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You've seen the colorful patches that adorn the shoulders of the uniforms worn by high-profile officers. Whether they're on Colin Powell, H. R. McMaster, or some other Army or Marine general, these patches stand out. They represent the units these…
Preparing for the invasion of Normandy wasn't just a matter of training troops to take the objectives, nor was it simply about moving all the necessary troops and supplies to England or fielding enough planes for support. All of those elements were…
If you know anyone who has served in the infantry, then you've probably noticed that they have a... unique sense of humor. They have this amazing ability to make everything they say sound super sarcastic. It's a gift that gets passed down…
We've talked about how many Americans fighters have gone on to serve as kick-ass bombers. But did you know that t…
Altering graduating from West Point Military Academy at the top of his class, Paul Bucha continued on to Stanford University, where he studied for his Master's degree. During his summer breaks while attending the prestigious college, he received Ai…
The M1 Abrams tank is arguably the best in the world — there are many reasons why it dominates the battlefield
Sebastian Junger is not a military veteran. He makes that clear, but he sure sounds like one. Maybe it's because he's covered conflict zones from Sierra Leone
Most experiments in which biologists — or, more accurately, epidemiologists — study how a disease spreads are done theoretically, involving only a pen and paper. They do their best to simulate the spread of various contagions and study outbreaks…
The idea of chowing down on some insects doesn't sound too appetizing, but when you're on the brink of starvation, it might be your best option. When you're stuck out in the middle of nowhere, food sources can get pretty scarce. On top of all tha…
It's no secret that military recruitment numbers have been on the decline in recent years. There're many factors that play into this, but one of the main reasons is eligibility. According to Tim Kennedy, however, the military isn't out of luck ju…
Long story short, the 20th Century's most widely-known British non-commissioned officer was real. Only his name wasn't Pepper, it was Babington. And he was a Lieutenant General. Paul McCartney chose the image of Gen. Sir James Melville …
Before you read any further, the lesson here is don't listen to anyone with an opinion about your VA benefits. Even when the Department of Veterans Affairs makes a "final" decision on your case, you can still appeal. So, don't listen to your S…
Every day, countless Americans walk into their local grocery stores and purchase the foods they believe to be healthy based on the packaging and labels. In the fitness world, "trap foods" are those that might seem healthy, but aren't ver…
Just days after the attack on Fort Sumter in 1861, Peter Conover Hains graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. At a time when officers and cadets were deserting the U.S. military in favor of serving their home states, especially thos…
The Republic F-105 Thunderchief could go fast — it had a top speed of 1,390 miles per hour. But this "fighter" was, in reality, a powerful tactical bomber. But despite being designed to put bombs on land targets, the F-105 proved to be a deadly …
It just goes to show how good Mossad can really be.
Memorial Day is a time to remember the lives lost to preserve American freedom. It's a solemn holiday most often spent by sharing a day off with loved ones, usually around a grill with a cold one in your hand. But as you enjoy a burger and a beer a…
Gary Villalobos left his civilian life to join the United States Army. By 2005, he found himself in Tal Afar, Iraq, as Sgt. First Class Villalobos. It was there he learned the true meaning of fear — and what it takes to overcome that fear to try a…
From day one, Navy SEAL training requires complete dedication from your body and your mind. You can prepare your body for the physical toll BUD/S will exact on you, but mental preparation is something else altogether. Navy SEALs gave out some of the…
For almost 80 years, the aircraft carrier has been the most powerful warship on the high seas. Just over six decades ago, the carrier reached a new level of potency when the angled deck was introduced. Some carriers were re-fitted with it while othe…