• Chess for Military Kids: The Hobby That Survives Every PCS
    Every PCS resets a military child’s routine: a new school, new friends and, often, a waitlist for the team or class they loved. Chess is one of the few activities that can come along unchanged. Here is how to keep…
  • When Rugged Simplicity Outperforms Overcomplicated Tech
    NOVEMBER 6, 2026 – Reliable mission equipment often succeeds because its design is easy to understand, inspect, and maintain under pressure. Extra features can look impressive during a controlled demonstration, yet each connector, motor, and software layer creates another possible…
  • Preserving, Storing, or Transferring a Military Firearm
    NOVEMBER 4, 2026 – An inherited service rifle can arrive with a family story and surprisingly little paperwork. A relative may remember where it came from, while the documents that explain its ownership sit in another box entirely. Preserving, storing,…
  • 5 Benefits of Regular Health Checkups for Veterans
    OCTOBER 31, 2026 – After leaving the military, many veterans transition back to civilian life. Some pursue regular employment, while others start businesses. As they try to adapt, settle in, and earn a living, they can get caught up in…
  • Why More Laser Power Is Only Part of the Directed-Energy Challenge
    OCTOBER 30, 2026 – Higher laser power can expand the capabilities of directed-energy systems, but the beam still has to retain its quality and deliver sufficient energy to a target at a distance. High-energy laser weapons are often described by…
  • Cleanliness Supports a Disciplined Mind
    OCTOBER 28, 2026 – Military personnel are trained to be highly disciplined and to have clear and focused minds. This helps them to operate well under pressure and ensures that they can stay focused even when things are chaotic around…
  • How to Restore and Upscale Old Military Family Videos With an AI Video Editor
    Almost every military family has a shoebox of memories. Deployment homecomings recorded on a camcorder, a graduation ceremony filmed from the back row, a unit picnic shot on a phone that has long since been replaced. Many of these clips…
  • From the M1911 to Modern Sidearms: The Evolution of Military Pistols
    OCTOBER 21, 2026 – A military pistol can remain familiar long after the battlefield around it has changed. The Colt M1911, Beretta M9, and SIG Sauer M17 belong to different generations, yet each inherited the same assignment: serve as a…
  • Top Defense Satellite Providers: SkyFi vs. Planet Labs vs. Vantor
    OCTOBER 16, 2026 – Time and again, satellite technology has proved powerful in managing various events unique to our planet. From monitoring emergencies and natural disasters to mapping rainfall for agriculture, satellite tech affects numerous socioeconomic sectors.  Defense satellite providers…
  • How Simple Breathwork Soothes the Stressed Military Brain 
    OCTOBER 16, 2026 – In the military, you’ve got to stay sharp because hesitation is often a grave danger. However, once you’re finished with a difficult mission, your body may take a while to unwind. You might find that your…
  • How Veterans Can Document Medical Conditions That Worsen After Leaving the Military
    OCTOBER 15, 2026 – Leaving military service does not always mean leaving service-related health problems behind. An injury that seemed manageable at discharge can become more painful years later. A mental health condition can begin interfering with work or relationships.…
  • Creative Ways to Manage Stress and Boost Well-Being Every Day
    OCTOBER 7, 2026 – For veterans balancing work, family, and the aftereffects of service, veteran stress management can feel like a daily assignment with no clear finish line. Common veteran mental health challenges, hypervigilance, irritability, sleep disruption, and feeling on-edge…
  • Why Military Personnel Hide Mental Health Symptoms From Their Command
    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…
  • Military Reunions
    List your military reunion for free at MilitarySpot.com. Listings will appear below. Contact us to send reunion info. Please include dates of reunion, URL link (if any), location of reunion, who is invited, additional information about the reunion, and contact…
  • What Does Marine Insurance Cover?
    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,…
  • Advanced Protection Against Unauthorized Drones in Critical Areas
    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,…
  • What Happens When a Felon Is Charged With Possessing a Firearm?
    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%…
  • How Veterans Can Navigate Benefits and Legal Options for Asbestos-Related Diagnosis
    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…
  • How Veterans Can Navigate Legal Options for Asbestos-Related Diagnosis
    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…
  • Top 7.62×51 M80 Ammo Options for AR-10 Shooters
    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…
  • Emerging Surveillance Technologies Are Reshaping Modern Defense Operations 
    JUNE 30, 2026 – Modern defense operations are growing increasingly intelligent as operators shift towards more autonomous, data-informed workflows. With aid from emerging technologies like AI, agencies can collect, understand and act on critical data more efficiently than ever before.…