4 crimes you learn to commit in the military
We’re not saying everyone in the military does these things, just that it’s almost impossible to complete an enlistment without someone either encouraging you, or even teaching you, to:
1. Commit petty theft
15 photos show how visiting VIPs show honor at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
The chief of police of Washington D.C’s Metropolitan Police Department, Peter Newsham, visited the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Aug. 14 with many of his senior leaders and police officers and participated in a wreath-laying ceremony and other eve…
The ultra-rare Marine Corps uniform accessory you may never see
From the point of view of an airman who (in the right town) could be mistaken for a Coastie while wearing my dress blues, I have to say: Marine Dress uniforms have no equal. I totally get why people join the Marines just for the dress blues.
This veteran psychologist wants to help you love more fiercely
“We need to love more fiercely,” says Dr. Greg Matos, creator of A Better Love Project, a veteran-led, nonprofit educational organization that aims at providing couples with science-based relationship advice. …
This is the insane training it takes to earn the Army Expert Infantryman Badge
Through the darkness, the Soldiers pushed forward toward their objective. Sweat was dripping off the chins of some, hitting the ground as each mile passed.
Their rucksacks seemed heavier with each passing step, their helmets weighing down…
NASA has a SWAT team, and they’re good
If you think it’s hard getting tickets to a summer blockbuster on opening night, try getting into Kennedy Space Center these days to see a Space Shuttle launch.
After two and a half years of anticipation, people around the world want to …
11 things you should send the FNG to find
Telling the f*cking new guy (FNG) to go out and find things isn’t malicious. It may look like hazing to the untrained eye — but you’re teaching that kid a little bit more about the unit.
It’s a team-building activity. Everyone should…
9 reasons you should have joined the Navy instead
Every day, young men and women walk into a recruiter’s office with the prospect of serving their country. While some decide against joining, others sign their name on the dotted line and ship off to boot camp.
Most people didn’t take …
6 useful pieces of gear rarely on your packing list
Whenever it comes time for troops to head out to the field, their leaders should always issue a mandated packing list. These lists cover the necessities, like three sets of uniforms, sleeping gear, personal hygiene kits, an e-tool, and a poncho. Occ…
7 things that need to be in your veteran starter kit
You just got your DD-214! Congrats, you made out alive.
Now that you’re not under any specific grooming standards or have to wear the same thing every day — how will your fellow veterans know who you are?
You’re in luck. We cre…