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Military Life (Page 6)

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Spanish American War

What it was like to fight in Spanish-American War, according to witnesses who were there

Serving in the military doesn’t make people good with guns

By Miguel Ortiz

Veterans Benefits

Non-profit SCUBA certifies veterans and their dive buddies

By Shannon Corbeil

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Top 5 Marine Corps mysteries

By Uncle Walkie

US lawmakers considered making it legal to pirate assets of Russian citizens

Aerial view of a naval shipyard with multiple large military ships docked, including three aircraft carriers and several smaller warships. The shipyard features piers, industrial buildings, and storage tanks, with a residential area and forested land visible in the background. The water is calm and dark, and there is a floating barrier in the water near the ships.

Your ultimate CONUS duty station wish list

By Jessica Evans

Soldiers in camouflage uniforms carrying green duffel bags, with one soldier standing in the foreground facing away and observing the others.

The time a trainee escaped boot camp and hijacked a school bus

By Miguel Ortiz

The National War Dog Cemetery is in the Pacific

By Miguel Ortiz

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Veterans Benefits

This Naval Academy grad is all in on ‘Service to School’

By Jessica Manfre

First Veterans Mortgage

This veteran is helping the military community build wealth

By Jessica Manfre

The 7 universally important things to know before any boot camp

By Blake Stilwell

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How motocross is bringing fans and riders alike back from the brink

A Marine’s approach to organizational conflict

By Uncle Walkie

Battle Scarred Motorsports

Veterans and real estate entrepreneurs race to combat veteran suicide

By Jeremy Knauff

A military ribbon-cutting ceremony with two soldiers in camouflage uniforms holding large scissors to cut a teal ribbon. Several people, including soldiers and civilians, stand around watching and taking photos. The setting appears to be outdoors near buildings and trees.

Enjoy sun and fun year round at these 7 military installations

By Jessica Evans

A rustic wooden sign with yellow lettering that reads "FORT HUACHUCA EST. 1877 NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK," mounted on two wooden posts set in a stone base. The background includes green trees and tan buildings with red trim, set against a hillside.

The 7 best US Army installations for families

By Jessica Evans

aircraft at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island

This US Navy base bears the name of a British naval officer

By Miguel Ortiz

veteran suicide

Chef Rush does 2,222 push-ups a day. Now, he’s taking on veteran suicide.

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Social bonds are a critical factor in treating PTSD. Here’s how you can help your friends.

4th of july traditions

Family & MilSpouse

4th of July military traditions we know and love

By Bethaney Phillips

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8 veteran ‘AF’ ways to celebrate Independence Day

By Eric Milzarski

Leadership: A blueprint for bravery in the military

By Jessica Evans

DoD announces new PCS pet reimbursement policy

By Tessa Robinson

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Family & MilSpouse

‘The Warrior’s Table’ is more than a cookbook

By Jessica Manfre

weapons training

Become a nuclear weapons specialist in just 7 weeks!

Veterans Benefits

Today in military history: FDR signs the GI Bill into law

The Army changed its infamous body composition ‘tape test’

By Miguel Ortiz

WATCH: These 11 simple military hacks will make your life way easier

By Jessica Evans

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How Vet Tix can help military families through their biggest life changes

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Today in military history: Greek soldiers sack and burn Troy

Tragedy Assistance Program

Family & MilSpouse

What is the Tragedy Assistance Program?

By Jessica Evans

How to make the most of military Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs

By Jessica Evans

Mastering modern military tactics

By Jessica Evans

military retirement

Operation Golden Years: Planning for military retirement

By Jessica Evans

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Tips for military spouse stateside employment success

By Jessica Evans

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Special Operations training: Unlocking the secrets

By Jessica Evans

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Warfare ethics: ‘Just war theory’ explained

By Jessica Evans

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Hidden Army jobs for career advancement

By Jessica Evans

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Family & MilSpouse

A day trip to Annapolis is a military family must-do!

By Jessica Evans

intel gathering

These are America’s top military intelligence gathering operations

By Jessica Evans

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Top US military traditions for each branch

By Jessica Evans

rules of engagement while deployed

Decoding Rules of Engagement

By Jessica Evans

Family & MilSpouse

Mighty Milspouse: When a lawyer fell in love with a soldier

By Jessica Manfre

Rows of white gravestones in a cemetery with an American flag placed next to one gravestone. The text "MEMORIAL DAY" and "REMEMBERING THE FALLEN" is overlaid on the image.

MEMORIAL DAY: National Moment of Remembrance

By Jessica Evans

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How Marines spot each other in the wild

By Uncle Walkie

military pay raises

Pros and cons of military pay raises

By Lyle D. Solomon

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Everything you should know about Armed Forces Week

By Jessica Evans

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Use that military discount – you’ve earned it!

Everything you need to know about VA loans

By Jessica Evans

A man with short dark hair and a mustache is wearing a turquoise shirt with a yellow geometric pattern. He is raising his left hand with his index finger pointing up. Behind him are green tropical plants and a white structure with a window and a light fixture.

Understanding VA loan limits

By Jessica Evans

Three smiling women stand outdoors, with the woman in the center holding a round sign that reads "I AM GOING TO Send Missionaries #iamgoing." On the right, an older man and a woman with long hair and a patterned jacket are indoors, engaged in conversation. The two scenes are separated by vertical red, white, and blue stripes.

Family & MilSpouse

Surviving child uses dad’s benefits to help milspouses become missionaries

By Jessica Manfre

7 veteran qualities that civilian employers go crazy over

By Eric Milzarski

7 things to do to before you get that new tattoo

By Eric Milzarski

Military Spouse Advocacy Network Military Spouse Leadership Development Program

Family & MilSpouse

Military Spouse Advocacy Network launches the third annual Military Spouse Leadership Development Program

Unlock the power of Army perks

By Jessica Evans

Three women are shown side by side. The first woman has long blonde hair and is smiling outdoors with a blurred natural background. The second woman has short black hair and is indoors, holding up a clear plastic bag with red markings and a red strip, smiling at the camera. The third woman has shoulder-length light brown hair and is outdoors, smiling while holding four teddy bears dressed in maroon and white outfits with heart emblems. The images are separated by vertical blue bars with white stars.

Family & MilSpouse

3 military spouses you need to know on MilSpouse Appreciation Day

By Rachel Carpenter

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Here are the top 5 ‘half-stepper’ moves

By Uncle Walkie

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Everything to know about Gen. Richard Cavazos, the namesake of what used to be Fort Hood

In the shadows: The art and history of covert ops

By Jessica Evans

9 Americans who raised their own armies to conquer other countries

Veterans Benefits

9 Americans who raised their own armies to conquer other countries

By Blake Stilwell

tricare caregiver benefits

Family & MilSpouse

Understanding VA family and caregiver benefits

By Jessica Evans

Why we should celebrate the ‘Month of the Military Caregiver’

By Jessica Evans

UCMJ: A complete guide to your least favorite four-letter word

By Jessica Evans

don't pull a muscle, warm up first

Here’s what happens to the body when you pull a muscle

By Tim Kirkpatrick