In the modern military, we still have a long way to go, even though servicewomen are much more commonplace than just a few decades ago. However, as we know, America may not be the oldest country in the world, but it has had hundreds of years in which an armed force was vital for its […]
When you think of the leading figures in American history and the patriots of the Revolution, several historical figures often come to mind. There is George Washington, Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, Ben Franklin, possibly Captain America?…well either way, the list goes on and on. But if the name Francis Marion isn’t on your shortlist, you […]
The way we picture aliens, extraterrestrials, and beings from outer space in media and popular culture continues to evolve. There are many reasons for that, including scientific discoveries and various movies, TV shows, and games. But nothing has influenced the intrigue and belief in alien lifeforms quite like the Roswell Incident. While the U.S. government […]
We all know that The Fourth of July, or Independence Day, is the United States’ annual celebration of freedom and liberty. But did you know that exactly one month later our nation celebrates the Coast Guard’s birthday? How old is the Coast Guard, you ask? Founded on August 4, 1790, the military branch is celebrating […]
Military life and civilian life have plenty of differences, and as a result, there are many things that simply don’t translate. This doesn’t just include the technical side of things but also the rituals, traditions, and nuances that come with serving in any organization. But you don’t have to be a Marine to know the […]
Even as a united front, everyone’s path in the U.S. military is different. Such was the case for the Montford Point Marines, the first Black Marines to serve in the Marine Corps. But while their sacrifices and service helped keep America free, they weren’t afforded the same freedoms or opportunities due to prejudice. Through hardships […]
In an age in which missiles, planes, firearms, artillery, and any other number of typical weapons have dominated, there has also been a surprising amount of balloon usage. Not all are the same, and we’ve come a long way from the ideas that laid the foundation through hot air balloon reconnaissance, but they’ve still been […]
