Ukraine's Gonzo Tank Crew Fights At Night, Too—And That's A Big Deal
As the 46-ton T-72M1R tanks began arriving in Ukraine, planners assigned some of them to the new 3rd Assault Brigade. It was the beginning of a beautiful friendship.
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As the 46-ton T-72M1R tanks began arriving in Ukraine, planners assigned some of them to the new 3rd Assault Brigade. It was the beginning of a beautiful friendship.
The two 50-pound TOW missiles in the Bradley’s turret-mounted launcher can blast through a T-72’s armor from any angle from as far away as 3,500 yards.
All three tanks types the brigade operates—in at least one battalion with around 30 tanks—are based on the classic Soviet T-72.
Down 2,000 tanks, Russia is using clever tactics to keep them alive. Here's how.
After an almost 20-year hiatus, the United States and NATO alliesmay once again prioritize Russia as a potential threat to thecommon European security. NATO should send a strong signal toMoscow that its aggression will not stand. This should be donethrough diplomacy, international organizations, and inventiveeconomic measures. The U.S., its allies, and Europe must doeverything possible to reverse Russian aggression against Georgiaand to prevent hostile action against European countries.