13 Photos More American Than Uncle Sam Behind the Wheel of a Monster Truck
The photograph above depicts Chuck Taylor. The Chuck Taylor. Wearing Chuck Taylors. What could possibly be more American than that? How about Elvis … holding an ice cream cone? That […]
Game-Changing ‘Robot’ Warship One Step Closer to Deployment
Next time you’re at the beach lounging on a cheap slab of terry cloth or enjoying an ice cold beverage in the comfort of an oversized chair dug into the sand, […]
What Sledding on a Sand Dune Looks Like
Just when it looks like fun, suddenly, it doesn’t. If you ever wondered whether or not this was possible, well, here’s your answer? Just don’t expect this pastime to […]
Tennessee Elementary School Disciplines Boy for His ‘Military Haircut’
What happens when a young student at an elementary school gets a “high-and-tight” haircut to honor his stepbrother — an active-duty soldier? He gets showered with a heap of support […]
Here’s a Patriot Using His Rifle to Fire Up the National Anthem
This dude is one part Francis Scott Key, two parts Charlton Heston. Here he is (above) carrying a tune, by virtue of being a pretty damn good shot. Notice: he’s […]
U.S. Airstrikes Enrage Iraq Militia Forces Fighting ISIS
The Iranian-backed Iraqi militia forces that have spearheaded the fight against ISIS in the city of Tikrit furiously raged over U.S. and coalition intervention Thursday, which came in the form of […]
U.S. National Guardsman & Cousin Arrested for Trying to Join ISIS
According to authorities, the FBI arrested Army National Guard Specialist Hasan Edmonds, 22, at Chicago Midway International Airport as he was trying to fly to Egypt and join ISIS in […]
Stars, Heroes Gather for USO Washington-Baltimore Awards Dinner
An ordinary Wednesday night in Arlington, Virginia became extraordinary when a whole slew of big names gathered at the USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore 33rd Annual Awards dinner. Among those honored […]
GIF: Chinese J-31 Stealth Jet Fighter During a Test Flight
Shenyang J-31 — or FC-31 fifth Generation Multi-Purpose Medium Fighter, also known as “Gyrfalcon” or “Falcon Hawk” or F-60 or J-21 Snowy Owl — is a twin-engine aircraft currently under […]
Watch This Chinese Military Instructor Save His Recruit’s Life
The key to throwing a grenade is the actual “throwing of it”. Away from you. So as not to blow up yourself or anyone else you’re fighting with. It’s vital. […]
Watch this Canadian Paratrooper Get ‘Off-Dropped’
According to the video’s source, this is Stick Commander footage of 3 PPCLI paratroopers being “off-dropped”. The paratrooper who found the forest amazingly scraped by with only a minor foot […]
Eight-Year-Old Boy Lives Out Dream as a Real Army Ranger
Eleck Stone, 8, suffers from cystic fibrosis — a life-threatening disease that harms the lungs and digestive system. Through the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment at […]
One Last Hug for Military Working Dog ‘Daysi’
“Daysi and Olmos were an ideal team pairing,” said Tech. Sgt. Kevin Nelson, 802nd SFS kennel master. “Olmos was Daysi’s first official handler and she was his first dog. Their […]
U.S. Warplanes Begin Airstrikes on ISIS in Tikrit
According to Pentagon officials, Wednesday saw the first airstrikes by U.S. warplanes on the city Tikrit in response to requested assistance by the Iraqi government — in an attempt to […]
Here’s Another Case of Stolen Valor Captured on Video in Alabama
Yet another shameless case of stolen valor. Wait until the very end, when the guy taking the video spells out why this crime is so abhorrent and detestable. This from the […]
Today We Celebrate ‘National Medal of Honor Day’
This from U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: The greatest commendation our nation can confer is the Medal of Honor. The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863. To […]
Throwback Thursday: Chris Kyle on Conan in 2012
The late “American Sniper” discusses hitting a target from 21 football fields away, the difference between SEAL Team 3 and SEAL Team 6, military technology and who he considers to […]
Lawyer: Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl Charged with Desertion
Eugene Fidel, Bowe Bergdahl’s attorney, told the Washington Post Wednesday that the Army sergeant rescued last year after five years in Taliban captivity, has been charged with desertion and misbehavior. The […]
Veterans Innovation Partnership Fellowship Now Accepting Applications for Fall Class
On November 9, 2009, President Obama signed Executive Order 13518, Employment of Veterans in the Federal Government, which establishes the Veterans Employment Initiative. The initiative is a strategic approach to […]
Smith & Wesson Vying for Army’s $500 Million Pistol Contract
The Army is undergoing their biggest wholesale pistol replacement in a decade, and Massachusetts gun manufacturer Smith & Wesson is poised to be the name that brings the contract back […]