This community is for posting high quality photographs of militaries from around the world.
RULES:
1 - Keep it civil. No slapfights.
2 - Keep it classy.
3 - Keep it real. Posts must actually be photographs. No art or CGI mock-ups in the main image post; art or mock-ups may be added supplemental in the body of the post. Posted thread photos should not be edited aside from minor blurring of faces or other sensitive subjects, or date-time stamps.
4 - Keep it informative. Posts are encouraged to give descriptions and sources in the body paragraph. While not mandatory it will help foster discussions. Users are strongly encouraged to find and post the original source and photographer if the information is available.
COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION:
Pictures of any and all nations. Modern and historical photos are allowed. Photos may be of vehicles, equipment, troops, installations, or anything else military. Photographs of military hardware that is being displayed, but has not yet been adopted are allowed. Photographs of historical military equipment that are in a museum are allowed.
As a courtesy to the Lemmy.world server load, you are encouraged to host pictures rather than posting them directly.Easy options for hosting pictures include https://catbox.moe and https://imgur.com, but other domains are welcome.
When looking for photos to post here, try to look for ones that are unique rather than those which have been widely popularized already. Take care to avoid reposting as much as possible.
HELPFUL STUFF:
One source for photographs is the U.S. government run https://www.dvidshub.net, for anyone interested. Other sources are welcome.
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https://www.whiteeagleaerospace.com/historic-asat-test-3/
Twenty-nine years ago this week, the USAF/LTV ASM-135 anti-satellite missile successfully intercepted a target satellite orbiting 300 nautical miles above the Earth. The test was the first and only time that an aircraft-launched missile successfully engaged and destroyed an orbiting spacecraft.
https://x.com/USN_Submariner/status/1849480328118739010
An MH-60R Seahawk helicopter from the U.S. Navy's Maritime Strike Squadron HSM 41 "Sea Hawks" conducts a joint exercise with the Peruvian diesel-electric submarine BAP Pisagua (SS 33). The exercise, taking place off the coast of San Diego, is designed to enhance interoperability and practice anti-submarine warfare operations, furthering cooperation between the U.S. and Peruvian navies.
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A rare Vespa TAP150 scooter has been put up for sale in France. This is a unique military scooter, manufactured in a small batch. It was reported on the Rideapart website. The combat scooter was created and manufactured by the French company ASMA, which acquired a license from the Italian Vespa to manufacture motor vehicles. About 600 of these scooters were manufactured from 1956 to 1959.
The Vespa TAP150 is equipped with an American recoilless gun M20 with a caliber of 75 mm. It is capable of firing cumulative shells at 6500 m. The 145 cc engine accelerates the Vespa TAP150 to 66 km/h.
The Vespa scooter could be dropped with a parachute, so it entered service with the French airborne troops. The TAP150 crew consisted of two people - a gunner and a loader. The scooter could not fire while moving - it had to stop.
In spite of the fourteen-nation conference, which declared at Geneva in 1962 that Laos is a neutral country, and the agreement was signed by the three fractions competing for control of the country, no real progress towards unification and pacification has been made, and fighting is continually breaking out. American sources admit that armed reconnaissance flights are made over communist-controlled Pathet Lao part of the country, in the east, along the Vietnamese border, and occasional shots are exchanged. The caption to our picture, received from Hanoi, states that it shows anti-aircraft troops of the Laotian Peoples Liberation Army, and claims they have helped to bring down 102 U.S. aircraft since 1965.
ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam (AFNS) -- U.S. military forces from the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command wrapped up exercise Valiant Shielda 2018, Sept. 23rd, around the Marianas Island Range Complex and on Guam. Participants included the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), 15 surface ships, more than 160 aircraft and approximately 15,000 personnel from the U.S. Navy, Air Force, Army and Marine Corps.
