Steve Balestrieri is a National Security Columnist. He served as a US Army Special Forces NCO and Warrant Officer. In addition to writing on defense, he covers the NFL for PatsFans.com and is a member of the Pro Football Writers of America (PFWA). His work was regularly featured in many military publications.
Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More
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....
Key Points and Summary – The U.S., Philippines, and eight allied nations just concluded the multinational naval exercise Sama Sama in the South China...
Key Points and Summary – In a stunning 2015 naval exercise, the French Rubis-class nuclear submarine Saphir successfully penetrated the defensive screen of the...
Key Points and Summary – France’s Dassault Rafale has become a major export success due to its “omnirole” capability, allowing it to perform multiple...