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The dopest generation of troops are clearly ’90s kids

The dopest generation of troops are clearly ’90s kids

By Samantha Peterson

George Bush being pulled from the water

Watch the actual WWII sea rescue footage of George Bush

By Shannon Corbeil

The raid on Camp Bastion was a bloody first for some Marine aviators

The raid on Camp Bastion was a bloody first for some Marine aviators

By Blake Stilwell

Saint Patricks Battalion

Here’s what happened when US Army troops deserted to join the enemy

Soldiers in green military uniforms with red and gold accents march in formation, holding rifles with bayonets. They wear peaked caps and white gloves, and their legs are raised high in a synchronized step. Red flags are displayed in the background, along with trees and a building.

5 big differences between American and Chinese troops

U.S. Coast Guard

Happy Birthday USCG: Why some claim the Coast Guard is the oldest and most badass military service branch

By Jessica Manfre

Lt. Gen. Michael E. Langley, the first Black four-star general in the 246-year history of the Marine Corps

Michael Langley was confirmed as the Marine Corps’ first Black four-star General

By Miguel Ortiz

The American howitzer you never heard much about

The American howitzer you never heard much about

By Harold C. Hutchison

How the Huey drastically increased chances of surviving the Vietnam War

How the Huey drastically increased chances of surviving the Vietnam War

By Jacqlyn Cope

f-117 nighthawk

Why the F-117 Nighthawk had such a relatively short service life

CIA’s heroic Gary Schroen, who led first team into Afghanistan days after 9/11, dies at 80

By Miguel Ortiz

Marine Corps Drill Instructor

5 hilarious drill instructor episodes

By Uncle Walkie

Vin Scully, Voice of the Dodgers and Navy veteran, dies at 94

By Miguel Ortiz

b-17 flying fortress

‘The Swoose’ is the oldest intact B-17 Flying Fortress

By Miguel Ortiz

A group of people, including adults and children, stand in front of a reflective black memorial wall engraved with names. Small American flags are placed along the base of the wall. The scene is outdoors on a sunny day.

This Vietnam vet has a unique way of giving back

By Bethaney Phillips

This is how salty old Vietnam drill sergeants and instructors were made

This is how salty old Vietnam drill sergeants and instructors were made

By Harold C. Hutchison

M109A7 Howitzers

The Army bought 40 more M109A7 Howitzers from BAE for $299 million

By Miguel Ortiz

Special Operations Command selected its new Armed Overwatch plane with a $3 billion contract

By Miguel Ortiz

cold war technology

The best Cold War communist military technology was all stolen from the West

By Blake Stilwell

HC-130J Combat King at Tyndall Air Force Base

The complete Tyndall Air Force Base guide

By Jessica Evans

Bomber and crew at Whiteman Air Force Base

The complete Whiteman Air Force Base guide

By Jessica Evans

A historical painting depicting a group of military officers on horseback leading a parade through a town square. The officers are dressed in 18th-century military uniforms, with some holding flags, including the American flag. The scene is lively, with crowds of people on both sides of the street cheering and waving hats. The background features colonial-style buildings, leafless trees, and a partly cloudy sky with warm light illuminating the scene. Wreaths and flowers are scattered on the ground in front of the procession.

How the British Army trolled the colonists after leaving New York

The impressive Cheyenne attack helicopter was way ahead of its time

The impressive Cheyenne attack helicopter was way ahead of its time

By Harold C. Hutchison

9 of the biggest mistakes sailors make while at BUD/S

9 of the biggest mistakes sailors make while at BUD/S

By Tim Kirkpatrick

This WWII fighter pilot ‘piggy-backed’ his wingman home after he was shot down

This WWII fighter pilot ‘piggy-backed’ his wingman home after he was shot down

By James Elphick

A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet is shouting into a handheld radio. The soldier wears protective goggles and gloves, with ammunition and gear attached to the vest. A rifle with a mounted grenade launcher is slung over the soldier's shoulder. The name "MACDONALD" is visible on the uniform. The background is an outdoor setting with blurred trees and a wall.

9 military terms that will make you sound crazy around civilians

This ‘Church of Patton’ immortalized the General and his Third Army in stained glass

This ‘Church of Patton’ immortalized the General and his Third Army in stained glass

By Blake Stilwell

Two soldiers in desert camouflage uniforms and helmets stand guard near a barbed wire fence in a sandy, arid environment under a clear blue sky. One soldier holds a rifle, and both wear tactical gear and sunglasses.

5 reasons why ‘Bangin’ in Sangin’ was like the Wild West

By Tim Kirkpatrick

This is what each lifesaving item does in a Marine’s first aid kit

This is what each lifesaving item does in a Marine’s first aid kit

This is why it’s actually illegal to shoot at pilots who’ve bailed out

This is why it’s actually illegal to shoot at pilots who’ve bailed out

By Harold C. Hutchison

What happens when a submarine runs into an undersea mountain

What happens when a submarine runs into an undersea mountain

By Blake Stilwell

The top 8 ways to throw an epic barracks party

The top 8 ways to throw an epic barracks party

By Tim Kirkpatrick

Entrance to Scott Air Force Base

The complete Scott Air Force Base guide

By Jessica Evans

414th Fighter Group out of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base

The complete Seymour Johnson Air Force Base guide

By Jessica Evans

A C-130J at Ramstein Air Force Base

The complete Ramstein Air Force Base guide

By Jessica Evans

Three soldiers in dark blue dress uniforms and maroon berets stand against a clear blue sky, with visible rank insignias and medals on their uniforms.

