Whitey Bulger: Air Force Service Member Turned Organized Crime Boss
The 1900s was the century of mobsters in America, and few are more well-known than James “Whitey” Bulger. The leader of the notorious Winter Hill…
The History of Fragging in the US Military
Leading a group of soldiers during wartime is a massive responsibility, and the decisions made can often mean the difference between life and death for…
US Marine Corps’ Pride Month Post Ignites Discussion About Being LGBTQ+ in the Military
Each June, companies and allies across the globe take to social media to express their support for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Oftentimes, this support…
Lt. Col. Justin Constantine Dedicated His Life to Helping Fellow Veterans
On May 5, 2022, Lt. Col. Justin Constantine passed away after a brave and courageous battle with cancer. As Americans continue to mourn the loss…
Five of the Most Realistic Representations of War in Hollywood
War films have always seen a high degree of popularity, even while undergoing dramatic changes over the decades. In the early days of cinema –…
USS Arizona Medal of Freedom Aims to Commemorate Battleship’s Crew and Legacy
The sinking of the USS Arizona (BB-39) during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, saw the deaths of 1,177 sailors and…
US Navy, Air Force Trying to Recruit Public At ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Screenings
Those old enough to remember the premiere of the original Top Gun film in 1986 likely recall seeing US Navy-run recruitment booths outside of theater…
The M1 Helmet Both Protected and Posed a Risk to Soldiers on the Front
Helmets were first introduced to American soldiers in 1917, as a way of protecting servicemen from suffering head trauma while fighting in Europe. One of the…
Lt. Gen. Larry Jordan on His Military Career and the Service of African-Americans in WWI
The US military has a long and complicated history when it comes to the treatment of minorities within its ranks. While things have certainly improved,…
US Navy Sailors, Command Treated to Advanced Screening of ‘Top Gun: Maverick’
Nearly 1,000 active sailors serving with the US Navy were recently treated to an advanced screening of the new Tom Cruise film Top Gun: Maverick,…
Study Confirms Gulf War Illness Caused By Exposure to Toxic Nerve Agent
After over 30 years of not understanding the cause of Gulf War Illness, veterans of the Persian Gulf War appear to finally know why they…
Bomb-Sniffing Dog Awarded State Honors By Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
The majority of military enthusiasts are aware of the importance of bomb-sniffing dogs, especially in times of war. One recently received state honors from Ukrainian…