Definition Noun The required space for a vessel to maneuver safely. Origin 16th century. Comments It should go without saying that most vessels don’t exactly
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War Game: Sinking a Battleship With Tanks
General Purpose Analytical Scope and Level Range of Command Levels Tactical Military Services Involved U.S. Navy, U.S. Army Type of Operations Anti-shipping [Hypothetical] Area of
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Book Review: Thud Ridge & Going Downtown by Jack Broughton
Thud Ridge Colonel Jacksel “Jack” Broughton’s personal memoir of his time flying the F-105 Thunderchief (AKA the Thud) in Vietnam. This book is perhaps most
