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How Don Rickles honed his craft during the greatest conflict in human history

By Jim Fletcher

Left side: Three people standing on a city street during the day. Two women wearing black tops and jeans flank a man in the middle wearing a blue graphic t-shirt, jeans, and a dark jacket. The background shows buildings, a street intersection, and pedestrians. Right side: Silhouette of a soldier holding a rifle, standing against a bright red-orange light source that creates a dramatic glow and rays. The soldier is wearing tactical gear and a helmet, with the scene appearing misty or smoky.

Why you should ‘Rock the Green Beret’ in Nashville for Veterans Day weekend

By Jessica Manfre

The Air Force used a ‘Dog Doo’ transmitter in Vietnam

The Air Force used a ‘Dog Doo’ transmitter in Vietnam

By Miguel Ortiz

The 8 demonstration aircraft flown by the legendary Blue Angels

By Miguel Ortiz

A black and white photo of a naval destroyer ship moving through the water, creating a wake along its side. The ship has a tall mast with antennas and flags, a single smokestack, and multiple gun turrets along the deck. The number "173" is visible on the bow. The background shows a faint outline of land across the water.

The original ‘Philadelphia Experiment’ was about a US Navy cloaking device

This is how modern submarines do not run out of oxygen while submerged

This was the most-feared army of all time

By Bethaney Phillips

Five men in military uniforms from the Civil War era are posed indoors. Four are standing, and one is seated on a chair in the center. The men wear double-breasted coats with shoulder straps and kepi hats. One man on the far left has a crutch leaning against a chair beside him. The man on the far right holds a sword and stands with a slight lean. The setting includes a patterned carpet and an ornate chair.

This Civil War general might be the most interesting man of the 19th century

By Miguel Ortiz

A black and white photo of an early aircraft carrier at sea, showing a flat flight deck with a large superstructure and mast on the left side. Smoke is coming from the funnel, and the ship is surrounded by calm water. The design appears to be from the early 20th century, with a relatively simple and utilitarian structure.

The Navy converted side-wheel paddle steamers into WWII aircraft carriers

By Miguel Ortiz

A large warehouse filled with numerous stacked mailbags on both sides of a central aisle. Several men, some in uniform and others in suits, are standing or walking among the mailbags. The space is supported by wooden beams and lit by overhead lights, creating a busy and organized atmosphere. The image appears to be historical, likely from the early 20th century.

Here’s how the USPS delivered 12 million letters a week during WWI

By Bethaney Phillips

The left side shows a military aircraft interior with multiple flag-draped coffins lined up, attended by soldiers in uniform. The right side features a group selfie with a soldier wearing sunglasses and tactical gear, smiling alongside several civilians, including children and men wearing blue caps, against a plain wall.

‘Was it worth it?’ One year out of Afghanistan, a Marine reflects on service

By Jessica Manfre

Snipers may have changed the course of the entire Revolutionary War

Tripoli military force

America’s first authorization for use of military force came in 1801

The Airbus Zephyr completed the longest recorded drone flight during an Army test

By Miguel Ortiz

The 5 most common causes of death in the US military during the Global War on Terror

Today in military history: First American destroyer sunk by enemy

Today in military history: First American destroyer sunk by enemy

4 of Army’s best spirit spots since they broke their 14-year losing streak

4 of Army’s best spirit spots since they broke their 14-year losing streak

By Miguel Ortiz

Today in military history: Germany declares war against the US

Today in military history: Germany declares war against the US

Today in military history: Continental Army enters winter camp at Valley Forge

Today in military history: Continental Army enters winter camp at Valley Forge

This Army Reserve holiday short film is the hug we all need

This Army Reserve holiday short film is the hug we all need

Battle of Missionary Ridge

This Civil War ‘miracle’ was the beginning of the end of the Confederacy

airman at Fort Huachuca

The complete post guide to Fort Huachuca

By Jessica Evans

The 5 fastest conquests of France in military history

The 5 fastest conquests of France in military history

How wounded vets can earn solo skydiving licenses

By Shannon Corbeil

hill afb thunderbirds

The complete guide to Hill Air Force Base

By Jessica Evans

After 77 years as a ‘John Doe,’ WWII veteran’s remains identified and returned home

By Bethaney Phillips

boom supersonic overture

The US Air Force is a partner on the new Boom supersonic commercial jet

By Miguel Ortiz

A split image with the left side showing a textured, vintage-style American flag with visible stars and stripes in faded red, white, and blue colors. The right side features a black-and-white photo of a man in military uniform sitting on a bench in front of an American flag. The man is looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression. A vertical red, white, and blue stripe separates the two images.

Green Beret joins Warrior Rising in expanding veteran entrepreneurship

By Jessica Manfre

This Navy hero’s descendants were baptized on the ship named after him

By Miguel Ortiz

Cdr. Richard Marcinko, the first commanding officer of SEAL Team SIX, dies at 81

Cdr. Richard Marcinko, the first commanding officer of SEAL Team SIX, dies at 81

By Miguel Ortiz

A black and white photograph showing a large wooden structure, possibly a dam or lock, under construction along a riverbank. Several workers are visible on top of the structure. The river flows behind the construction site, with trees lining the opposite bank and hills in the background. Smoke rises from a boat or industrial site across the river.

Today in military history: Congress establishes Army Corps of Engineers

A historical scene depicting a group of men in 18th-century military uniforms on a sandy beach. Some men are standing or walking, while others are pushing or pulling wooden rowboats into the water. Several sailboats and rowboats are visible on the choppy sea, with a partly cloudy sky overhead. The shoreline has some greenery and palm trees in the background.

