Vet’s Stunning Photos Show Combat in a Different Light
Using tintype, a type of photography popular during the Civil War, Drew captured images of American service members in Afghanistan. To create tintype photos, Drew had to create a direct positive […]
Jury Hears Former Marine’s Taped Confession in ‘American Sniper’ Trial
In February 2013, former Marine Cpl. Eddie Ray Routh confessed on tape to killing former Navy SEAL Chris Kyle and Kyle’s friend Chad Littlefield. This week, Texas prosecutors showed the taped […]
Sailors & Marines Aren’t The Only US Forces That Can Operate at Sea!
Sailors & Marines aren’t the only US forces that can operate at sea! Watch Waterborne Soldiers on the LSV-4, USAV LTG William B. Bunker conduct a combined Air Assault and Sling […]
16 Photos of Service Members Who Don’t Need a Snow Day
Enjoy your snow day, courtesy of the United States Military. […]
Dr. Ash Carter Sworn in as the Secretary of the Dept. of Defense
Late last year, President Obama tapped Dr. Ashton Carter to be the next Secretary of the Department of Defense, replacing outgoing Secretary Chuck Hagel. Today, Vice President Biden swore […]
10 Funny Photos That Capture How Awesome America Is
1. This Army band singing “Here Comes the Sun” and currently taking over the Internet. 2. This guy’s awesome ‘stash. 3. This freedom angel. 4. The only […]
Reports Say C.I.A. Bought, Later Destroyed Iraqi Chemical Weapons
In an effort to prevent decades-old Iraqi chemical weapons from falling into the black market and enemy hands, the Central Intelligence Agency purchased the weapons from an undisclosed Iraqi seller. […]
Fort Carson Gears Up to Face Down ISIS
Fort Carson’s largest fighting force, the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, is on their way to Kuwait. Congress still hasn’t given the President an answer on his request to go to war against the […]
4 Odd Facts You Never Knew About Presidents Day
Happy Presidents Day! Or is it President’s Day? Maybe Presidents’ Day? Find out below along with three other odd facts you never knew about the holiday. Fact #1: […]
Our 15 Favorite Presidents’ Day Discounts
1. C.O. Bigelow: Military Saves 10% C.O. Bigelow’s quality haircare and skincare products have always been an affordable, but they also offer an exclusive 10% savings […]
An All-Army Band is Taking Over the Internet
After four members of the Band released a short Facebook video in which they play “Here Comes the Sun” in the snow, the Army’s musical ambassadors skyrocketed into online popularity. The […]
MOAA Will Help You Craft a Winning Résumé
While your résumé and LinkedIn profile might not be what lands you your next job, a poorly constructed presentation might knock you out of the competition before it begins. […]
8 Suicide Bombers Make It Onto Air Base in Iraq Used by Marines
In the early hours of February 13th, eight suicide bombers made it onto the al-Asad air base in Iraq. The air base is currently used by the United States Marines […]
Navy SEAL Responds to Criticisms of American Sniper
By Jared Odgen, former Navy SEAL and cast member of the National Geographic Channel’s Ultimate Survival Alaska. Last night, I received a text from a colleague saying, “Are you watching […]
Son with Cerebral Palsy Walks to Marine Dad for the First Time
First, the young boy took a few timid steps across the room. With open arms, the boy’s dad gave him encouragement while the crowd watched. As the crowd began […]
Air Force Dad Surprises His Daughter at Graduation
Taylor Crafton, a high school senior, wanted her Air Force dad to be at her high school graduation, so she placed a life-size cardboard cutout of him in the audience. Her dad had […]
Starbucks Gave A Free Cup of Coffee to Every U.S. Service Member in Afghanistan
Starbucks recently revealed that during the holidays last year, it partnered with the USO to give a free cup of coffee to every American service member in Afghanistan- all 9,800. While Starbucks did […]
MOAA Speaks Up for Veterans’ Benefits
The Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) is the national association for American military officers and their families. MOAA offers a variety of benefits to its members, like career assistance and […]
Happy Birthday, President Lincoln!
Happy Birthday, Mr. President! Today, February 12th, is President Abraham Lincoln’s 206th birthday. Born in a log cabin in Hardin Country, Kentucky in 1809, Lincoln grew up on a simple farm. […]
Obama Officially Asks Congress to Authorize War Against Islamic State
In an official letter, President Obama asked Congress to authorize war against the terrorist group that calls itself the Islamic State. A crucial part of the letter states: My […]