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American Airlines soars above and beyond for our nation’s heroes

American Airlines soars above and beyond for our nation’s heroes

By Crystal Kupper

A visitor pauses and reflects on the true meaning of Memorial Day at the USAA Poppy Wall of Honor - a temporary Memorial Day exhibit created by USAA consisting of more than 645,000 poppy flowers, with each flower honoring a fallen military service member since World War I on Friday, May. 26, 2023 in Washington, D.C. (Eric Kayne/AP Images for USAA)

USAA’s Poppy Wall of Honor returns to D.C. in time for Memorial Day

By Tessa Robinson

World War II parachute wedding gowns inspire modern couture

World War II parachute wedding gowns inspire modern couture

By Daniel Tobias Flint

91-year-old Air Force Captain becomes oldest person to fly into space

91-year-old Air Force Captain becomes oldest person to fly into space

By Miguel Ortiz

After his son’s death, this Army vet found a new purpose

After his son’s death, this Army vet found a new purpose

By Jessica Manfre

How one milspouse used her husband’s ‘why’ to find her own

How one milspouse used her husband’s ‘why’ to find her own

By Jessica Manfre

A band performing on stage with a backdrop displaying "GARY SINIS". The bassist, wearing a black leather jacket, sunglasses, and a black cap, is playing a sunburst electric bass guitar and smiling. The lead singer, dressed in a black shirt and pants, is holding a microphone and singing. Drums and percussion instruments are visible in the background.

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Gary Sinise and his Lt. Dan Band rocked Luke AFB

By Crystal Kupper

A woman holds a large key as a representative of the new car she was given by USAA

Family & MilSpouse

USAA gives car to deserving sailor

By Tessa Robinson

This World War II ace shot down 19 enemy planes in just 6 missions

13 pictures of military working dogs being good puppies

13 pictures of military working dogs being good puppies

By Eric Milzarski

A group of ten men stands together on a cracked concrete surface with a military helicopter in the background. Eight men wear camouflage military uniforms and sunglasses, while two men on the ends wear casual clothing: one in a beige hoodie and gray pants with white sneakers, and the other in a black hoodie and light gray shorts with white sneakers. The sky is partly cloudy with patches of blue.

WATCH: NFL’s brightest prospects experience ‘day in the life’ of a service member

By Tessa Robinson

A step by step guide to the military’s incredibly painful ‘OC’ aka pepper spray training

A step by step guide to the military’s incredibly painful ‘OC’ aka pepper spray training

By Orvelin Valle

A uniformed officer wearing white gloves holds a folded American flag with white stars on a blue field. The officer stands solemnly outdoors with blurred people in the background, some taking photos.

Family & MilSpouse

Today is ‘Gold Star Spouses Day.’ Here are 5 things to know.

Two individuals wearing camouflage ghillie suits are navigating through a muddy, shallow water area surrounded by dry leaves and vegetation. One person is climbing over a log while the other is in the water, smiling. The scene suggests a military or tactical training exercise in a natural, rugged environment.

Ghillie Suit Guide: Where to buy and how to make your own

By Tessa Robinson

rob riggle with USO

Veterans Benefits

Rob Riggle doubled-down on his USMC service while clearing rubble at Ground Zero

A baseball player wearing a white uniform with the name "Ohtani" and number 17 on the back is at bat, preparing to swing. A catcher in black and beige gear is crouched behind home plate, and an umpire dressed in black stands nearby. The background shows a crowd of spectators seated in the stands, with advertising banners including "MLB Korea" and "Paradise." The scoreboard above displays "0:10.

Family & MilSpouse

Military families in South Korea get a special treat: an MLB game

By Tessa Robinson

Bradley Cooper is nominated for American Sniper. You can watch American Sniper on multiple streaming platforms.

10 years later, ‘American Sniper’ is still a must-see film

A Vietnam Veteran rides on a motorcycle

How many of these veteran traits are you guilty of?

A man wearing a shearling-lined jacket, black beanie, and dark pants is leaning against the front of a white vintage Porsche 911 with a roof rack. The car has black wheels, yellow-tinted headlights, and a red decal on the door. The background features trees and rustic buildings under a clear sky.

WATCH: Navy veteran saves for 22 years to buy 1986 Porsche

By Tessa Robinson

A young girl with dark hair and bangs is hugging a man in a dark military uniform with red trim. The girl looks contemplative as she rests her head on the man's shoulder, her arms wrapped around him. The man is facing away from the camera, showing the back of his closely cropped hair and uniform. The background is dark and out of focus.

