TOP 10 Attack Helicopters of the World And the Present

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Flying Mi-28 tank. «Night hunter» (USSR)

This machine became the successor to the well-established Mi-24, only without a cargo compartment. Having gained experience in battles in Afghanistan, Soviet designers set about creating a more powerful machine — ideally armored and armed. The main objective of this helicopter was the lowest possible flight above the ground, the quick search and destruction of enemy targets. Over time, the helicopter was subject to some improvements. The Mi-28N “Night Hunter” modification was able to strike in various weather conditions and at night, and was also equipped with more powerful guns, bombs and missiles. Nevertheless, the crew of such a helicopter consisted of only two people.

SOCIETY 20 Photos From the Days of Prohibition

20 Photos From the Days of Prohibition

In the United States, Prohibition began to operate in 1920 and continued right up to 1933. For 13 years, people have tried in every possible way to circumvent the ban on the sale, production and transportation of alcohol, staged demonstrations, protests, and massively engaged in smuggling. In our time, it is still difficult to imagine the effect of this law in full force. However, what the consequences may be and how people lived during the prohibitions on alcohol can be seen in the next photo selection.