, as a terrorist weapon.
An extract of a Jane's article on the recent issues surrounding the usage of polonium-210 to kill Alexander Litvinenko, a Russian dissident staying in London. The BBC World Service has also done a 2 part radio documentary on this area. This incident highlights the possible use of the same substance to target larger groups, as a terrorist weapon.
Saturday, 17 February 2007
On patrol with the Marines in Afghanistan
International News | News | Telegraph
An intense account of Royal Marine operations in Afghanistan. 1 point does stand out. In a world of high-tech warfare, there are still occasions where a military force doesn't know its position precisely. Goes to show that there is still much to be done regarding the basics of warfare.
An intense account of Royal Marine operations in Afghanistan. 1 point does stand out. In a world of high-tech warfare, there are still occasions where a military force doesn't know its position precisely. Goes to show that there is still much to be done regarding the basics of warfare.
Wednesday, 14 February 2007
U.S. says "sophisticated weaponry" hit chopper in Iraq | Top News | Reuters.com
Reuters.com
What could this "sophisticated weaponry" be? Most likely some form of man-portable air defence system (MANPADS), perhaps a Russian Igla, or maybe some rogue US Stinger missiles?
What could this "sophisticated weaponry" be? Most likely some form of man-portable air defence system (MANPADS), perhaps a Russian Igla, or maybe some rogue US Stinger missiles?
Friday, 19 January 2007
Israel decides on Namer as future APC
Israel decides on Namer as future APC
Great to hear that the Namer APC will go into production. There currently exists a gap between MBTs and IFVs. Perhaps the even bigger story is that the Trophy APS will be installed on it, and the Merkava MBT...
Great to hear that the Namer APC will go into production. There currently exists a gap between MBTs and IFVs. Perhaps the even bigger story is that the Trophy APS will be installed on it, and the Merkava MBT...
Monday, 25 December 2006
An A-10/Harrier hybrid?
The Major's Email: British Harrier Support in Afghanistan, Revisited (defense acquisition, defence purchasing, military procurement)
After looking at the success of both the A-10 and Harrier in the close air support (CAS) role, it really is sad that both aircraft will have no direct replacements, and are already at the end of their lives...Which begs the question, why not a replacement for these 2 aircraft that combines the special features of the 2 aircraft, the armoured tub and 30mm cannon of the A-10, and the vertical take-off capability of the harrier. (Remember to throw in a 2nd seat for an extra pair of eyes...)
After looking at the success of both the A-10 and Harrier in the close air support (CAS) role, it really is sad that both aircraft will have no direct replacements, and are already at the end of their lives...Which begs the question, why not a replacement for these 2 aircraft that combines the special features of the 2 aircraft, the armoured tub and 30mm cannon of the A-10, and the vertical take-off capability of the harrier. (Remember to throw in a 2nd seat for an extra pair of eyes...)
Sunday, 24 December 2006
Backgrounder: Fact sheet: Women's progress in the Canadian Military
Army - News: News Releases
Good to see that women in the Canadian armed forces participating in all areas, including combat vocations. Wonder if there are other armed forces with such a liberal policy...
Good to see that women in the Canadian armed forces participating in all areas, including combat vocations. Wonder if there are other armed forces with such a liberal policy...
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