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7 drill sergeant sayings that really mean, ‘You’re screwed’

7 drill sergeant sayings that really mean, ‘You’re screwed’

By Eric Milzarski

Star Trek’s ‘Kobayashi Maru’ test is a must for military leaders

Star Trek’s ‘Kobayashi Maru’ test is a must for military leaders

By Alex Hollings

A man with short dark hair wearing a white dress shirt with rolled-up sleeves, a red patterned tie, and blue pants stands with his hands in his pockets. He has a tattoo on his left forearm. The background shows a panoramic view of a city with a prominent golden dome, likely the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem, surrounded by buildings and greenery under a clear sky.

Army Veteran turned Documentarian continues to deploy to conflict zones

A city skyline with numerous tall buildings under a partly cloudy blue sky, featuring a vibrant rainbow arching across the scene.

Veterans Benefits

This county has the most vets in the USA. Here’s how two women are serving them all.

By Jessica Manfre

A group of people standing under a white canopy tent in a park. In front of them is a table covered with a black cloth that has the word "VALORS" and the phrase "Engaging Veterans One Event at a Time." printed on it. The table holds various items including papers, a water bottle, and a folded flag. There are two white chairs behind the table and one white chair to the side. The background shows green grass, trees, and a clear blue sky.

A Cold War Marine shows the impact of building a community of veterans

A man surfing on a wave in the ocean, wearing a black long-sleeve rash guard and red shorts, crouched low on a yellow surfboard with white water splashing around him.

Retirement is the beginning of life 2.0

By Victory Capital

Three portraits of the same man at different ages are shown side by side. The left image is a color photo of a young man in a U.S. Army uniform with a serious expression. The middle image is a black-and-white photo of the man wearing a cowboy hat and a scarf, looking thoughtfully at the camera. The right image is a recent color photo of the man smiling, dressed casually in a dark jacket and shirt. The bottom right corner features the text "WE ARE THE MIGHTY.

From the Marine Corps to ‘Animal House’ to ‘Killing Reagan’: Exclusive interview with Tim Matheson

6 hilarious ways to welcome the new ‘butter bar’ lieutenant

6 hilarious ways to welcome the new ‘butter bar’ lieutenant

By Eric Milzarski

How ‘Operation Ward 57’ kept up its support for veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic

Three portraits of the same man at different stages of life: on the left, a young man in a black and white photo wearing a military uniform and cap; in the center, a middle-aged man with short brown hair wearing a green military-style jacket and dog tags against a red background with a blue border featuring white stars; on the right, an older man with white hair wearing a black blazer over a blue and white striped shirt, smiling in a color photo taken outdoors.

Marine and MAS*H Star Mike Farrell reflects on his career in Hollywood and how the Corps influenced his life

A drill instructor in a tan shirt and green pants is aggressively pointing and yelling at a line of young recruits dressed in camouflage uniforms inside a barracks room. The recruits stand at attention near their bunk beds, which have neatly folded blankets and gear. Another drill instructor is walking in the background. The room has a concrete floor and fluorescent lighting.

5 of the most annoying misconceptions about Marine boot camp

7 crazy things the Coast Guard did during World War II

7 crazy things the Coast Guard did during World War II

A healthcare professional wearing a white coat is using a stethoscope to listen to the chest of a patient dressed in a light-colored shirt. The healthcare professional has pens in the coat pocket and is focused on the examination. The setting appears to be an office with a desk, keyboard, and window blinds in the background.

Veterans Benefits

Military veterans are twice as likely to get ALS, and no one knows why

By Blake Stilwell

How a lack of sleep could be affecting the weight problem in the military

How a lack of sleep could be affecting the weight problem in the military

By Eric Milzarski

How to write a veteran to civilian resume

These 14 expert tips will help you nail your military transition

These 14 expert tips will help you nail your military transition

By Janine Stange

6 important things recruits should do to prepare for basic training

6 important things recruits should do to prepare for basic training

The image is split into two parts. On the left, a black-and-white photo shows two young soldiers in military uniforms standing on steps outside a building, one holding a pipe. On the right, a close-up color portrait of an elderly man with a deeply wrinkled face and gray hair is shown, with an American flag blurred in the background. A vertical blue stripe with white stars separates the two images.

