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What was the Washington Naval Treaty (1922)?

Introduction The Washington Naval Treaty, also known as the Five-Power Treaty, was a treaty signed during 1922 among the major Allies of World War I, which agreed to prevent an arms race by limiting naval construction. Refer to London Naval Treaty (1930) and London Naval Treaty (1936). It was negotiated at the Washington Naval Conference,… Read More

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A Brief Outline of UK Military LGV Tests and Examiners

Introduction The following is a brief outline of the UK Military’s Large Goods Vehicle (LGV) tests and examiners. Annual LGV Tests (2011-2020) Year 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Total Individual Service Personnel Awarded Competence(s) 1,445 1,341 1,379 1,082 902 1,035 1,096 1,123 1,026 1,522 The above table shows the total… Read More

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What was the 1998 Cavalese Cable Car Crash?

Introduction The Cavalese cable car crash, also known as the Strage del Cermis (Italian: Massacre of Cermis), occurred on 03 February 1998, near the Italian town of Cavalese, a ski resort in the Dolomites some 25 miles (40 km) northeast of Trento. Twenty people were killed when a United States Marine Corps EA-6B Prowler aircraft,… Read More

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What is a Pincer Movement?

Introduction The pincer movement, or double envelopment, is a military tactic/manoeuvre in which forces simultaneously attack both flanks (sides) of an enemy formation. This classic manoeuvre holds an important foothold throughout the history of warfare. The pincer movement typically occurs when opposing forces advance towards the centre of an army that responds by moving its… Read More

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Conducting a Post-Discharge Job Search

Introduction Are you getting jittery about finding gainful employment after leaving military service? Every year, thousands of former service members find themselves thrust into the civilian economy with many curiosities ahead of them. While it is helpful that the Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) administers a one-day employment preparation workshop for all transitioning service… Read More