Military defence history spans centuries of evolving tactics, technologies, and strategies. From ancient fortifications and mediaeval warfare to gunpowder empires and modern mechanised armies, defence has shaped civilisations. Innovations like tanks, radar, nuclear weapons, and cyber warfare reflect ongoing adaptation. Defence history mirrors humanity’s constant pursuit of security and dominance.
Historical
In 1999, the F-117 Nighthawk, a symbol of American stealth technology, faced an unexpected defeat over Yugoslavia....
On October 18, 2024, Alaskans celebrated the 157th anniversary of Alaska’s historic transfer from Russia to the...
The French Exocet missile is one of the most feared anti-ship weapons in military history. Renowned for...
The Iran-Iraq War (1980–1988) was one of the longest conventional wars of the 20th century, marked by...
The Gulf War, also known as Operation Desert Storm, featured fierce air combat between coalition forces and...
In 1986-1987, India conducted Operation Brasstacks, the largest military exercise in its history. However, beneath the surface...
David Ben-Gurion, Israel’s first prime minister, made several critical observations about Pakistan during a visit to France...
