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Operation Mountain Viper: A Lesson in Joint Military Operations

Operation Mountain Viper: A Lesson in Joint Military Operations

By Matt

In Operation Mountain Viper, the United States Army and the Afghan National Army (nearly 1000 in number) worked together into early September 2003, to uncover hundreds of suspected Taliban rebels dug into the mountains of Daychopan district, Zabul province, Afghanistan.
30.08.23 07:30 AM - Comment(s)
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Celebrating the Marine Corps Reserves: A Brief Overview

Celebrating the Marine Corps Reserves: A Brief Overview

By Matt

Introduction

On August 29, 1916, a significant milestone in military history was marked with the birth of the Marine Corps Reserves. As we celebrate the birthday of this vital branch of service, let's delve into its role, structure, and contributions to the United States Marine Corps.

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29.08.23 07:30 AM - Comment(s)
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A Historic Step: US Forces Land in Japan on August 28th, 1945

A Historic Step: US Forces Land in Japan on August 28th, 1945

By Matt

August 28th 1945 – US forces under General George Marshall landed in Japan. This advance guard of 150 American technicians land at Atsugi airfield, near Yokohama. For the first time, the Allies set foot on Japanese soil. Their arrival has been delayed for 48 hours by the forecast of a typhoon.
28.08.23 07:30 AM - Comment(s)
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Remembering August 27th, 1972: Operation Linebacker I and the Resilience of the U.S. Military

Remembering August 27th, 1972: Operation Linebacker I and the Resilience of the U.S. Military

By Matt

In the heaviest bombing in four years, U.S. aircraft flatten North Vietnamese barracks near Hanoi and Haiphong as part of ongoing Operation Linebacker I, part of President Nixon’s response to the NVA Easter Offensive.
27.08.23 06:43 PM - Comment(s)
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Turning the Tide: The Pivotal US Landings on Guadalcanal in 1942

Turning the Tide: The Pivotal US Landings on Guadalcanal in 1942

By Matt

On August 23rd, 1942, the 1st US flights landed on Guadalcanal. This marked the beginning of a grueling and determined campaign that would test the mettle of American forces and reshape the trajectory of the war in the Pacific theater.
23.08.23 01:00 PM - Comment(s)
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