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army
An army (from Latin arma "arms, weapons" via Old French armée, "armed" (feminine)) or ground force is a fighting force that fights primarily on land. In the broadest sense, it is the land-based military branch, service branch or armed service of a nation or state. It may also include other branches of the military such as the air force via means of aviation corps. Within a national military force, the word army may also mean a field army. They differ from army reserves who are activated only during such times as war or natural disasters.
In several countries, the army is officially called the Land Army to differentiate it from an air force called the Air Army, notably France. In such countries, the word "army" on its own retains its connotation of a land force in common usage. The current largest army in the world, by number of active troops, is the People's Liberation Army of China with 2,250,000 active troops and 800,000 reserve personnel followed by the Indian Army with 1,129,000 active troops and 2,142,900 reserve personnel.
By convention, irregular military is understood in contrast to regular armies which grew slowly from personal bodyguards or elite militia. Regular in this case refers to standardized doctrines, uniforms, organizations, etc. Regular military can also refer to full-time status (standing army), versus reserve or part-time personnel. Other distinctions may separate statutory forces (established under laws such as the National Defence Act), from de facto "non-statutory" forces such as some guerrilla and revolutionary armies. Armies may also be expeditionary (designed for overseas or international deployment) or fencible (designed for – or restricted to – homeland defence).
So The “Good News” we will finally be able to get the M17 later this year “3rd quarter” BUT not totally faithful.. but very close! Limited run of 5,000 pistols so get ready!
“BAD NEWS” M17 isn’t doing so hot in new military trials... triggers cracking and ejecting live rounds and worst part the...
I remember the Presidents Council on Physical Fitness, and being tested.
But
For a SHTF situation, being, at least minimally, physically able, seems to me, to be a requirement for survival. If someone tries to sucker=punch you with some ramen cup, would you be able to survive?
Facing...
Looks like it's a done deal that the Army is going to new lighter ammo. What will this mean to 556 ammo production in the future?
PEO Soldier CO Visits Textron, Test Fires Cased Telescoped Light Machine Gun - The Firearm Blog
Brazil Army to Take Over Security in Rio de Janeiro Amid Violent Crime Wave
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RIO DE JANEIRO—Brazil’s military will take over public security in Rio de Janeiro until the end of the year in an unprecedented intervention that highlights the famed seaside city’s struggle...
somewhere here in UK - I'm trying to find more details. The usual thing, it would appear at first glance, of loading nitro into a BP gun...but a loose-loading BP gun? And nitro? I'm not convinced that it hasn't been staged for some reason.
Anyhow, here is the pic - with the serial number...
this is the 100th anniversary of the 41st division’s deployment to WW1 France. My grandfather was there as I am sure some of you longtime northwestern family member realitives were as well. The last members arrived in France in February 1918. They defeated the Central powers in less than a year...
I have for sale a men's Victorinox Swiss Army Chronograph watch model 24083. This watch is used with some light scuffing on the bezel. The crystal is blemish free.
This watch works perfectly, but it does need a battery. I would meet buyer at Fred Meyer jewelers to get new battery if needed...
I thought we had a thread on this, but I can't seem to find it. Ok to merge if you do.
https://nypost.com/2017/12/14/this-is-the-the-us-armys-newest-pistol/
U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Samantha Stoffregen, 101st Airborne Division
Nice timing on the photo too.
The Army has begun fielding the...
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (HR2810) that is headed to Trump's desk includes an amendment that will release M1 Garands, M1911A1s, and .22 training rifles. News here.
Cheers.
Brand new unused. Think these are mostly one size fits all. I am 5'10" 165lbs ans I have it about as small as it goes and it fits me. Could go much larger. Has canteen pouch, 2 rifle mag pouches, and a pistol mag pouch for 3 mags I think. Not to sure I never used it. Not to sure what I am...
President Duarte of the Philippines is becoming closer and closer to China. What implications could this have for security in Asia? China just agreed to make an emergency free donation of new rifles to the Philippines Army, in order to help that nation battle Muslim insurgents.
Why is China...
Looking to sell or trade one of my us army Colts this is a 1918 in great shooter cond it's been in my family since 1968 looks to be correct except for the grips has pitting on left side own a piece of us history only trades would be ar15 or milled ak47
Popular Mechanics - Three Rifles That Could Replace the Army's M4A1 Carbine ... or not
Or is it a new season and therefore time to re-hash.
Three Rifles That Could Replace the Army's M4A1 Carbine
My gut says no. Just because something is about 60 doesn't' mean you toss it away;)
If you...
So I recently moved here, and heard from another friend that an old Army buddy lives/lived in this area (Portland OR). His name is Ron Johanson/Johanssen I can't remember lol; he's about 55 or so I think. Lost touch with him a long time ago. I've tried a few phone numbers for him, but no joy...