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OCTOBER 3, 2026 – Secretary of War Pete Hegseth traveled to the U.S. Air Force Academy near Colorado Springs, Colorado, today, where he addressed roughly 3,500 members of the school’s cadet wing ahead of the annual Air Force vs. Naval…

OCTOBER 2, 2026 – Marine Corps Recruiting Command exceeded its fiscal year 2026 recruiting mission across every component and category, leading a historic, departmentwide rebound in military enlistments. Defying national trends and proving that the appeal of elite service remains…

OCTOBER 2, 2026 – Inside the King 98 — a call sign for an HC-130J Combat King II — loadmasters prepared for another group of jumpers while the aircrew set up the next approach. A completed parachute drop meant finishing…

SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 – Right now, a soldier is sitting in the corner of the barracks. He hasn’t slept properly in three weeks. Every morning during assembly, his hands shake slightly. He gets angry at his friend over some trivial…

If you’re looking at aviation as a career path, you’re stepping into a field that rewards discipline, technical skill, and clear thinking under pressure. That makes it especially relevant for military readers, veterans, and civilians who want work with structure…

SEPTEMBER 2, 2026 – The International Union of Marine Insurance reports that as of 2024, North America accounted for 7.75 percent of the roughly $40 billion in global marine insurance premiums. Marine insurance is a contract that protects all vessels,…

SEPTEMBER 2, 2026 – The rapid development of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) has fundamentally changed the modern threat landscape for military forces, police units, security services, and critical infrastructure. Drones are now more accessible, agile, and technologically advanced than ever,…

AUGUST 27, 2026 – Under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g), certain prohibited persons are forbidden to possess, receive, ship, or transport firearms or ammunition. Yet despite this law, there are still 7,245 people convicted under this in fiscal year 2025.  89%…

AUGUST 22, 2026 – Asbestos exposure is very common among military veterans. Military environments have historically used asbestos in many ways, including for ship construction, insulation, and various mechanical components. Unfortunately, the health effects of asbestos may take decades to…

AUGUST 20, 2026 – Do you want to sharpen your aim with your AR-15 to a fine point? Are you training for dangerous scenarios from which you hope to emerge the victor? Or are you not particularly concerned about your…

AUGUST 20, 2026 – If you’re looking at aviation as a career path, you’re stepping into a field that rewards discipline, technical skill, and clear thinking under pressure. That makes it especially relevant for military readers, veterans, and civilians who…

AUGUST 10, 2026 – Dominance in space begins on the ground. At Patrick Space Force Base and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Civil Engineers are forging power projection platforms for the Spaceport of the Future initiative. The initiative is focused…

JULY 22, 2026 — On July 15, the U.S. Army marked a significant milestone in its modernization efforts by breaking ground on a new 155mm ammunition production facility at the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant. The ceremony, attended by local officials…

Introduction: The Problem with Traditional Gun Cleaners You just spent 30 minutes cleaning your firearm—and now your garage smells like chemicals, your hands feel dry, and you have to open every window just to breathe comfortably. For decades, gun cleaning…

APRIL 8, 2026 – The FBI has arrested a former U.S. Special Operations Command employee for allegedly leaking the downing of the F-15e fighter jet shot down over Iran late last week, the FBI announced today. FBI Director Kash Patel…

MARCH 25, 2026 – Moving across the country is a common experience for military families, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. A Permanent Change of Station (PCS) can bring excitement and new opportunities, but it also comes with logistical challenges,…

Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ) provides a view of career information documented in Navy personnel databases, such as training and education (including Navy eLearning, NECs, and college courses), qualifications and certifications, career history, advancement status, and awards. Periodically, afloat Sailors should…

MARCH 9, 2026 – The Department of the Air Force and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Military Asset and Security Strategy Task Force signed a memorandum of understanding to explore mutually beneficial opportunities at Hanscom Air Force Base, March 5. The…

FEBRUARY 22, 2026 – Secretary of War Pete Hegseth will travel to Denver, Colorado, tomorrow, to visit True Anomaly and Sierra Space. Secretary Hegseth will also administer the oath of enlistment to the next generation of American warfighters at Buckley…

JANUARY 19, 2026 – U.S. immigration can seem complicated because it is made up of separate pathways — family, employment, humanitarian and citizenship — each with its own eligibility rules, forms, evidence standards and timing. It is not ‘paperwork in…

