Perhaps Ruggero’s own experiences as an infantry officer helped him write convincing combat. When the 505th landed on Sicily—scattered, battered, but ready for a fight—they discovered something that ...

Since World War II, the number of soldiers the Army has trained to be able to jump into combat has more than doubled. But as the service prepares for a future war, it worries there are too many ...

His grandfather, a former Soldier, made three combat jumps during World War II while serving in the 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division. His uncles served in the 20th Special ...

Powered by the innovative Pegasus engine, the Harrier became the first operational V/STOL (vertical/short takeoff and landing) combat aircraft in the West. Despite early setbacks and failed NATO ...