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A member of the Israeli Defense Force (IDF) seen wearing a Mitznefet, or 'chef's hat'

Israeli Troops’ ‘Chef’s Hat’ Helmet Covers Explained Israeli Troops’ ‘Chef’s Hat’ Helmet Covers Explained

By Oliver Parken

Nov 13 3:00 PM EST

Here’s The Story Behind That Viral Video Of Napoleonic Armor Smashed Through By A Cannonball

Here’s The Story Behind That Viral Video Of Napoleonic Armor Smashed Through By A Cannonball Here’s The Story Behind That Viral Video Of Napoleonic Armor Smashed Through By A Cannonball

By Brett Tingley

Jan 6 2:48 PM EST

Army Halts Widely-Hyped Multi-Billion Dollar Advanced Augmented Reality Goggle Program (Updated)

Army Halts Widely-Hyped Multi-Billion Dollar Advanced Augmented Reality Goggle Program (Updated) Army Halts Widely-Hyped Multi-Billion Dollar Advanced Augmented Reality Goggle Program (Updated)

By Joseph Trevithick

Oct 14 1:01 PM EDT

This Is What A Black Hawk Helicopter Looks Like Through The Army’s New Night Vision Goggles

This Is What A Black Hawk Helicopter Looks Like Through The Army’s New Night Vision Goggles This Is What A Black Hawk Helicopter Looks Like Through The Army’s New Night Vision Goggles

By Brett Tingley

Jul 8 3:02 PM EDT

Check Out This Backpack-Mounted Signals Intelligence System Worn By A Marine Special Operator

Check Out This Backpack-Mounted Signals Intelligence System Worn By A Marine Special Operator Check Out This Backpack-Mounted Signals Intelligence System Worn By A Marine Special Operator

By Joseph Trevithick

May 27 10:44 PM EDT

Army Makes Gargantuan Bet On New Augmented Reality Goggles For Its Soldiers

Army Makes Gargantuan Bet On New Augmented Reality Goggles For Its Soldiers Army Makes Gargantuan Bet On New Augmented Reality Goggles For Its Soldiers

By Joseph Trevithick

Apr 4 12:28 PM EDT

The View Through The Army’s New Night Vision Goggles Looks Straight Out Of A Video Game

The View Through The Army’s New Night Vision Goggles Looks Straight Out Of A Video Game The View Through The Army’s New Night Vision Goggles Looks Straight Out Of A Video Game

By Joseph Trevithick

Nov 12 4:09 PM EST

When You Get “Killed” In A Chinese Wargame Smoke Pops Out The Top Of Your Helmet

When You Get “Killed” In A Chinese Wargame Smoke Pops Out The Top Of Your Helmet When You Get “Killed” In A Chinese Wargame Smoke Pops Out The Top Of Your Helmet

By Joseph Trevithick

Jun 10 8:32 PM EDT

This Is What Color Night Vision Looks Like And It Stands To Be A Game Changer

This Is What Color Night Vision Looks Like And It Stands To Be A Game Changer This Is What Color Night Vision Looks Like And It Stands To Be A Game Changer

By Joseph Trevithick and Tyler Rogoway

Jul 5 4:37 AM EDT

Night Vision Goggle-Wearing Taliban Are Terrible News for Afghan and US Forces

Night Vision Goggle-Wearing Taliban Are Terrible News for Afghan and US Forces Night Vision Goggle-Wearing Taliban Are Terrible News for Afghan and US Forces

By Joseph Trevithick

Jun 29 11:53 PM EDT

Soldiers Can Look Like Star Wars Bounty Hunters With This Crazy Helmet

Soldiers Can Look Like Star Wars Bounty Hunters With This Crazy Helmet Soldiers Can Look Like Star Wars Bounty Hunters With This Crazy Helmet

By Tyler Rogoway

Jun 24 1:48 PM EDT

This Is What A Continental Army Soldier Carried During The Revolutionary War

This Is What A Continental Army Soldier Carried During The Revolutionary War This Is What A Continental Army Soldier Carried During The Revolutionary War

By Tyler Rogoway

Jun 14 6:16 AM EDT

Air Controller Wowed By Pilot’s Ability To See Mystery Object Over Las Vegas With Night Vision (Updated)

Air Controller Wowed By Pilot’s Ability To See Mystery Object Over Las Vegas With Night Vision (Updated) Air Controller Wowed By Pilot’s Ability To See Mystery Object Over Las Vegas With Night Vision (Updated)

By Tyler Rogoway

Mar 20 10:59 PM EDT

This Crazy Contraption Was Supposed To Help Aussie Troops Carry Their Guns. It Did The Opposite.

This Crazy Contraption Was Supposed To Help Aussie Troops Carry Their Guns. It Did The Opposite. This Crazy Contraption Was Supposed To Help Aussie Troops Carry Their Guns. It Did The Opposite.

By Joseph Trevithick

Mar 15 7:58 PM EDT

The Pentagon’s Tiny Covert Mics That Clip Onto Your Teeth Are A Game Changer

The Pentagon’s Tiny Covert Mics That Clip Onto Your Teeth Are A Game Changer The Pentagon’s Tiny Covert Mics That Clip Onto Your Teeth Are A Game Changer

By Joseph Trevithick

Sep 11 8:02 PM EDT

This Ancient Suit Of Elephant Armor Holds The Record For The Largest Of Its Kind

This Ancient Suit Of Elephant Armor Holds The Record For The Largest Of Its Kind This Ancient Suit Of Elephant Armor Holds The Record For The Largest Of Its Kind

By Tyler Rogoway

Jan 20 7:26 PM EST