JANUARY 5, 2026 – The best military-style pants for civilians in 2025 are CQR pants, 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro, Propper Lightweight Tactical, LA Police Gear Operator, and Condor Sentinel. After testing dozens of tactical pants across hiking trips, range days,…

The Army Training Requirements and Resources System (ATRRS) is the Army system of record for training. The online system tool integrates manpower requirements for individual training. This automation support tool establishes Army training requirements, determines training programs, manages class schedules,…

Navy eLearning (NeL) delivers computer-based learning designed to enhance your professional and personal growth. To log in to NeL via the My Navy Portal click here. Click on Quick Links, then click Navy e-Learning and then go to Online courses.…

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 – Embellished patches have been an integral part of military wearables for decades and serve the purposes of identification, rank, and unit designation. However, with the evolving needs of modern-day missions comes the necessity of the patches…

JULY 22, 2024 – Beginning in 2026, the legacy Uniformed Services Identification (USID) card will no longer be accepted for access to benefits, privileges, or DoD bases. According to the DoD Common Access Card website, USID cards are issued to…

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 – Air Force Reserve Command continues preparations to fully implement Defense Travel System Oct. 1, 2023 and transition away from legacy programs for its travel management needs. Once implemented, the initiative is intended to reduce delays in…

Updated December 2022 It truly depends on whether or not you are a non-prior or prior service member, looking at enlisting into the active duty or reserve components, etc. In the United States military system, you may enlist into any…

Your moving experience begins when you receive your Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders. The information below will give you a head start on what to expect, who you need to contact and what you need to know. Military Housing…

Many years ago, there was a famous saying of “Loose lips sink ships.” While the aspects of this have changed significantly as communication channels have changed, the overall message remains the same – don’t talk about what you know. OPSECToday,…

Frequent relocations are an accepted part of military life. Moving is challenging and can be disruptive and stressful to DoD personnel and their families. Being prepared is the key to a successful adaptation to the demands of the mobile military…

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a multiple choice test, administered by the United States Military Entrance Processing Command (MEPS), used to determine qualification for enlistment in the United States Armed Forces. In…

The Department of Defense provides excellent and affordable health care for members of all U.S. Military branches. Before the 1980’s there were a couple of methods for health care delivery. Military members received treatment at military medical facilities, and retirees…

UPDATED OCTOBER 2021 – The Occupational Physical Assessment Test (OPAT) is a battery of four events used to assess a recruit’s capabilities to engage in physically demanding Army training. As an assessment, the OPAT measures physical capacity in the three major…

Birthdays are all about celebrating the birth of those we love and respect. That is why we take the time out to invite friends over, plan parties, bake birthday cakes, and sing loudly to the guest of honor. It is…

APFT Rifle Drills Exercises Source: Department of the Army Field Manual, FM 21-20 Physical Fitness Training Rifle drills are suitable activities for fitness training while bivouacking or during extended time in the field. In most situations, the time consumed in…

There are a lot of different advantages to joining the military, but if you have served in the military before, you can enjoy some advantages to your prior service enlistment. The U.S. Army is offering great benefits and bonuses and…

When you decide to join the military, you have a very important decision ahead of you – choosing your branch of service. Each branch plays a unique role in the security of our country. While they all work together to…

Selective Service Registration The Selective Service System is tasked with preparing to manage a military draft if and when Congress and the President so direct. The Selective Service System has not received such an order, but will maintain its readiness…

APFT Obstacle Course Exercises (Confidence) Source: Department of the Army Field Manual, FM 21-20 Physical Fitness Training CONFIDENCE OBSTACLE COURSES Confidence obstacle courses must be built in accordance with Folio No. 1, “Training Facilities,” Corps of Engineers Drawing Number 28-13-95.…

You must be between the the ages of 17 and 35 to join the U.S. Army. If you are under age 18, you must obtain the consent of your parent or legal guardian. However, there are exceptions to age restrictions…

Try Our Military Phonetic Alphabet Converter! 10-2: Ambulance urgently needed10-3: Motor vehicle accident10-4: Wrecker requested10-5: Ambulance requested10-6: Send civilian police10-7: Pick up prisoner10-8: Subject in custody10-9: Send police van10-10: Escort/transport10-11: In service10-12: Out of service10-13: Repeat last message10-14: Your location?10-15:…

OCTOBER 1, 2018 – The VMET (Verification of Military Experience and Training), or DD Form 2586, documents and verifies service member military experience and training. Therefore, it is useful when you are considering civilian occupations related to your military service,…