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The History of Chechnya’s Fierce Fighting Force

Todd Neikirk
Chechen fighters walking together

In February 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin sent the country’s Army to invade Ukraine. He believed he could make quick work of the invasion, but…

China Once Tried to Pass Off a ‘Top Gun’ Scene As Footage of Its Own Air Force

Tom Cruise as Lt. Pete "Maverick" Mitchell in 'Top Gun' + Chinese flag

The majority of military and war movie fans will likely agree that 1986’s Top Gun has some of the best aerial combat scenes ever captured…

Whitey Bulger: Air Force Service Member Turned Organized Crime Boss

Todd Neikirk
Whitey Bulger in a bathrobe + Whitey Bulger mugshot

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

US soldiers crossing a stream

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…

Lt. Col. Justin Constantine Dedicated His Life to Helping Fellow Veterans

Justin Constantine speaking at a press conference

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

Todd Neikirk
Willem Dafoe as Sgt. Elias in 'Platoon' + James D'Arcy and Kenneth Branagh as Col. Winnant and Cmdr. Bolton in 'Dunkirk'

War films have always seen a high degree of popularity, even while undergoing dramatic changes over the decades. In the early days of cinema –…

The M1 Helmet Both Protected and Posed a Risk to Soldiers on the Front

Soldier charging forward with his weapon

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

Military portrait of Lt. Gen. Larry Jordan

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,…

Leading the Way: The Greatest Military Leaders in Historical War Movies

Todd Neikirk
Willem Dafoe as Sgt. Elias in 'Platoon' + Alec Guinness as Col. Nicholson in 'The Bridge on the River Kwai' + Tom Hanks as Capt. John Miller in 'Saving Private Ryan'

There are few things more important in the military than leadership. Oftentimes, the quality of a unit’s leader(s) can be the difference between victory and…

Video Captures Touching Moment Between Grandfather and Higher-Ranking Granddaughter

Staff Sgt. James Williams saluting 2nd Lt. Charlotte Williams

For many American families, serving in the military is something that gets passed down from generation to generation. In some instances, the younger generation surpasses…

NFL Players Who Lost Their Lives Serving in the US Military

Military portrait of Jack Lummus + Al Blozis dressed in his football uniform + Military portrait of Pat Tillman

When it first came about, it was common for National Football League (NFL) players to serve in the US military. While it’s since become far…

Bob Hope Dedicated Half a Century to Entertaining Troops With the USO

Bob Hope performing on stage, with a USO flag hanging behind him

Being away from home for long periods of time can be demoralizing for troops. With the Second World War continuing to rage in both Europe…