Veterans Benefits

The first Asian American to command a U.S. battalion

By Miguel Ortiz

Silhouette of a large sailing ship on dark ocean waters at night with a dramatic lightning bolt illuminating the cloudy sky behind it.

How to earn a free certificate in piracy using your GI Bill benefits

Four people are riding horses on a dirt path, viewed from behind. The riders are dressed casually, with two wearing hats. The background features a hazy, wooded landscape with soft, muted colors.

A sailor uses the GI Bill and bootstraps a charity for vets

An elderly man with white hair wearing a light blue shirt and an American flag-themed tie is holding and looking at a black-and-white photo of a young man in military uniform. A blonde woman in a white top is standing beside him, also looking at the photo. Behind them, there are colorful decorations, including a gold crown and green beads, and a framed certificate on a table.

Veterans Benefits

Fox News Martha MacCallum champions veterans

By Jessica Manfre

An elderly man wearing a blue long-sleeve shirt and a beige cap with a "RANGER" patch stands in front of a group of soldiers dressed in camouflage uniforms and carrying backpacks. The background is blurred with greenery.

Veterans Benefits

This legendary Ranger will receive the Medal of Honor at 94

By Miguel Ortiz

10 career fields for military spouses that aren’t direct sales

10 career fields for military spouses that aren’t direct sales

A smiling soldier in camouflage uniform with arms crossed is outlined with a red, white, and blue border on the left side of the image. On the right, a military medical helicopter with red cross symbols is flying against a clear blue sky. The helicopter's rotor blades are in motion, creating a blur effect.

Veterans Benefits

How this Army veteran went from helicopter repair to the tech sector

Colorful lines of computer code displayed on a monitor screen, with syntax highlighting in various colors including green, orange, white, and blue, against a blurred background.

Transitioning? Microsoft can help.

A vintage theater building with a marquee sign and the word "THEATRE" partially visible on the facade. Two classic cars are parked in front of the building on a street with a yellow dividing line. Leafless trees and some bushes are also visible around the theater. The overall scene appears to be from a past era, possibly mid-20th century.

This Fort Bragg live theater program reduced suicide rates

By Bethaney Phillips

ancient roman warrior

Veterans Benefits

This is what a well-earned retirement looked like for a Roman veteran

4 health benefits of drinking the coffee in your MREs

4 health benefits of drinking the coffee in your MREs

By Tim Kirkpatrick

Two groups of soldiers are shown side by side. On the left, soldiers in camouflage uniforms with tan tactical gear and helmets stand on a grassy field, one smiling and holding a rifle. On the right, soldiers in gray digital camouflage uniforms with large backpacks are in a wooded area, one holding a map and another holding a rifle, appearing to be in a tactical discussion.

9 military phrases that differ between the USMC and the Army

An old Saxon poem depicts Jesus as a viking warrior chief

An old Saxon poem depicts Jesus as a viking warrior chief

By Blake Stilwell

The left side shows an astronaut in a white spacesuit with a communication headset, seated inside a spacecraft. The right side depicts a group of people in a formal setting, with an elderly man in a gray suit leaning on a wooden desk, a man in a dark suit and blue tie standing behind him, and another man seated at the desk wearing a dark suit and striped tie. The background includes gold curtains and an American flag.

Apollo 11 astronaut and Air Force General Michael Collins passes away at 90

By Miguel Ortiz

4 scary possibilities every veteran faces

4 scary possibilities every veteran faces

6 abdominal exercises to help tone your tummy

6 abdominal exercises to help tone your tummy

By Tim Kirkpatrick

A smiling woman wearing a black graduation cap with a gold tassel and a black academic gown with a purple and teal hood. She is indoors, with other people in academic gowns visible in the background.

Understanding how veterans utilize GI Bill benefits to earn a Master’s education

Everything about this monument is far more symbolic than most notice

Veterans Benefits

Everything about this monument is far more symbolic than most notice

By Eric Milzarski

A person wearing a black vest labeled "Homeland Security Investigations Police Gang Unit" on the back stands with their back to the camera. To the left, a white Dallas Police car with blue markings and the number 8095 is parked. The background features a clear sky and a city skyline with various tall buildings.

