Military Periscope has been the defense industry's premier online database for accurate open-source global defense information since 1986. We offer timely in-depth coverage of orders of battle, equipment inventories, plans and programs for more than 165 nations. Plus, there are descriptions and technical characteristics of virtually every major weapon, platform and system worldwide. In addition, users have up-to-date information on international terrorist organizations and United Nations' peacekeeping missions. Our researchers detail the composition of land, sea and air forces of more than 165 nations, including equipment, personnel strength and structure. Plus, you get information on deployment, plans, programs and budgets. And, in relevant cases, we report on each country’s alliances, opposition and paramilitary forces.