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Military Life

5 Best CONUS and OCONUS Army posts

If you're one of the lucky ones to get a great assignment to one of these Army posts, consider yourself entirely blessed.

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Navy

This is why the US Navy doesn’t use battleships anymore

Long gone are the days where the United States Navy roamed the seas with heavily-armed battleships as its primary capital ships.

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Weapons

The best shotgun options to buy in 2023

Let's dive right in and take a closer look at the main features, different types, and some of the newest options on this best shotgun list.

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Movies and TV

The World War II history behind ‘1941’ the movie

Very few movies have as much going for them at the outset as 1979’s World War II comedy “1941.” Here's why.

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World War II

All about the Kokoda Track Campaign in WWII

The Kokoda campaign was part of a larger phase of the war in the southwest Pacific during World War II.

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World War II

Today in military history: Largest tank battle in history ends

Operation Citadel involved 6,000 tanks, 2 million men, and 5,000 aircraft — and left over 350,000 men dead on both sides.

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Books

Book Review: Marine vet Rich Brown’s ‘On Violence and Varietals: Confessions of a Savage Somm’

If you're looking for a entertaining new look at life in the Marine Corps and law enforcement, Rich Brown's book won't disappoint.

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War of 1812

The tragic story of the Battle of Negro Fort

Maj. Gen. Andrew Jackson, the then-hero of New Orleans and future president, launched a campaign to eliminate Negro Fort.

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World War I

World War I, France and the first Battle of the Marne

As the Battle of the Marne progressed, a gap opened between two German armies, creating an opportunity to halt the German onslaught.

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World War II

The Alaskan guardians of the North in World War II

In World War II, native peoples volunteered for a newly created Alaska Territorial Guard (ATG), also called the Eskimo Scouts.

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Heroes

Today in military history: Medal of Honor is created

On July 12, 1862, President Lincoln signed the legislation approving the official Congressional Medal of Honor.

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Military News

Craigslist founder to donate millions to military and veteran charities

Craigslist has remained largely unchanged for over a decade, but founder Craig Newmark has changed a lot since he started the site in 2006.

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Military News

The US is sending cluster munitions to Ukraine

On July 7, 2023, Jake Sullivan confirmed that the U.S. will send cluster munitions to Ukraine as part of a military aid package.

A soldier in camouflage uniform and tactical gear, including a helmet with mounted equipment and dark sunglasses, is holding a rifle and walking forward with one knee raised. Another soldier in similar attire is blurred in the background. The setting appears to be outdoors with greenery in the background.
Weapons

The rise, fall and resurgence of the battle rifle

The adoption of the intermediate 5.56x45mm NATO cartridge caused a decline in the battle rifle's popularity during the late 20th century.

Mexican War

Everything you need to know about the Battle of Chapultepec

The Battle of Chapultepec was a battle of the Mexican-American War that lasted from September 12 to September 14, 1847.

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Military Life

Enjoy sun and fun year round at these 7 military installations

There are more than a few installations nestled around our great country that offer endless sun and fun. Here are the best of the best.

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Air Force

The time an Air Force Academy ceremony ended in property damage and 15 injuries

Their celebration was interrupted by the sound of windows breaking. Ambulances soon arrived, highlighting the seriousness of what happened.

A military jeep with three soldiers seated inside, all wearing camouflage helmets and uniforms. The jeep is olive green with a white star and the marking "US ARMY 02DY2170" on the hood. The background shows a forested area with leafless trees and dry grass.
Tactical

4 pieces of military gear that no one uses (but you can’t throw out)

No one gets trying to "do more with less" better than the military, but some items are somehow still kicking around and are not usable.

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Vietnam War

The Air Force scored the world’s only supersonic air-to-air gun kill in Vietnam

Col. Phil “Hands” Handley was flying a U.S. Air Force F-4E in 1972 when he and his wingman were surprised by two enemy fighters.

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World War II

Today in military history: First female officer in the US Army

On July 9, 1947, Florence Blanchfield became the first female officer in the United States Army.