Today in military history: Battle of Nassau – first US amphibious landing

A large, gray naval ship docked at a pier with two gangways extending to the shore. The ship has multiple antennas and masts, a lifeboat on the side, and the letters "GER" visible on the bow. Several people are walking and standing on the pier near the ship. In the background, there is a river with smaller boats and a cityscape of high-rise buildings under a partly cloudy sky.

N. Korea seizes US ship ‘Pueblo’

The Air Force kicked off its 75th anniversary with the Tournament of Roses Parade and the Rose Bowl

The Air Force kicked off its 75th anniversary with the Tournament of Roses Parade and the Rose Bowl

By Miguel Ortiz

An elderly man in a military flight suit and cap stands confidently with hands on hips in front of a large vintage aircraft marked "MATS" on the fuselage. The aircraft has a polished metal exterior and propeller engines. The man is smiling and looking slightly upward.

Berlin Airlift ‘Candy Bomber’ Col. Gail Halvorsen dies at 101

By Miguel Ortiz

A group of U.S. Air Force personnel in formal blue uniforms and white gloves stand in formation in front of a large C-17 military transport aircraft. Three members in the center hold flags, and the aircraft's nose and part of its fuselage are visible, displaying "U.S. AIR FORCE," "C-17," and "0025 412TH TW" markings. The scene is outdoors on a clear day with a blue sky.

This Air Force Honor Guard traveled a record-breaking 1 million miles in 2021

By Miguel Ortiz

A long line of soldiers standing in formation, each holding a rifle with a bayonet attached. They are wearing dark uniforms and hats, standing on a dirt ground next to a row of tents. The image is black and white, suggesting it is from a historical period.

Today in military history: Puerto Ricans become US citizens to fight with Allies

A group of military amphibious vehicles carrying soldiers is moving through shallow water toward a shoreline with mountains in the background. The image is in black and white, showing the vehicles creating splashes as they advance.

Today in military history: Operation Ripper drives communist forces north

Air Force veteran and Tejano rapper, ZEUS, to release new album

Air Force veteran and Tejano rapper, ZEUS, to release new album

By Vincent Vargas

Large military aircraft carrier ship at sea with crew members standing on the deck and along the edges, featuring a prominent bow anchor chain and various antennas and equipment on the superstructure. A small boat is visible near the stern of the ship. The image is in black and white.

This was the only American carrier sunk in the Atlantic during WWII

By Miguel Ortiz

A pilot wearing a helmet labeled "MAVERICK" and an oxygen mask is seated in the cockpit of a fighter jet flying over the ocean, accompanied by three other fighter jets in formation.

Final ‘Top Gun 2’ trailer will give you ‘Goose’ bumps

By Shannon Corbeil

Left side: A person in military camouflage uniform holds a gray stuffed animal resembling a donkey. The background is a plain, overcast sky. Right side: A group of soldiers in camouflage uniforms march under a tree canopy. The soldier in front carries a red flag with yellow text and emblem.

How this child with a heart condition became a Marine for a day

By Miguel Ortiz

SIG Sauer won the Army’s new rifle and machine gun contract for $20.4 million

SIG Sauer won the Army’s new rifle and machine gun contract for $20.4 million

By Miguel Ortiz

The laugh you need: Top 10 military TikToks of the week

The laugh you need: Top 10 military TikToks of the week

By Jessica Evans

Navy shoots down cruise missile drone with an electric laser in ground-breaking first

Navy shoots down cruise missile drone with an electric laser in ground-breaking first

By Miguel Ortiz

The Veterans Crisis Line has a new 3-digit phone number

The Veterans Crisis Line has a new 3-digit phone number

By Miguel Ortiz

The 18 greatest fighter aircraft of all time

The 18 greatest fighter aircraft of all time

By Ward Carroll

How the legendary U-2 spy plane landed on an aircraft carrier

Three men are shown in a black and white photo. Two of them are wearing military dress uniforms and holding guitars, while the third man, dressed in a suit, is speaking to them. They are positioned in front of a curtain, with a microphone stand visible between the two men in uniform.

Former Marine Don Everly of the Everly Brothers passed away at 84

By Miguel Ortiz

These 17 hilarious reviews of MREs from troops in the field will bring back memories

These 17 hilarious reviews of MREs from troops in the field will bring back memories

By Blake Stilwell

5 hints that your deployment is about to get extended

By Eric Milzarski

This is why ACUs have buttons on their pants and a zipper on the blouse

By Eric Milzarski

5 reasons why Rip It is the go-to energy drink for infantrymen

By Tim Kirkpatrick

most decorated sailor

This is the most decorated enlisted sailor in US military history

By Blake Stilwell

apache helicopter

This is why the Apache helicopter is a tank’s worst nightmare

By Harold C. Hutchison

7 craziest moments in Army history

How the Rag-tag Circus begged, borrowed, and stole vehicles in its drive across Germany

How the Rag-tag Circus begged, borrowed, and stole vehicles in its drive across Germany

By James Elphick

4 war comics that would make great movies

By Eric Milzarski

‘Greatest Beer Run Ever’ trailer based on crazy true story

By Shannon Corbeil

8 events in Netflix’s ‘Purple Hearts’ that would never actually happen

By Bethaney Phillips

This is why Lt. Col. Lee Archer is one of the most famous pilots in history

Paratroopers launching from a plane

Paratroopers carry reserve chutes…and sometimes flotation devices

By Miguel Ortiz

That time the Navy considered flying Harriers off Iowa-class battleships

That time the Navy considered flying Harriers off Iowa-class battleships

By Harold C. Hutchison

7 more phrases old school veterans can’t stop saying — and we love it

7 more phrases old school veterans can’t stop saying — and we love it

By Tim Kirkpatrick