4 signs it’s time for your Staff NCO to get out

This cemetery is the final resting place for the Army’s ‘dishonorable dead’

This cemetery is the final resting place for the Army’s ‘dishonorable dead’

By Blake Stilwell

A desert landscape with a large explosion occurring near a military tank, creating a cloud of smoke and dust. The caption reads "blowing stuff up.

‘A-10 for the win’ and 9 other hilarious military TikToks

By Jessica Evans

A military aircraft, specifically an A-10 Thunderbolt II, is captured mid-flight just above a runway surrounded by dense green trees. The plane's landing gear is extended, and the sky is clear with some scattered clouds. The scene includes a grassy area beside the runway and another aircraft visible in the distance on the left side.

The A-10 refueled and rearmed on a public highway for the first time

By Miguel Ortiz

A middle-aged man with light brown hair and a warm smile, wearing a black shirt, is pictured against a dark background.

Vietnam-era Army vet and Goodfellas’ Paul Sorvino dead at 83

By Miguel Ortiz

A recreational vehicle (RV) and a silver SUV are parked near trees and bushes in a grassy area with hills in the background. A vibrant rainbow arcs across the sky above a distant flat landscape with buildings.

Adventure seekers, this PCS wish list is for you!

By Jessica Evans

A group of soldiers wearing camouflage uniforms and green berets stand in formation. The lighting is dim, casting their faces mostly in shadow. In the background, a brightly lit display features several colorful military insignias or patches arranged in a grid.

6 nice perks of joining Special Forces while in the US Army

A soldier in desert camouflage uniform and gear is kneeling on sandy terrain, throwing a grenade into the air against a clear sky. The scene is set in a vast, open desert with rippled sand patterns.

The origins and meanings of the terms used to insult Marines

Four soldiers wearing helmets and military gear stand in front of a propeller aircraft at night, all looking down at their wrists as if checking watches or equipment.

The bold plan to capture 2 mined bridges on D-Day

7 undeniable signs you’re a super POG

7 undeniable signs you’re a super POG

Silhouette of a soldier wearing a helmet with antennas, standing outdoors against a cloudy sky during sunset. Next to it, a white ceramic cup filled with steaming black coffee on a black background.

Old Salt Coffee promises sea-story nostalgia and a really good cup of joe

By Jessica Manfre

The awesome reason some Air Force fighters have green stars

The awesome reason some Air Force fighters have green stars

A military jet aircraft is shown in mid-air with significant damage, emitting thick black smoke from its rear. The aircraft appears to be an A-10 Thunderbolt II, also known as the Warthog, recognizable by its twin engines mounted high on the fuselage and straight wings. The damage suggests it has been hit or is malfunctioning, with debris trailing behind it against a backdrop of a partly cloudy sky.

Watch one of the baddest A-10 pilots ever land after being hit by a missile

By Orvelin Valle

A man with short dark hair and a mustache is smiling, wearing a colorful shirt with various patterns including maps and campfires. Behind him is a black wall with white and blue text that reads "DAVID PERE FROM MILITARY TO MILLIONAIRE." On the wall are two shelves, one holding a folded American flag in a triangular display case and some books, and the other holding a red pillow with a white YouTube play button and the word "Subscribe." To the right, there are three wooden baseball bats standing upright against a white wall.

Thrift Savings Plan strategies to employ today

By Jessica Evans

Four soldiers wearing helmets and military uniforms are gathered around a table inside a wooden structure. One soldier is kneeling on the floor, another is squatting, and two are standing, all focused on a machine gun placed on the table. The setting appears to be a training or briefing session.

These gigantic weapons helped train troops during WWII

By Miguel Ortiz

The submarine that smuggled 130 soldiers out of Crete

The submarine that smuggled 130 soldiers out of Crete

8 signs you might be a drill sergeant

8 signs you might be a drill sergeant

By Samantha Peterson

A vintage wooden toilet with an open lid, surrounded by numerous white and rusted metal pipes and valves, set against a rusty metal floor and wall. A stainless steel sink is partially visible on the right side of the image.

This sub sank because its commander couldn’t flush his toilet

Check out the Air Force’s old dress white uniform

Check out the Air Force’s old dress white uniform

By Blake Stilwell

5 awful military haircuts that would fail inspection

5 awful military haircuts that would fail inspection

By Tim Kirkpatrick

Rangers bulldozers Urgent Fury

That time Rangers stole a bulldozer for an assault vehicle

The unofficial nickname of the US’ largest cargo plane may surprise you

The unofficial nickname of the US’ largest cargo plane may surprise you

By Blake Stilwell

Close-up of a tiger with its mouth open, showing sharp teeth and a pink tongue, surrounded by dry grass and foliage. The tiger's fur is orange with black stripes and white areas around the mouth and eyes.

Top 3 deadliest animals troops encountered in combat

A large group of soldiers in uniform and wide-brimmed hats stand in a long line, each holding a rifle. Behind them is a large ship with multiple decks crowded with people. The scene appears historical, with a sepia tone suggesting an early 20th-century setting.

What German soldiers thought about Americans in the aftermath of World War I

This cockpit video shows the moment two Navy Tomcats shot down Libyan MiGs

This cockpit video shows the moment two Navy Tomcats shot down Libyan MiGs

By Harold C. Hutchison

Life aboard WWII submarines was brutal

Life aboard WWII submarines was brutal

By James Elphick

A large, tan-colored amphibious armored vehicle with a long cannon mounted on top. The vehicle has a boxy, angular design with a wide, flat front and tracks partially covered by side skirts. It is positioned on a dirt surface with grassy hills in the background.

7 canceled weapons that you’ll wish were standard issue

Why balloons were some of the scariest targets of World War I

Why balloons were some of the scariest targets of World War I

The origin of the Army’s viral Bad Banana Company

By Miguel Ortiz