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Ian Smith and the Militarization of Rhodesia
Ian Smith’s era was defined by the fusion of politics and the military. The choice to resist majority rule through armed force set Rhodesia on a path of perpetual conflict, shaping the country’s society, economy, and international standing.
Владислав Шелковенко
19 hours ago3 min read


PSO-1 Scope Review for AK and SVD Rifles
The PSO-1 is more than just a rifle scope — it is a symbol of the Soviet approach to battlefield marksmanship: functional, cost-effective, and built for the realities of war. While modern optics offer more magnification and advanced features, the PSO-1’s rugged reliability and integrated rangefinding have kept it relevant for over half a century. On the SVD, it remains an effective tool for the designated marksman; on AK rifles, it offers a unique blend of Soviet heritage and
Владислав Шелковенко
2 days ago3 min read


Swiss Straight-pull action rifles
Discover the fascinating evolution of Swiss military rifles, from the adoption of smokeless powder in the 1880s to the legendary Karabiner 31. Explore the innovations, rivalries, and technological breakthroughs that shaped the iconic Schmidt-Rubin series and their lasting legacy.
Thomas Anderson
2 days ago4 min read


Swiss Army Rifles - The Vetterli rifles
Often overlooked by collectors, Vetterli rifles are a large and diverse family of firearms with a unique history. In this article, we take a look at the different models.
Thomas Anderson
3 days ago3 min read


Introduction to Swiss Military Rifles
Explore the history of Swiss military firearms, from the 19th-century Vetterli rifle to the modern Stgw.90, and discover how precision engineering shaped Switzerland’s defense.
Thomas Anderson
Aug 117 min read


Arms of the Rhodesian Bush War: Weapons of the Rhodesian Military
A list of main Rhodesian weapons
Владислав Шелковенко
Aug 63 min read


TT vs. PM: Why the Soviet Army Replaced a More Powerful Pistol
What was wrong with the TT-33?
Владислав Шелковенко
Aug 53 min read


The Role of the Selous Scouts in the Rhodesian Bush War
Brief introduction to Selous Scouts
Владислав Шелковенко
Aug 43 min read


Human Rights Violations During the Chechen Wars
The two Chechen wars (1994–1996 and 1999–2009) were among the most brutal and controversial conflicts to emerge from the post-Soviet collapse. Fought between the Russian Federation and separatist forces in the North Caucasus, the wars were marked not only by intense military operations but also by widespread and systematic human rights violations committed by both sides.
Владислав Шелковенко
Aug 13 min read


Hungarian AMD-65: The Warsaw Pact’s Assault Rifle Experiment
Brief overview of the AMD-65
Владислав Шелковенко
Jul 303 min read


Legacy of the Rhodesian African Rifles
Brief history of the Rhodesian African Rifles
Владислав Шелковенко
Jul 293 min read


Life in Grozny During Wartime
What was it like to live in the city of Grozny during the Chechen War?
Владислав Шелковенко
Jul 244 min read


What weapons does the modern Swiss Army use?
An overview of modern day Swiss Army arsenal
Владислав Шелковенко
Jul 113 min read


Top Soviet Binocular Models Used During the Cold War
A list of Soviet binocular models used after the Second World War
Владислав Шелковенко
Jun 243 min read


Why the PPS-43 did not replaced the PPSH-41?
Why Soviets never replaced an outdated weapon with a newer one?
Владислав Шелковенко
Jun 193 min read


The Kalashnikov Machine Gun (PK): Versatility and Longevity
Quick overview of Kalashnikov Machine Gun and some high quality photos
Владислав Шелковенко
Jun 163 min read


DP-27 Machine Gun Returns in Russo-Ukrainian War
PUBG had a point. DP-27 is now back to the battlefield of modern war.
Владислав Шелковенко
Jun 93 min read


Czech Vz. 58: Not Soviet, not an AK
Short history of Vz.58 and how it is used today
Владислав Шелковенко
Jun 73 min read


List of Soviet Weapons of the Great Patriotic War (WW2/Second World War)
A list of all main weapons used by the Red Army during the Second World War
Vlad Besedovskyy
Apr 113 min read


Evolution of the Soviet AK magazines
A guide to different Soviet AK magazines
Vlad Besedovskyy
Apr 65 min read
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