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Would you recommend military service? New survey shows why majority say ‘No.’

By Tessa Robinson

These programs are helping retired veterans get internet access

These programs are helping retired veterans get internet access

By Miguel Ortiz

soldier looks at cell phone with his dad

New app connects vets with the benefits they deserve

A boy aims a bow and arrow at summer camp

Family & MilSpouse

Camp Corral Summer Camp applications now open for children of wounded, ill, fallen veterans

By Tessa Robinson

A soldier wearing night vision goggles is seen through a green-tinted circular night vision lens on the left. On the right, the cover of a book titled "Military Culture Shift" by Corie Weathers features a large red arrow pointing upward with the subtitle "The impact of war, money, and generational perspective on morale, retention, and leadership" on a gray camouflage background.

‘Military Culture Shift’ is the one book every leader needs to read this year

By Jessica Manfre

A panel discussion is taking place on a stage with five seated adults and one standing woman holding a child. The woman is speaking into a microphone. Behind them, large illuminated letters spell out "MIC 2023." The stage backdrop features blue lighting and geometric patterns. Audience members are visible in the foreground.

Family & MilSpouse

Operation Childcare Project making waves for military families

By Jessica Manfre

two navy sailors pose with Chester the Cheetah

Foods you never knew were invented by the military

By Bethaney Phillips

Two U.S. Army soldiers in camouflage uniforms are seated at a white table, looking at a Dell laptop. One soldier is smiling slightly while the other has his hands clasped in front of him. Both have U.S. Army patches on their sleeves.

5 Resources to identify your next career move after the military

By Miguel Ortiz

Mugshot of a woman with short brown hair wearing a sleeveless teal top, holding a black placard with white text displaying the name "Ana Belen Montes," date of birth "02-28-57," and other identification details dated "09 21 2001." Next to the mugshot is a Cuban flag waving on a flagpole against a clear blue sky. The flag features blue and white stripes with a red triangle and a white star.

‘A very deadly woman:’ Ana Montes released from jail

This soldier created SickFit apparel and socks to outlast the toughest rucks

This soldier created SickFit apparel and socks to outlast the toughest rucks

By Jessica Manfre

Entrance to Marine Barracks with two uniformed guards standing at the open wrought iron gates, illuminated signs on either side reading "Marine Barracks Established 1801," brick pillars with lanterns, and a cobblestone pathway leading inside.

Family & MilSpouse

5 benefits of having duty on Christmas

two deer are caught on a trail camera

Best Christmas gift for hunters: trail cameras for every budget

By Brady Kirkpatrick

a leader addresses his soldiers in a semi-circle during Army PT

5 effective practices for small unit leaders

By Uncle Walkie

An illustration of Santa flying over children in the snow

Family & MilSpouse

Santa letter for alternate delivery dates – free download

By Tessa Robinson

Volunteers around a table track Santa on phone calls

NORAD declassifies Santa’s location

By Tessa Robinson

A person wearing a red and gray jacket and a brown knit hat with a pom-pom is placing a green wreath with a red bow on a white gravestone in a cemetery. The gravestone is inscribed with the name "Pearl D" and dates "November 16, 1903 - December 17, 1973." Rows of similar white gravestones with wreaths are visible in the background.

How to participate in Wreaths Across America this weekend

By Miguel Ortiz

A group of 19 people, mostly men and one woman, posing outdoors on a grassy area with trees and string lights in the background. Most are dressed in business casual attire, with some wearing suits and ties. Several individuals are holding drinks, and two men are kneeling in the front. There is a patio heater behind the group.

Veterans Beer Club, founded by Marines, helps veterans from coast to coast

A man wearing a Santa hat and a gray t-shirt is handing out stuffed toys to a group of children, who are eagerly reaching out to receive them. The scene is festive with stage lights and other people in the background also wearing Santa hats, suggesting a holiday event or celebration. The man holds a large red sack, likely filled with more toys.

Family & MilSpouse

Over 1,800 heartwarming reasons why Gary Sinise is a national treasure

By Tessa Robinson

Three women are painting the black metal railings of a brick house's front steps. One woman in a gray hoodie and jeans is crouched on the steps, holding a red container, while another woman in a blue shirt and black pants is painting the railing near the door. A third woman, also in a blue shirt, is crouched behind the railing, looking toward the camera. In the foreground, an older man wearing a black cap with yellow letters and a dark jacket is sitting and looking to the side. A plastic water bottle is visible on a surface in front of him. White cloths cover the steps to protect them from paint.

