80 years ago today,a remarkable event unfolded during World War II in the Pacific theater. In the rugged terrain of New Guinea, a crew operating a Bofors anti-aircraft gun found themselves in a unique situation. Instead of defending against enemy aircraft, they were preparing to use their AA gun as a field artillery weapon against Japanese positions.

History Depends on the Historian  ·  Follow Posted by  Elizabeth Victoria   6mo 80 years ago today,a remarkable event unfolded during World War II in the Pacific theater. In the rugged terrain of New Guinea, a crew operating a Bofors anti-aircraft gun found themselves in a unique situation. Instead of defending against enemy aircraft, they wereContinue reading “80 years ago today,a remarkable event unfolded during World War II in the Pacific theater. In the rugged terrain of New Guinea, a crew operating a Bofors anti-aircraft gun found themselves in a unique situation. Instead of defending against enemy aircraft, they were preparing to use their AA gun as a field artillery weapon against Japanese positions.”

Controversial hands in pockets ban for sailors lifted by US Navy – Julian Perreira 15th February 2024 at 11:54am

The US Army has not followed suit and personnel are not allowed hands in their pockets. Sailors in the United States Navy are now allowed to place their hands in their pockets after the service implemented sweeping changes to its uniform policy. The policy update, which was sent out to all US Navy personnel, rescindsContinue reading “Controversial hands in pockets ban for sailors lifted by US Navy – Julian Perreira 15th February 2024 at 11:54am”

RNZAF C-130J-30 Hercules gets official livery -The first of the Royal New Zealand Air Force C-130J-30 Hercules to come off the Lockheed Martin production line in Georgia, United States has received its official livery – featuring the RNZAF Kiwi Roundel and No. 40 Squadron’s mariner’s compass.

15 FEBRUARY, 2024 Five new aircraft are on track for delivery starting from late this year to replace the C-130H (NZ) Hercules aircraft, which were purchased in 1965. The new aircraft can carry a greater number of pallets, due to their additional 4.5 metre length and payload capacity of 21 tonnes. The new fleet willContinue reading “RNZAF C-130J-30 Hercules gets official livery -The first of the Royal New Zealand Air Force C-130J-30 Hercules to come off the Lockheed Martin production line in Georgia, United States has received its official livery – featuring the RNZAF Kiwi Roundel and No. 40 Squadron’s mariner’s compass.”

Royal New Zealand Navy successfully tests USV Bellona in Auckland Naval News February 2024 Navy Forces Maritime Defense Industry – POSTED ON THURSDAY, 15 FEBRUARY 2024 15:59

  According to information published by the New Zealand MoD on February 13, 2024, Auckland Harbour has been selected as the site for a two-week trial of an Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV), named Bellona, aimed at evaluating its performance and capabilities. Follow Navy Recognition on Google News at this linkThis vessel, which utilizes a combination ofContinue reading “Royal New Zealand Navy successfully tests USV Bellona in Auckland Naval News February 2024 Navy Forces Maritime Defense Industry – POSTED ON THURSDAY, 15 FEBRUARY 2024 15:59”

Tricky E-7 adaptations complicate U.S. Air Force, Boeing negotiations – By Stephen Losey

  A Royal Australian Air Force E-7A Wedgetail airborne early warning and control aircraft is prepared for a sortie during Red Flag-Alaska 19-3 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 9, 2019. (2nd Lt. Mark Goss/Air Force) DENVER, Colo. — The Air Force’s desired adaptations to Boeing’s E-7A battlefield management aircraft are proving to be harder than expected andContinue reading “Tricky E-7 adaptations complicate U.S. Air Force, Boeing negotiations – By Stephen Losey”