Introduction Military veterans can face unique challenges when reintegrating into civilian life. From dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to managing anxiety and depression, the transition can be incredibly tough. However, one approach gaining traction for its effectiveness in improving mental health among veterans is the use of emotional support animals (ESAs; also known as… Read More
Introduction A schiltron (also spelled sheltron, sceld-trome, schiltrom, or shiltron) is a compact body of troops forming a battle array, shield wall or phalanx. The term is most often associated with Scottish pike formations during the Wars of Scottish Independence in the late 13th and early 14th centuries (refer to tactical formation). Etymology The term… Read More
Introduction The pike square (German: Gevierthaufen, lit. ‘square crowd’, or Gewalthaufen lit. ‘crowd of force’) was a military tactical formation in which 10 rows of men in 10 columns wielded pikes. It was developed by the Swiss Confederacy during the 14th century for use by its infantry. Brief History The pike square was used to… Read More
Introduction An infantry square, also known as a hollow square, was a historic close order formation used in combat by infantry units, usually when threatened with cavalry attack. To deploy its weapons effectively, a traditional infantry unit would generally form a line; but the line was vulnerable to more nimble cavalry, which could sweep around… Read More
Introduction Sexual assault is a serious crime that can have devastating consequences for the victim. Unfortunately, it is a problem that exists within the US military as well. There are various websites that have plenty of resources on how you can defend yourself if you are a service member accused of sexual assault. This article… Read More
Introduction A diamond formation is a formation of four or more aircraft, soldiers on horseback, players in a team sport, etc., wherein the elements of the group adopt a diamond, or kite, shape. Aircraft As few as four aircraft can establish the formation and conventionally the largest number is sixteen, in “tight formation”: 1, 2,… Read More
Introduction An armoured spearhead is a formation of armoured fighting vehicles, mostly tanks, that form the front of an offensive thrust during a battle. The idea is to concentrate as much firepower into a small front as possible so that any defenders in front of them will be overwhelmed. As the spearhead moves forward, infantry… Read More
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