Israel’s Merkava Tank Bests
Modern Military
If, as in the words of Philip K. Dick “…. Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?” then what do tank commanders dream of?
The ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia, which began in 2014 and escalated significantly with Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022, has placed tremendous pressure on Ukraine and its allies. Central to the discourse surrounding this conflict are the commitments made by the United States and European nations compared to the expectations of Ukraine. We aim to dissect these dynamics, providing an in-depth analysis of the various dimensions of military, economic, and diplomatic support, and how they align or diverge from Ukrainian expectations.
The United States and the United Kingdom, as two major players in the realm of armored warfare, have developed distinct tank doctrines shaped by their unique military histories, operational experiences, and strategic priorities
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), launched in March 2003, marked a significant chapter in modern military history, with coalition forces seeking to remove Saddam Hussein’s regime from power and stabilize Iraq. Among the armored vehicles deployed during OIF, the Challenger 2 main battle tank (MBT) played a pivotal role in ground operations, showcasing its formidable firepower, protection, and mobility in the harsh desert terrain.
To Twist or Not to Twist?
Armored Warfare: Smoothbore vs. Rifled Tank Guns – Differences in Armor Doctrine and Operational Impact.
In the realm of armored warfare, the choice between smoothbore and rifled tank guns has long been a subject of debate and consideration among military planners, engineers, and tacticians….
In the aftermath of the Yom Kippur War in 1973, Israel recognized the need to develop a new generation of main battle tanks capable of meeting the evolving threats faced by its military.
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