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A woman just graduated the US Army’s sniper school for the first time ever
Army

A woman just graduated the US Army’s sniper school for the first time ever

"The soldier met every standard ... We are proud of the results of her efforts."

The art of informational interviewing: a veteran’s guide to finding a civilian job
Transition

The art of informational interviewing: a veteran’s guide to finding a civilian job

The competition is fierce out there. Building a network of allies will give you a leg up.

Eddie Rickenbacker: American hero and candidate for most interesting man in the world
Veterans

Eddie Rickenbacker: American hero and candidate for most interesting man in the world

A self-made aviation pioneer, patriot, war hero, and captain of industry, he embodies the American spirit like few others before or since.

Fallujah
Iraq War

Unbelievable stories from the Second Battle of Fallujah

The stories that emerged from that battle are the kind that legends are built on. They're larger than life and in some cases seem unbelievable. But they're true.

The debate over registering women for the draft is a waste of time: There is no draft
Opinion

The debate over registering women for the draft is a waste of time: There is no draft

The draft has been dead as a doornail for nearly 50 years.

This photo of Marine artillery in action looks like hell itself
Marine Corps

This photo of Marine artillery in action looks like hell itself

"Whoever took it timed it so perfectly."

32 turbofan engines, 16 Avenger cannons, 10 tons of armor: This is an A-10 elephant walk
Air Force

32 turbofan engines, 16 Avenger cannons, 10 tons of armor: This is an A-10 elephant walk

That's a lot of 'brrrrt'

Marine Corps calls BS on reports they surrendered to British troops during a training exercise
Marine Corps

Marine Corps calls BS on reports they surrendered to British troops during a training exercise

"This exercise does not provide an opportunity to ‘surrender.’"

The Army’s new tank munition combines the power of four rounds into one
Army

The Army’s new tank munition combines the power of four rounds into one

“I’d take it to hell and back.”

Marine Corps reveals why 75% of Marines get out after a single enlistment
Marine Corps

Marine Corps reveals why 75% of Marines get out after a single enlistment

"Maturing the force"

COVID Vaccinations
Air Force

The Air Force has not approved any religious waivers for the COVID vaccine

"Although we are encouraged by the falling number of cases, COVID-19 is still a very real threat."

The US military’s toxic exposure problem is far bigger than just ‘burn pits’
Opinion

The US military’s toxic exposure problem is far bigger than just ‘burn pits’

The dialogue around toxic exposure should be evidence-based, relevant, solution-focused, and preventative.

The A-10 that landed without a canopy or landing gear is back flying after 3 years of repairs
Air Force

The A-10 that landed without a canopy or landing gear is back flying after 3 years of repairs

"We basically rebuilt the entire front of the A-10 without aided engineering and unprocurable parts."

Air Force colonel claims she was fired for not ordering subordinates to get COVID vaccine
Air Force

Air Force colonel claims she was fired for not ordering subordinates to get COVID vaccine

“My religious beliefs prevent me from taking the vaccine, actively promoting the vaccine, and from administering the vaccine to others myself."

The Pentagon quietly removed more than 130,000 Afghanistan War photos and videos from public view
Afghanistan War

The Pentagon quietly removed more than 130,000 Afghanistan War photos and videos from public view

The photos were ostensibly removed in order to protect Afghan civilians from Taliban reprisals, however many of the missing images show U.S. troops at war.

This scene in ‘Clear and Present Danger’ brilliantly shows the gulf between politicians and those on the front lines
Entertainment

This scene in ‘Clear and Present Danger’ brilliantly shows the gulf between politicians and those on the front lines

“The course of action I’d suggest is a course of action I can’t suggest.”

A few dozen airmen set up a mini airfield in the Pacific to train for a possible war with China
Air Force

A few dozen airmen set up a mini airfield in the Pacific to train for a possible war with China

"Like, this is what we joined the service to do."

These are the best photos of the US Military we saw this week
Military Life

These are the best photos of the US Military we saw this week

Blue Angels and brrrrt, silkies and squad bays...we have it all

Your post-PCS checklist
Military Moves

Your post-PCS checklist

Here are the top post-PCS tips that will help you and your family transition smoothly into your next chapter.

Spend like a boot, insure like a champ
Benefits & Pay

Spend like a boot, insure like a champ

With your basic needs met, that first real paycheck looks very tempting indeed.