M142 HIMARS: The Artillery System Capable of Providing Combat Support in All Conditions
The M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) has been getting a lot of press lately, due to the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine. 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,…
Atomic Annie: The Cold War-Era Cannon Capable of Firing a Nuclear Warhead
Toward the start of the Cold War, the United States government looked into developing atomic weapons capable of launching an attack on the Soviet Union,…
Anti-War Resistance in the US Military During the Vietnam War
Following the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor during World War II, many American civilians were eager to go off to war. It was a much…
‘Bonanza’ Star Dan Blocker Heroically Served His Country During the Korean War
Bonanza, which ran from 1959-73, was one of America’s favorite television series. At the heart of the show was Eric “Hoss” Cartwright, played by Dan…
US Army Announces Replacements for M4 Carbine and M249 Squad Automatic Weapon
The US Army has officially announced the Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) that will replace the M4/M4A1 carbine and the M249 Squad Automatic Weapon. The…
Two Members of the Real-Life von Trapp Family Served in WWII
The von Trapp family’s incredible story is one of the most well-known events of the Second World War. Though not entirely accurate, it was forever…
Turning Personal Experiences Into Song: Six Musicians Who Served in the US Military
The very best songwriters in the world call on their life experiences to help inform their music – and serving in the US military is…
Why Did the US Army Attack the Lakota Sioux at Wounded Knee?
On December 29, 1890, soldiers with the US Army opened fire on hundreds of Lakota Sioux. The group of Native Americans was largely unarmed and…
Top Classic Movies Starring US Military Veterans
Actors often rely on life experiences to inform their performances on the big screen, and a portion of the greatest actors of all time served…
US Army Announces Gender- and Age-Based Changes to Fitness Test
The US Army has unveiled the latest changes to the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT). The test, which has been under review for years, will…
NFL Players Who Lost Their Lives Serving in the US Military
When it first began, it was common for National Football League (NFL) players to serve in the US military. While it has since become much…