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Czech ammunition for Ukrainian Rapira tested in Rivne region 2 min read An artillery unit of one of the mechanized brigades of the Ground Forces has tested the Czech-made 100-mm UOF12 projectiles for the MT-12 Rapira anti-tank gun at the Rivne military range, the press service of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry has reported. "In accordance with the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for UOF12 projectiles, a significant shortage of which arose due to fires at arsenals, Ukraine's Ministry of Defense signed a public contract for the purchase of this type of ammunition in the Czech Repub...

USS Houston (CL 81), in a hard turn with her underside exposed, felt the torpedo explosion across the ship. Commander William Behrens recalled “that all propulsive power and steering control was immediately lost. The ship took a list to starboard of 16 degrees. All main electrical power was immediately lost.” The tactical situation was still perilous, and with Houston “rolling sluggishly in the trough of the sea… her main deck [dipping] under at frequent intervals,” Behrens ordered Houstonabandoned, save key personnel and damage control parties. USS Boston (CA 69) took Houston ...

First stage of reforming Armed Forces significantly contributes to NATO compatibility – Defense Minister 2 min read The first stage of reforming the Armed Forces of Ukraine within the framework of the defense reform has brought it significantly closer to becoming compatible with the NATO requirements, Minister of Defense of Ukraine Andriy Taran said. "Now there is a process of legal regulation of the division of responsibilities between the Ministry and the General Staff in accordance with democratic principles: the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine should formulate policy, while the G...

New structure of Armed Forces, control system proves effective – Khomchak 2 min read The new structure of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the control system has proven effective and was praised by Ukraine's international partners, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Colonel General Ruslan Khomchak said in connection with the anniversary of the completion of the first stage of reforming the Armed Forces of Ukraine. "The new troop structure and control system has proven effective and was highly praised by our international partners, in particular, during the strategic c...

By JLNJ Staff | February 04, 2021 (Courtesy of Special in Uniform) Twenty-six percent of adults in the United States live with a disability, and according to the Centers for Disease Control, “Including people with disabilities in everyday activities and encouraging them to have roles similar to their peers who do not have a disability … involves more than simply encouraging people; it requires making sure that adequate policies and practices are in effect in a community or organization.” A program that is quickly gaining the attention of U.S. officials is Jewish National ...