The Jolly Roger Flag – A Symbol of Pirates and Nazi-Hunters
The famous Jolly Roger flag, which once instilled fear in the hearts of merchantmen, is still in use today.
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Demystifying 6 Popular Military Jargon Terms
Some of these terms encapsulate honor and tradition, while others not so much… But they are all part of our military jargon.
To Balance Future With Current Threats the US Will Need to Adjust its Entire Strategy
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. The U.S. must prove that it can learn from history.
16 Military and Tactical Expressions That Confuse Civilians
From the profane to the hilarious and the nonsensical these military and tactical expressions leave most civilians baffled.
Identity Versus Personality in and out of the Military
This piece will focus on the identity categories of age and social status. I believe that these two categories coincide in the military: the expectation is that in order to achieve one of them, you must have the other. The military has a very fixed structure and a distinction between the officer and enlisted ranks. […]
Injuries Without Scars: How Special Operations Medics Treat Brain Injuries
The U.S. military has made great leaps in identifying and treating brain injuries. Today’s research, treatment, and care will help keep our warriors strong tomorrow.
‘Brothers of the Cloth’ by George Hand IV – A Fantastic Account of Life in Delta Force
Geo’s “Brothers of the Cloth” is probably the best account of the men who comprise Delta Force, our nation’s top special operations unit.
Melvin Morris Exemplified What It Means to Leave No Man Behind
Rushing to recover the body of his dead comrade Melvin Morris took on the North Vietnamese for hours. His actions earned him the Medal of Honor.
The Day Our Lives Changed: How 9/11 Affected Military Families
War is the crucible in which military members are tempered. The fallout is the crucible where families are.
Nothing Can Stop the US Chair Force!
Do you know why they call us the Chair Force? Cuz we can destroy the enemy without getting up from our chair!
Is China Considering Moving Into the Former US Airbase at Bagram?
“We need to watch China because I think you are going to see China make a move for Bagram Air Force Base,” Nikki Haley said.
A Cigar Humidor – The Perfect Gift for the Traveling Cigar Smoker?
Who doesn’t like reuniting with old teammates over drinks and cigars? And a cigar humidor with make that reunion even more memorable.
