History

A Brief History of (Alleged) Military Laser Weapon Kills

Which country pulled off the first use of a military laser weapon in combat? Depends on who you ask.

Jun 5 •

That Time the Soviet Union Allegedly Used Laser Weapons Against Chinese Troops

The CIA even suggested Henry Kissinger ask the Chinese government about it.

May 8 •

Watch Rare Footage of a US Military Laser Shooting Down a Drone in 1973

It was the first time in military history a laser weapon had disabled an aerial target.

Jan 31 •

Where Are All the Phaser Guns?

A brief survey of real-life military laser guns.

Jan 23 •

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