The Schwarzlose M.07/12 is an early 20th-century machine gun designed by Austrian engineer Andreas Schwarzlose. It was adopted by the Austro-Hungarian Army in 1907, with improvements leading to the M.07/12 version introduced in 1912. Here are some key details:
Design: The M.07/12 is a water-cooled, belt-fed, recoil-operated heavy machine gun. It is known for its unique delayed blowback system, which uses a wedge-shaped lock to delay the opening of the bolt, allowing chamber pressures to drop before extraction.
Caliber: Typically chambered for the 8×50mmR Mannlicher cartridge, the standard Austro-Hungarian military round of the time.
Rate of Fire: It has a relatively slow rate of fire compared to other contemporary machine guns, around 400-580 rounds per minute, due to its delayed blowback system. This was seen as an advantage in conserving ammunition and maintaining barrel life during prolonged firefights.
Water-Cooled: The gun has a water jacket around the barrel to prevent overheating during sustained fire, a common feature in machine guns of that era.
Service: It saw extensive use during World War I by the Austro-Hungarian military, as well as by several other nations after the war. The Schwarzlose was also used in modified forms by various countries during the interwar period and into World War II.
The Schwarzlose M.07/12 was appreciated for its simplicity and durability, though its relatively low rate of fire and weight were drawbacks compared to later machine guns.
Full description: Airmen medics prepare to roll over a simulated casualty during a base readiness exercise Feb. 29, 2024 at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. This exercise proved unique in providing Airmen medics opportunities for multiple levels of medical care to the in-exercise casualties. The casualties would receive in-the-field combat casualty care, then triage by medical personnel followed by care at the field hospital. (U.S. Air Force photo by Matt Veasley)
The Antonov AN-26 is a twin-engine turboprop military transport aircraft developed by the Antonov Design Bureau in the Soviet Union. It is widely used by the Ukrainian Air Force and other nations for various roles, including cargo transport, troop carrying, medical evacuation, and paratroop drops. The aircraft can carry up to 40 passengers or about 5,500 kg of cargo. It features a rear cargo ramp for loading and unloading, making it suitable for delivering supplies to remote locations or air-dropping materials in conflict zones.
The AN-26 is known for its ruggedness and versatility, capable of operating from unpaved runways. Since the beginning of the conflict in Ukraine in 2014 and more recently during the 2022 Russian invasion, the AN-26 has been involved in logistical support, transporting troops and supplies to areas of conflict. Several of these aircraft have been lost due to combat operations or accidents during the ongoing war.
Despite its age, the AN-26 remains a valuable asset for Ukraine, providing essential air transport capabilities under challenging conditions.
Full description: A U.S. Army paratrooper assigned to Dog Company, 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, puts on his helmet in preparation for a live fire exercise at the Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, Sep. 25, 2024. The 173rd Airborne Brigade is the U.S. Army Contingency Response Force in Europe, capable of projecting ready forces anywhere in the U.S. European, Africa or Central Commands' areas of responsibility. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Randis Monroe)
Full description: Sailors signal an F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the Flying Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 122, to launch off the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) while underway in the Pacific Ocean, Sep. 25, 2024. As an integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. 3rd Fleet operates naval forces in the Indo-Pacific in addition to providing realistic and relevant training necessary to flawlessly execute our Navy’s timeless roles of sea control and power projection. U.S. 3rd Fleet works in close coordination with other numbered fleets to provide commanders with capable, ready forces to deploy forward and win in day-to-day competition, in crisis, and in conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class August Clawson)
Full description: U.S. Coast Guard Aviation Maintenance Technician Third Class Pauline Wilson finishes opening the escape hatch to simulate clearing smoke during smoke and fume training on the HC-130J Hercules near Air Station Barbers Point, Oahu, HI, Aug. 15, 2024. Coast Guard aircrew members are trained in aviation skills, search and rescue operations, maritime law enforcement, and emergency response. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Pagan).
Full description: A Sailor observes flight operations on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Pacific Ocean, Sep. 19, 2024. Nimitz is underway conducting Tailored Ship’s Training Availability and Final Evaluation Problem (TSTA/FEP). TSTA/FEP prepares the ship and crew for full integration as a carrier strike group through a wide range of mission critical operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Timothy Meyer)
