Videos tagged with Military Reserves

The US military is experiencing a significant boost in ammunition production, primarily concerning 155mm shells. This increase is partly due to Ukraine establishing its own 155mm shell production, supported by European raw materials and components. This development theoretically allows the US to redirect production towards rebuilding its own reserves, which were depleted due to supplying Ukraine. The speaker emphasizes the potential impact on small arms ammunition production if raw material supplies are strained.

This podcast episode discusses the looming ammunition shortage, attributing it primarily to increased global demand driven by conflicts in Ukraine and Israel. Manufacturers are diverting powder and components to replenish military reserves and support allied nations, leading to reduced availability and increased costs for civilian consumers. The discussion emphasizes the need for pragmatism and responsible consumption among shooters.

This video explains the current skyrocketing prices and shortages of ammunition and gunpowder by focusing on the raw materials. It identifies lead styphnate in primers and nitrocellulose in gunpowder as key components facing scarcity. The speaker notes that increased demand from military aid to Ukraine and Israel, coupled with reduced civilian production by manufacturers working on government contracts, exacerbates these issues.

This video discusses the potential escalation of global conflict, questioning if World War III has already begun. The creator points to media frenzy surrounding the announcement of additional reserve troops being eligible for deployment to Europe as a trigger for this discussion. The video emphasizes that, in their view, such a war has already been underway for some time. It promotes the channel's website for SHTF prepping and community networking, and a SubscribeStar page for exclusive content and direct communication. A discount code for MIRA Safety CBRN protection is also provided.