The F6F, more properly the Grumman F6F Hellcat, was a carrier based fighter aircraft. Utilized almost exclusively in the Pacific Theater, it was one of the most effective fighters of any nationality during WWII.
F6F Grumman Hellcat Fighter
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Frog Skin Camo
Frog skin camo, officially the M1942 Frog Skin pattern, is an iconic camouflage pattern most commonly associated with WWII’s Pacific Theater. Often referred to as Duck Hunter camo, frogskin camo was the U.S. military’s first real attempt at a disruptive coloration camouflage pattern.
Tactical Gifts: a Guide That Hopefully Doesn’t Suck
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Hey, everyone, my name is Ryan and I had sleep apnea. It turns out my constant tiredness, snoring and randomly gasping awake was my body slowly killing me. I had to eventually swallow my pride and see a doctor and find out what was wrong with me.
Murk: Merk Definition and Murk Meaning
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The FN 5.7×28 Round Explained
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