7 respected degrees that will shape the future of national defense

13 thoughts I had during Coast Guard boot camp graduation

13 thoughts I had during Coast Guard boot camp graduation

By Mary-Elizabeth Pratt

7 tips and tricks to make the most out of your DITY move

By Miguel Ortiz

Family & MilSpouse

Blue Star Families and USAA collaborate to celebrate military children

By Jessica Manfre

Elderly man with white hair wearing a dark jacket with a circular patch and pins, sitting and holding a cane, against a background of a wooden slatted wall.

Veterans Benefits

A 100-year-old Sentinel returned to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Why medics telling you to change your socks is actually sound advice

Why medics telling you to change your socks is actually sound advice

By Eric Milzarski

These are the airborne firefighters that handle the most intense wildfires

These are the airborne firefighters that handle the most intense wildfires

By Eric Milzarski

5 things that surprised me when my husband retired from the military

Family & MilSpouse

5 things that surprised me when my husband retired from the military

By Babette Maxwell

A man and a woman smiling together. The man is wearing a black tuxedo with a bow tie, and the woman is wearing a white dress with black floral patterns. The woman has short hair and is wearing red lipstick and earrings. The background appears to be indoors with blurred floral decorations.

Veterans Benefits

Retired Navy officer touts life-changing alternative treatment for wounded veterans

By Jessica Manfre

A woman in a sleeveless, long turquoise and purple dress stands next to a red and white dirt bike with black tires. The bike is propped up on a red stand on a dirt path surrounded by dry grass. The woman has tattoos on her arms and is smiling at the camera.

Veterans Benefits

How motorcycle riding helps this veteran stay focused on the things that matter

Meet this combat veteran turned rapper and music label executive

By Victory Capital

Photo of soldiers breastfeeding in uniform goes viral

Veterans Benefits

Photo of soldiers breastfeeding in uniform goes viral

Why care packages are just as important for today’s troops

Why care packages are just as important for today’s troops

By Eric Milzarski

6 of the most embarrassing exercises performed at the gym – but they work

6 of the most embarrassing exercises performed at the gym – but they work

By Tim Kirkpatrick

Homeless man’s funeral attended by hundreds of fellow vets who didn’t know him

Veterans Benefits

Homeless man’s funeral attended by hundreds of fellow vets who didn’t know him

By Janine Stange

5 ways to make clearing CIF less of a headache

5 ways to make clearing CIF less of a headache

By Eric Milzarski

The history of the modern military salute

The history of the modern military salute

By Shannon Corbeil

This veteran-owned company gives back by turning discarded military items into fashionable accessories

This veteran-owned company gives back by turning discarded military items into fashionable accessories

By Blake Stilwell

6 military-life problems that don’t go away when you get out

6 military-life problems that don’t go away when you get out

7 ways your veteran friend will prove they always have your back

Veterans Benefits

7 ways your veteran friend will prove they always have your back

By Eric Milzarski

What to do when your ship pulls in to Rota, Spain

What to do when your ship pulls in to Rota, Spain

By Lizann Lightfoot

military spouses

Family & MilSpouse

10 strange stats about military spouses

By Bethaney Phillips

5 ways military recruiters can boost their quotas

A roadside view of a highway with a large wooden sign on the right that reads "Camp Pendleton, Preserving California's Precious Resources, U.S. Marine Corps Base." The landscape includes dry shrubbery, a tall palm tree on the left, and a Joshua tree near the sign, with hills visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

These are the 10 best duty stations for beer lovers

5 leg exercises you should never ever skip

5 leg exercises you should never ever skip

By Tim Kirkpatrick

A former Cambodian soldier has dedicated his life to clearing landmines

Victoria Kelly beautifully captures military spouse life in poetry book

Family & MilSpouse

Victoria Kelly beautifully captures military spouse life in poetry book

Good news, airmen: The Air Force put all of your basic training photos online

Good news, airmen: The Air Force put all of your basic training photos online

By Blake Stilwell

Op-ed: The true cost of being a military spouse

Family & MilSpouse

Op-ed: The true cost of being a military spouse