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USS Lunga Point
Surface

This was the most popular carrier class in Naval history

The Navy's most-built aircraft carrier was the Casablanca class, an escort carrier that tipped the war in Allied favor but risked crews.

c-17 globemaster
Military News

The giant C-17 Globemaster landed on the tiny island of Saint Helena

The British Royal Air Force managed to land a massive Boeing C-17A Globemaster III on Saint Helena.

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World War I

The British women convicted of infecting WWI troops with STDs

The United Kingdom's Defense of the Realm Act 1914 was originally a small, simple law. Then it got, um, let's say larger.

make a wish
Army

A Make-A-Wish recipient became a Soldier for the Army’s birthday

Through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Miles Avery was able to have a one-of-a-kind Army experience and become a Soldier for a day.

flag day
History

Here’s everything you need to know about Flag Day

June 14th is Flag Day in the U.S.! Here's everything you need to know about this patriotic holiday, from its history to proper etiquette.

army birthday
Army

Happy Birthday, Army! Fun facts to celebrate

The United States Army is the oldest and largest of the five military service branches. It celebrates its birthday on June 14 each year.

iron curtain
Cold War

The frigid origin of the Iron Curtain

America faced a crucial test of its logistics and marked a turning point in the Cold War and its desire to see the Iron Curtain pulled down.

russian spy
Military News

Russia is purging weapons scientists as spy hysteria grips the Kremlin war machine

The recent wave of internal spy hysteria has led many to wonder if the war in Ukraine is breaking the psyche of the Kremlin’s leadership.

espionage act
World War I

Today in military history: Congress passes Espionage Act

In 1917, Congress passed the Espionage Act, which outlawed the sharing of information that might disrupt American intervention in WWI.

vet tix family event

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

Military families experience a lot of stressful situations and time periods that are unique to military life. Vet Tix can help.

hero marines
Survival

5 times Marines came to the rescue while off duty

Sometimes hero Marines locate, close with, and eliminate the conflict, emergency, or crisis…even when they are off duty.

dean martin and son
Entertainment

Dean Martin’s son was an Air Force fighter pilot with a tragic demise

Dean Martin, "The King of Cool," is one of America's most iconic entertainers. His son, however, became an Air Force fighter pilot.

wagner group
Military News

Wagner mercenaries escalate feud with Russian Army by arresting a field commander

The Kremlin and its hired army of mercenaries from the Wagner Group have been increasingly at odds in recent months.

north korea
Military News

Why North Korea declared its high suicide rates as an ‘act of treason’

Radio Free Asia reports Kim Jong Un ordered local municipalities across North Korea to take measures to keep people from killing themselves.

canada invade us with sikhs
History

Why Canada wanted to invade the United States with an army of Sikhs

A modern Canadian Minister of Defense echoed the first Prime Minister who once called for an “Army of Sikhs” to “save Canada.”

wild bill donovan cia
Mighty Heroes

The father of the CIA: Wild Bill Donovan

Wild Bill Donovan was no ordinary man. He was a true American legend – a soldier, a lawyer, a CIA intelligence officer, and a diplomat.

John Baca medal of honor winner.
Vietnam War

Medal of Honor Monday: Sergeant First Class John Baca

Embark on an extraordinary tale of courage and selflessness as we delve into the heroic saga of Sergeant First Class John Phillip Baca.

when was us army founded
Revolutionary War

Today in military history: US Army is founded

On June 14, 1775, the United States Army was born when the Continental Congress assumed control of the New England army.

Alexander the Great
Today in Military History

Today in military history: Alexander the Great dies

On what would be June 13 in the year 323 BC, Alexander the Great, king of Macedonia and conqueror of nations, died at the age of 33.

A group of soldiers walking through a dry, grassy field. They are wearing camouflage uniforms, tactical vests, and helmets. The soldier in the center is holding a rifle and has a blue canister attached to his vest. The background shows leafless trees and a few buildings.
Tactical

6 pieces of gear worn by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Since the full-scale Russian invasion in February 2022, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has traded his suits and ties for olive drab.