This company is teaming up to provide safe, healthy homes for veterans in need

By Navy Federal Credit Union

A military spouse waves goodbye to a ship

Family & MilSpouse

You know you’re a military spouse when…

By Bethaney Phillips

This organization turns your service stories into songs

Family & MilSpouse

This organization turns your service stories into songs

By Jessica Evans

Maria Reed, Jessica Manfre, Samantha Gomolka pose for a photo

Family & MilSpouse

How to participate in GivingTuesdayMilitary – and why you should

Two uniformed service members look at papers with a woman

New survey highlights best careers for veterans after service

By Navy Federal Credit Union

A worn and textured American flag with faded colors on the left side, next to a woman in a recording studio on the right. The woman is wearing a black tank top with "The G..." visible on it, a black visor, and large headphones. She is speaking into a microphone and smiling, with a computer keyboard and mouse on the desk in front of her. The background wall is blue, and the image is bordered by vertical red, white, and blue stripes.

Family & MilSpouse

Navy SEAL spouse finds her way, one story at a time

By Jessica Manfre

5 best job boards for veterans

5 best job boards for veterans

By Miguel Ortiz

A chef wearing a white hat, navy blue uniform with a patch, and blue gloves is handling freshly baked bread loaves on a tray in a commercial kitchen. Various containers and bottles are visible in the foreground, with industrial ovens in the background.

How many pounds of turkey will the US Navy cook this Thanksgiving?

By United States Navy

A group of people standing in line at a buffet-style food serving station. Several individuals wearing white paper hats and blue gloves are serving food from large trays and slow cookers. The person in the foreground on the right is wearing a military flight suit with an American flag patch and is using tongs to serve asparagus onto a plate held by a man in a green hoodie with an American flag patch on the sleeve. The setting appears to be indoors with white paneled walls and overhead lighting.

Military traditions for deployed troops celebrating Thanksgiving

By Eric Milzarski

Pentagon aerial view

5 things you didn’t know about the Pentagon

By Miguel Ortiz

evan kaufman in uniform

WeVett helps navigate VA Home Loan process

By Jessica Manfre

resources military families military government shutdown dvids

The best resources banks and aid societies offered during past shutdowns

By Tessa Robinson

A group of people standing around an American flag.

Celebrate Veterans Day by supporting these 10 veteran-owned businesses

By Bethaney Phillips

Cheeseburger and veterans day with military logos.

Veterans Benefits

Best Veterans Day discounts and freebies for 2023

By Bethaney Phillips

USAA Go Beyond Thanks

Veterans Benefits

Vets don’t like ‘Thank You for Your Service’ so USAA is ‘Going Beyond Thanks’

By Miguel Ortiz

garrison veteran

5 reasons to remember the garrison veteran, especially on Veterans Day

By Uncle Walkie

Veterans Benefits

How these 6 countries around the world celebrate Veterans Day

By Vegim Krelani

drunken soldiers painting

How drunken soldiers could lead a battle and not fail

By Bethaney Phillips

DFAC Thanksgiving Celebration

The weird law that will keep your DFAC open during a shutdown

Troops sleeping on an aircraft.

This is how much sleep you should be getting before a mission

By Tim Kirkpatrick

Weird ways the Army tried to mobilize the M2A2 Howitzer

By Miguel Ortiz

Recruit getting a boot camp hair cut.

4 Tips for recruits to remember as they ship off to basic training

marines know what is a good reason to get moving as they hike through the woods.

Get off your tail and get moving, oorah style

By Uncle Walkie

military troops loading onto an airplane.

7 reasons the Air Force hates on the Army

marine climbing an obstacle course ladder.

5 myths Marines believe about themselves

By Uncle Walkie

A soldier in camouflage uniform and tactical gear is aiming down the sights of a black assault rifle with a tan magazine and mounted scope. The soldier is wearing a helmet with an American flag patch, protective headphones, and sunglasses, positioned behind a wooden barrier.

3 military terms mainstream media gets wrong

By Miguel Ortiz

military staffers

5 bad phrases and words associated with military staffers

By Uncle Walkie