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A large group of soldiers in uniform and helmets marching down a cobblestone street, flanked by crowds of onlookers on both sides. The soldiers are carrying rifles and wearing long coats. In the background, there is a large, classical-style building with tall windows and columns, and another grand building further down the street. Some people in the crowd are standing next to bicycles. The scene appears to be from a historical period, possibly early to mid-20th century.

The first American killed in World War II died in Norway

A black and white photo of a pilot in full flight gear standing on the ladder of a U.S. Air Force jet aircraft. The pilot is smiling and holding a helmet in one hand. The aircraft has "U.S. AIR" visible on its side and is parked on a tarmac with hangars in the background.

How airline pilot and Vietnam War hero Carl Gamble saved his passengers from a hijacker

A black and white photo of a naval destroyer ship numbered 557, floating on calm water near a city shoreline. The ship has multiple gun turrets, two large smokestacks, and a tall radar mast. Several crew members are visible standing on the deck. The background shows a cityscape with buildings and a distinctive tall, pointed tower.

The USS Johnston is the US Navy’s deepest shipwreck

london wwii air raids where serial killer was

The British soldier who used German air raids to become a serial killer

jimmie howard most decorated platoon

Jimmie Howard led the USMC’s most decorated platoon

By Jessica Evans

army why you should shoot with both eyes open

The reasons why you should shoot with both eyes open, according to a Green Beret

By Tim Kirkpatrick

6 reasons soldiers hate on the Marines

6 reasons soldiers hate on the Marines

By Eric Milzarski

naval warfare vessel

This is how ship oars revolutionized ancient naval warfare

The complete guide to military bases in Tennessee

By Jessica Evans

The complete guide to Navy uniforms

By Jessica Evans

Coast Guard graduates

The complete guide to Coast Guard ranks

By Jessica Evans

air force ranks

The complete guide to Air Force ranks

By Jessica Evans

A military fighter jet is landing or taking off on a runway surrounded by green grass and dense forest with tall trees in the background. The jet is gray with visible landing gear and external fuel tanks or weapons mounted under its wings. Dust or smoke is visible near the runway behind the jet.

This is the iconic European fighter that can operate anywhere

One of Navy’s most stunning victories had a breakfast break

One of Navy’s most stunning victories had a breakfast break

This Indian military unit fought for the Nazis

This Indian military unit fought for the Nazis

A U.S. Army field ration can with its lid removed, showing three round biscuits, two small packets of Domino sugar tablets, a small wrapped block of coffee, a small metal key, and a small open tin containing what appears to be instant coffee granules. The can is labeled with contents and manufacturer information from Loose-Wiles Biscuit Company, Chicago, Illinois.

This is how chocolate fueled victories after the first world war

A black and white illustration of a large battleship moving through the water, creating a wake on both sides. The ship features multiple large gun turrets, two at the front, two at the rear, and several smaller turrets along the sides. The superstructure is complex with various antennas, smokestacks, and other naval equipment. The ship appears to be heavily armed and designed for naval warfare.

‘The Greatest Raid of All’ was an explosive seaborne suicide mission

This is how modern night vision compares to those found in animals

This is how modern night vision compares to those found in animals

7 life events inappropriately described using military lingo

7 life events inappropriately described using military lingo

tinker air force base

The complete guide to Air Force bases

By Jessica Evans

fort belvoir is one of the military bases in Virginia

The complete guide to Army & military bases in Virginia

By Jessica Evans

remember WWII veterans

‘Remember WWII’ founder is begging you to interview WWII veterans — before it’s too late

This is how military tires can withstand the rough terrain of combat

Vietnam War intense firefight

That time CBS captured an intense firefight in Vietnam

These were the terrifying dangers of being a ‘Tunnel Rat’ in Vietnam

These were the terrifying dangers of being a ‘Tunnel Rat’ in Vietnam

By Tim Kirkpatrick

This is why the 3rd Infantry Division is called ‘Rock of the Marne’

By James Elphick

merchant marines

The complete guide to Merchant Marines

By Jessica Evans

marine corps ranks

The complete guide to Marine ranks

By Jessica Evans

Fairly Smooth Operator: My Life Occasionally at the Tip of the Spear author

Coastie-turned-CIA-analyst releases novel about life ‘at the tip of the spear’

By Shannon Corbeil

pin-ups for vets

17th annual Pin-Ups for Vets calendar showcases stars-in-the-making

By Shannon Corbeil

5 stereotypes of companies that will never go out of business in a military town

5 stereotypes of companies that will never go out of business in a military town

This is what it felt like to be the ‘FNG’ in Vietnam

By Tim Kirkpatrick

A large plume of thick black smoke rises from a burning ship on the left side of the image, with visible flames near the waterline. To the right, a military ship is sailing on calm water, emitting a small amount of dark smoke from its smokestack. The scene is set against a hazy sky with the water reflecting light.

