Steve Balestrieri is a National Security Columnist. He has served as a US Special Forces NCO and Warrant Officer before injuries forced his early separation. In addition to writing on defense, he covers the NFL for PatsFans.com and his work was regularly featured in the Millbury-Sutton Chronicle and Grafton News newspapers in Massachusetts.
Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More
Key Points and Summary – The U.S. Navy exclusively operates nuclear-powered submarines because its global power projection doctrine demands the unmatched range, speed, and...
Key Points and Summary – The U.S. Navy’s critical Columbia-class ballistic missile submarine program is facing significant delays and cost overruns. -The lead boat,...
Key Points and Summary – Despite being over 35 years old, the B-2 Spirit remains a cornerstone of U.S. airpower, recently demonstrating its enduring...
Key points and Summary – The Montana-class represents the U.S. Navy battleships that never sailed. Authorized in 1940 as America’s answer to Japan’s Yamato-class...
Key Points and Summary – SR-72 Could Soon Replace SR-71 As Fastest Plane Ever? Yes, the SR-71 Blackbird officially remains the fastest acknowledged crewed,...
Key Points and Summary – The M551 Sheridan was a unique air-droppable light tank developed to provide armored firepower for the 82nd Airborne Division....