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We've all seen Marine officer recruiting videos either on TV, on our mobile devices, or posted on a billboard next to the highway. For many, the video's imagery, music, and testimonials cause young minds to consider joining the Corps — for one r…
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, countless businesses across the nation and around the world have been forced to close their doors, some for good. Nonprofits like the famous Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama have suffered even more. As a…
If you bring up the name Wilford Brimley to people, they will probably mention a myriad of references that they connect him to. Whether it be movies, television shows, commercials, public service announcements or his persona, Brimley has made an ind…
India hasn't been given a lot of credit as a military power. Given that Mahatma Ghandi is highly revered for his advocacy of non-violence, it seems ironic that India has quietly become a significant military power in Asia. This is evidenced best by…
Born in 1920, Anderson Washington just celebrated his 100th birthday. A Coast Guard veteran of World War II, he's experienced a lot during his lifetime. Washington grew up in New Orleans during a time of deep segregation. As a Black man, it…
The ancient Spartans are legendary for their courage and discipline, but these warriors were also famous in their time for their dry, sarcastic humor. A "laconic phrase," a phrase that is especially concise and blunt, is actually named after Lacon…
Every year, thousands of motorcyclists descend on Sturgis, South Dakota for days of camaraderie, fanfare and riding. Despite COVID-19 restrictions, this year's rally is still happening. Here are 5 wacky sights you have to see to believe.
Other than the National Anthem, there really isn't another song out there that evokes the pride of country like Lee Greenwood's "God Bless the U.S.A." So when the iconic singer teamed up with the United States Air Force band to perform it during…
Born of national duress in 1942, Marine Corps Air Station El Toro became a mission critical base on the West Coast of the United States. It served as a launch point for three major wars. It was often the final destination for Marines killed in Vietn…
A total of four clergymen-turned-soldiers rose to the rank of general during the American Civil War. Three of these four holy men would fight for the Confederacy. The "gallant preacher soldier" of the Confederate Army of Tennessee proved to be the…
On Friday, August 7, National Purple Heart Day will be observed. Around the country, states, counties, and cities will pause to recognize the service and sacrifice of their citizens. Observed since 2014, National Purple Heart Day is a time for Ameri…
On July 31, 2020, the town of Stockton, California held a drive-by birthday celebration for a distinguished resident of The Oaks at Inglewood assisted living facility. A parade of local residents and first responders turned out to greet Marine Maj. …
From Military Police to Medical Corpsmen, Gina Elise's 2020 Pin-Ups are continued proof that military veterans aren't just men with high-and-t…
In the United States, you don't need to get dressed in your best formal attire to carry an umbrella. But you do need a permit to carry a weapon in many areas, if you're allowed to carry one at all. For those who are worried about self-defense but …
From small town Pennsylvania to teaching at the U.S. Navy, then to social work and back to teaching, Darryl Ponicsan has lived an inspiring and interesting life. After his second stint of teaching, he struck gold with his first novel "The Last Deta…
The Civil War Trust, known for its great maps and historical accounts of the war, has branched into animated maps that show move-by-move accounts of important battles like Antietam,
Kim Il-Sung, the founder and patriarch of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) – known to many as North Korea – went by a lot of names, including General Secretary of the Korean Workers Party, President, Premier and Supreme Leader. …
General James "Mad Dog" Mattis is known for many things, including outstanding leadership, delivering motivational quotes and demonstrating perfectly executed
The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD-2) is an integral part of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force as a forward operating platform. Essex is capable of carrying up to 1,771 Marines as well as the landing craft to get them ashore…
America's military and police working dogs' needs are fully supported and funded by the government, until they retire. The costs of their care after years of dedicated service can be high. This is where Project K9 Hero jumps in.Accordin…