4 times the Iranian navy got beat down in the Persian Gulf

By Blake Stilwell

military terms airmen understand

32 terms only airmen will understand

Biplane with a black and white striped nose, wooden struts, and dark wings, parked on a grassy field under a clear blue sky. The tail features red, white, and blue vertical stripes.

America’s first fighter plane blinded pilots and lost its wings

A variety of potatoes in different shapes and colors, including shades of purple, red, yellow, and brown, closely packed together. The potatoes have a natural, slightly rough texture with some small eyes and blemishes visible.

How a destroyer won a World War II battle with only potatoes

By Blake Stilwell

These pistols are carried by NCOs at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

These pistols are carried by NCOs at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

By Blake Stilwell

Carl Spaatz WWI

The Air Force’s first Chief of Staff snuck to the front of World War I to kill 3 Germans

Two black-and-white photos of a man in U.S. Army uniform. The left photo is a close-up portrait showing the man with short hair and a serious expression, wearing a jacket with "U.S. ARMY" visible. The right photo shows the same man outdoors, wearing a helmet and holding a rifle, with a watch on his left wrist and military patches on his uniform.

This Purple Heart recipient was the most decorated Native American soldier in US history

By Bethaney Phillips

Schofield Barracks jump

The complete post guide to Schofield Barracks

By Jessica Evans

A soldier wearing desert camouflage uniform, tactical vest, and helmet with a mounted camera or light, holding a rifle while looking to the side. The background is a sandy, arid environment with some dry vegetation.

Here’s why some Corpsmen are considered Marines, and some aren’t

By Tim Kirkpatrick

4 dangers medics face while deployed in combat

4 dangers medics face while deployed in combat

By Tim Kirkpatrick

4 ways to avoid getting your ass kicked by SEAL Team 6

4 ways to avoid getting your ass kicked by SEAL Team 6

By Harold C. Hutchison

The complete hater’s guide to the US Navy

The complete hater’s guide to the US Navy

This is why Daffy Duck changed his service branch

oceana Navy bases in Virginia

The complete guide to Navy bases in Virginia

By Jessica Evans

The ‘mythical head shot’ and why it’s so lethal

The ‘mythical head shot’ and why it’s so lethal

Two men, one in a suit and hat and the other in a uniform and cap, stand outside a brick building with broken windows. The man in the suit is holding a flashlight and pointing it toward the ground near the building's foundation. The scene appears to be an investigation or inspection.

The time the Air Force accidentally launched a rocket at a Chicago school

By Miguel Ortiz

A black-and-white photo of a man in a suit and tie pointing at a large map on the wall with a pen. The man is smiling slightly and looking towards the camera. The map behind him shows various geographical features and boundaries.

This Army General helped Walt Disney build his Magic Kingdom in a swamp

By Miguel Ortiz

How Naval logistics evolved throughout the history of combat

The Army’s new rifle qualification is more realistic

The Army’s new rifle qualification is more realistic

By Miguel Ortiz

navy birthday celebration

Happy birthday, Navy! A guide to America’s Naval force

By Jessica Evans

77 years after he deployed for WWII, hospice gave this couple the wedding photos they always wanted

By Miguel Ortiz

Davis-Monthan AFB

The complete base guide to Davis-Monthan AFB

By Jessica Evans

This is what a silencer for howitzers looks like

This is what a silencer for howitzers looks like

By Blake Stilwell

The 11 best air forces in the world

The 11 best air forces in the world

By Harold C. Hutchison

18 terms only soldiers will understand

18 terms only soldiers will understand

4 unusual tasks Corpsmen do that their recruiters left out

By Tim Kirkpatrick

A split image with two scenes: on the left, a group of soldiers in camouflage uniforms and tactical gear walking purposefully, with one soldier in the center wearing a tan shirt and visible tattoos on his arms; on the right, a man wearing a camouflage cap and a black t-shirt with "ARMY" printed on it, smiling while playing an acoustic guitar and singing into a microphone, with a blurred natural background.

Country music star Michael Ray ‘Inside the Base’ of West Point

By Jessica Manfre

atlantic gap danger

Why the Atlantic Gap was so deadly early in WWII

Military attack helicopter in flight with visible pilots inside the cockpit, equipped with rocket pods and a machine gun mounted on the front, painted in a light gray color with "MARINES" marked on the tail boom.

3 major reasons plastic changed the face of war

A man wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and blue striped tie is sitting on a red chair, gesturing with his hands and smiling. The background is a wooden panel wall.

These 6 veterans went on to become famous NBA players

Army regulations

4 Army regulations every soldier pushes to the limits

By Eric Milzarski

How baseball helped sell record numbers of WWII war bonds

How baseball helped sell record numbers of WWII war bonds