Stephen Silver is a journalist, essayist, and film critic, who is also a contributor to Philly Voice, Philadelphia Weekly, the Jewish Telegraphic Agency, Living Life Fearless, Backstage magazine, Broad Street Review, and Splice Today. The co-founder of the Philadelphia Film Critics Circle, Stephen lives in suburban Philadelphia with his wife and two sons. Follow him on Twitter at @StephenSilver.
Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More
Key Points and Summary – Nicknamed the “Ageless Warrior,” the aircraft carrier USS Coral Sea (CV-43) had an exceptionally long career, serving from the...
Key Points and Summary – A dramatic incident from November 2001 showcases the F-14 Tomcat’s ground-attack prowess during the war in Afghanistan. -While defending...
Key Points and Summary – The SR-71 was retired in 1990 on cost and survivability grounds despite unmatched speed, altitude, and responsiveness. -Congress forced...
Key Points and Summary – Ottawa’s F-35 acquisition is proceeding—cautiously. Canada is contractually committed to 16 jets and prepping bases, training, and infrastructure for...
Key Points and Summary – The Pentagon is advancing the Navy’s F/A-XX program toward a contractor downselect, with Boeing and Northrop Grumman reportedly in...
Key Points and Summary – In 1966, an SR-71 Blackbird broke apart at 79,000 feet after a right-engine inlet unstart triggered uncontrollable forces. -Test...
Is Ukraine Really “Another Vietnam”? -Author Stephen Silver examines whether U.S. support for Ukraine risks becoming “another Vietnam.” -He notes recurring fears after Vietnam...