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This ‘El Sal’ soldier kicked *ss with just a switchblade
Iraq War

This ‘El Sal’ soldier kicked *ss with just a switchblade

In 2012, knife manufacturer Condor named a new tactical blade after Cpl. Samuel Toloza, one of 380 El Salvadorans who fought in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Corporal Toloza was part of a small force of Central Americans in Najaf, Iraq in 2004…

By Blake Stilwell

Two knights in armor on horseback are jousting with lances in an arena with red wooden barriers. Spectators sit on benches behind the barriers, and there are green trees and a partially visible wooden structure in the background. One knight wears yellow and the other wears red.
History

This is how knights trained for life-or-death jousting tournaments

By Ruddy Cano

This is how troops can navigate with stars in absolute darkness
History

This is how troops can navigate with stars in absolute darkness

By Ruddy Cano

5 free programs for transitioning service members (and spouses!)
Employment

5 free programs for transitioning service members (and spouses!)

By Miguel Ortiz

MLK before his big speech
Civil War

9 things you didn’t know about MLK’s ‘I Have a Dream’ speech

Public speaking is the name of the game for activists and politicians, but few speak with such power that the message of their words echoes for generations. The words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in his iconic 'I Have a Dream' speech were some o…

By Brittany Sulc

Left side shows a man in a dark suit sitting at a desk with a serious expression, with a stack of black binders and a book behind him. The right side shows a large, bright orange and yellow mushroom cloud from an explosion against a dark background. The two images are divided diagonally by a red, white, and blue striped line.
History

Today in military history: Nixon suspends military action in Vietnam

By Team Mighty

Famous graves at Arlington
History

Watch: Famous graves at Arlington

By Jessica Evans

Silver military jet aircraft with red star insignia on the tail, red stripes on the fuselage, and the number 1613 painted in blue on the front side. The aircraft has a rounded nose intake and a single cockpit canopy.
History

Today in military history: MiG-17 prototype takes maiden flight

By Team Mighty

Two women are working on a large United States Army emblem laid out on a table. One woman is seated and painting or drawing on the emblem, while the other woman stands beside her holding a paper with a sketch or design. Both women are dressed in light-colored blouses and wearing necklaces. The setting appears to be indoors with a dark background.
Army

Why the Army flag sometimes has a blue background

By Team Mighty

Today’s Purple Heart medals were first made for the invasion of Japan
World War II

Today’s Purple Heart medals were first made for the invasion of Japan

In May 1945, the Axis powers were all but beaten, but the war was far from over for the United States. Germany surrendered to the Allies on May 8 but a lot of work was left to be done – namely, the invasion of mainland Japan. The ongoin…

By Team Mighty

soldier aiming rifle
Fitness

7 tips to earn a perfect rifle score on qual day

By Ruddy Cano

A black-and-white photo showing a person seated in a wheelchair being launched or catapulted high into the air above a large padded surface or ramp, with trees and a building in the background.
History

Today in military history: First successful use of ejection seat in emergency

By Team Mighty

Modern corner storefront with large glass windows displaying the lululemon logo in white text and a red circular symbol. Several pedestrians are crossing the street in front of the store, and multiple cars are waiting at a traffic light. The building has a sleek, contemporary design with metal and glass elements.
Discounts

5 sportswear companies with awesome military discounts

By Miguel Ortiz

A U.S. Air Force aircraft in flight against a blue sky with light clouds. The plane is white with four engines mounted under the wings and one engine on top of the fuselage near the tail. The tail has the letters "GA" and an American flag, and the fuselage displays the U.S. Air Force insignia and text.
Aircraft

The E-8 JSTARS might be the most powerful plane in the Air Force fleet

By Miguel Ortiz

Here is what Captain Kirk’s ship could do to the North Korean navy
Military News

Here is what Captain Kirk’s ship could do to the North Korean navy

With the news that the stealth destroyer USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000), under the command of United States Navy Capt. James A. Kirk (we won't know for another two centuries if he is related to James T. Kirk), is potentially deploying off the North Korean …

By Harold C. Hutchison

Soldiers wearing helmets are carrying a wounded comrade on a stretcher toward a medical helicopter marked with a red cross and the words "DUST OFF." The scene appears to be in a wooded area, and the image is in black and white.
History

Today in military history: First major US combat of Vietnam War

By Team Mighty

A large American bison standing in a grassy field with dry wildflowers and plants around it. The bison has a thick, dark brown fur on its head and shoulders, with a lighter brown coat on its body. Its curved horns are visible, and it is facing forward. The background is a blurred mix of green and brown tones.
History

These 5 animals are actually warriors reincarnated, according to mythology

By Ruddy Cano

A collection of colorful Disney cartoon squadron insignias and emblems from various Air Force groups and squadrons, featuring characters like Donald Duck, Goofy, Bugs Bunny, and others in dynamic poses. The designs are circular or shield-shaped, each with unique backgrounds and themes, representing different fighter, bombardment, observation, and support squadrons. The image includes a central text block titled "Disney Cartoons Spur Combat Flyers," explaining the use of these cartoon insignias to boost morale and identity among young Air Force personnel during wartime.
World War II

This is how Mickey Mouse supported the military right after Pearl Harbor

By Ruddy Cano

A group of soldiers in camouflage uniforms and helmets are disembarking from a military landing craft into shallow water. The soldier in the foreground is holding a rifle and running through the water, creating splashes. More soldiers are visible behind him, also moving through the water toward the shore. The sky is overcast.
Recruiting

7 reasons you should become a Marine

By Ruddy Cano

This is how the ancient game of chess will make you a better warfighter
History

This is how the ancient game of chess will make you a better warfighter

By Ruddy Cano