Todd South
Editor-at-large
Todd South has written about crime, courts, government and the military for multiple publications since 2004 and was named a 2014 Pulitzer finalist for a co-written project on witness intimidation. Todd is a Marine veteran of the Iraq War.
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Fort Benning upgrades range to accommodate new sniper rifle
The new rifle can strike targets at 1,500 to 1,800 meters.
Active-duty retention success hurts Reserve and Guard recruiting
Retention is also up in the reserve forces but recruiting is down and active recruiting may not meet increased needs, creating further manpower challenges.
The Marine Corps is buying new body armor as it works to upgrade the fit, feel and protection of vital gear
The new inserts and carriers provide a better fit for greater mobility.
Despite rumblings of a coup, US military remains focused on humanitarian assistance in Venezuelan crisis
President Trump floated the idea and has had officials meet with dissidents to look at coup options.
New optic needed for machine gun, .50 caliber and automatic grenade launcher
Officials want the optic to help shooters find and hit the target faster.
This new helmet offers greater protection, options at a lighter weight
The F70 helmet can also accommodate Peltor hearing devices and additional facial protection.
This advanced night vision goggle is headed to Army and Marine units sooner than you think
An early version of the capability, ENVG-III, will be fielded in the coming months, followed later next year by the ENVG-B.
Check out the upgrades on the way for this 7.62 mm machine gun
An adjustable buttstock and check weld will help soldiers find the right fit when firing.
This military grade pistol is now available for civilian purchase
The handgun has many of the same features of its civilian version but with some significant upgrades.
Major changes for small arms are on the way with the Army’s SAW replacement
Five companies have until June to submit their prototypes.
