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The first nuclear bomber became a tanker for fighter jets
Fixed Wing

The first nuclear bomber became a tanker for fighter jets

With the dawn of the jet age, the propeller-powered heavy bomber had to adapt to remain relevant in the new U.S. Air Force.

Astronaut in a white NASA spacesuit with the name "BORMAN" on the chest, looking to the side. A person wearing a white cap, glasses, and a face mask is adjusting or attaching something on the astronaut's suit sleeve. In the background, other astronauts in similar suits are visible in a white room with equipment.
Mighty Heroes

Gemini and Apollo astronaut Col. Frank Borman dead at 95

Air Force Colonel Frank Frederick Borman II made history as the commander of Apollo 8, the first manned mission to fly around the moon.

WATCH: B-21 Raider stealth bomber flies for first time
Air Force

WATCH: B-21 Raider stealth bomber flies for first time

Just under a year after it was shown to the world, the B-21 took to the skies for the first time.

Masters of the air image.
Movies

The ‘Masters of the Air’ teaser is everything we hoped for and more

We have our first look at Masters of the Air from Apple TV+ and it puts the 2014 trailer to shame.

A group of people standing around an American flag.
Resources

Celebrate Veterans Day by supporting these 10 veteran-owned businesses

Life after the military comes in many forms, including business ownership. This Veterans Day, let’s take a look at veteran-owned businesses.

Cheeseburger and veterans day with military logos.
Veterans Benefits

Best Veterans Day discounts and freebies for 2023

Veterans Day is only a few days out, with a bonus day “observed” by federal entities on November 10. Here are the best freebies and discounts!

USAA Go Beyond Thanks
Veterans Benefits

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

Most civilians do not know or are not sure why we celebrate Veterans Day. In response, USAA is introducing the "Go Beyond Thanks" campaign.

Jack Lowe terminally ill honorary marine with EGA.
Marine Corps

This terminally ill high schooler was designated an Honorary Marine

In March 2022, Jack was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. The Corps made him an Honorary Marine.

weapons
Military News

The 5 most ingenious weapons ever created for combat

There are only a few points in human history where weapons were so instrumental that it affected combat for years – or centuries – to come.

vietnam veterans memorial
Military Branches

Today in military history: Vietnam War Memorial dedicated

Following events recognizing the men and women who served in the Vietnam War, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was officially dedicated in 1982.

marine corps aviation
World War II

This might be the most important moment in Marine Corps aviation

In the 109 years of Marine Corps aviation, there have been significant accomplishments, happenings and many global conflicts.

Meme of examples of war crimes in history
Humor

4 crimes you learn to commit in the military

We're not saying everyone in the military does these things, but here are crimes you learn to commit in the military.

Man shooting a suppressed rifle.
Weapons

This is why ‘silencers’ don’t really exist — firearm suppressors do

Silencers might be a fictional notion created by Hollywood for the movies, but firearm suppressors really do exist.

Statue of the first woman killed in vietnam.
Vietnam War

This is the first woman killed in action in Vietnam

Sharon Ann Lane was assigned to the 312th Evac Hospital. She worked tirelessly to save others but was the first woman killed in Vietnam.

destruction of atlanta
Civil War

Today in military history: Destruction of Atlanta begins

On Nov. 12, 1864, Union General William T. Sherman ordered the destruction of Atlanta, Georgia as part of the American Civil War.

veterans day parade in NYC
Mighty Heroes

The reason Veterans Day used to be observed in October

Veterans Day is observed on November 11. But for a period of ten years, Veterans Day was observed in October rather than November.

garrison veteran
Air Force

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

Statistically speaking there are not a lot of combat vets, however there is cohort of veterans that get overlooked: the garrison veteran.

Veterans Day
Veterans Benefits

How these 6 countries around the world celebrate Veterans Day

Many have sacrificed so nations can enjoy liberty worldwide. But how do countries around the globe celebrate Veterans Day? Let's look.

veterans day parade
Mighty Heroes

Why we celebrate Veterans Day

Veterans Day is a key military observance that offers a chance for the country to pay respect to all who have served our nation.

Armistice Day celebration after World War I ends
World War I

Today in military history: World War I ends

On Nov. 11, 1918, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, World War I -- known then as the Great War -- came to an end.