This footage, provided by a PDF media outlet, shows members of several different PDF units working together to attack a local Junta-owned military outpost in the Mingin region. This video is somewhat rare in that it features bodycam and drone footage of the same event. Resources being what they are, Myanmar footage tends to be one or the other.

This video is largely typical of PDF actions against static targets in Myanmar. The PDF units come together to strike a coordinated target- in this case, a base- with a mix of weapons that usually feature the RPG, AK and AR/M16 platforms. When the drone bombs are considered in addition, it’s impressive to realize that many of these PDF units that began the conflict with slam-bang zip guns and black powder antiques are now on an equipment parity with some of the units fighting in Ukraine.

 

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Cole Simms is an Air Guardsman, NASA enthusiast, police officer, and security contractor with particular experience in austere environments. Outside of work, he volunteers as a Stop The Bleed instructor for area schools. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and blends his knowledge and experience to write analysis for Funker530.

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