Obscure Objects of Desire: Depleted Uranium 7.62 NATO Rounds

Lead is the most common metal used in bullets for a number of reasons: cost, malleability, expansion on impact…and of course density. The more weight you can cram into the projectile the more energy you can deliver downrange. The relatively high density of lead means you get a lot of bang for your ballistic buck. … Read more

Raw Combat Footage Shows Strafing A-10 Warthog Save Ground Troops

By Travis Smola When soldiers in our armed forces need air support, they welcome the sound of an A-10 Thunderbolt II, AKA the A-10 Warthog. This awesome plane and her pilots have been in service since 1972, despite repeated efforts over the years to kill it. The Warthog is a favorite of pilots and troops … Read more