Barry Mason, Author at StarSpangledFlags.com

Barry Mason is a proud third-generation American whose grandfather served in World War II. Born and raised in small-town Tennessee, Barry developed a deep appreciation for American history and traditions from an early age, learning about the sacrifices made by previous generations. Barry has spent over a decade writing about flag etiquette, patriotic traditions, military history, and the stories behind America's most cherished symbols. When he's not researching the fascinating history of Old Glory, you can find Barry volunteering at veterans' events, coaching youth baseball, or exploring America's national parks with his family. A firm believer in supporting American manufacturing and small businesses, Barry is passionate about celebrating the craftspeople who keep American traditions alive. He lives with his wife and two children in a home where the American flag flies proudly every day. Favorite quote: "Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction." - Ronald Reagan

US Military Launches Self-Driving Ship

The United States military has added a new vessel to its powerful fleet of vessels. But this isn't just an ordinary destroyer or scouting vessel, it's an unmanned, self-driving ship that's designed to hunt and detect mines, as well as enemy submarines. To learn more about this state-of-the art vessel and how it could reshape [...]

What is a Warrant Officer and How do I Become One?

Whether you're currently enlisted in the U.S. Army, or if you are thinking about enlisting, you've probably heard of the Warrant Officer job role. Warrant Officers have many responsibilities, including but not limited to organizing missions and offering expertise to other soldiers. But what exactly are Warrant Officers? And how do you become one? These [...]

What is a Non-Commissioned Officer?

There are several different types of personnel in the United States Armed Forces, the most well-known being "enlisted." Enlisted personnel are military servicemen and women who are recruited to joint either the Army (ages 18-35), Marine Corps (18-34), Air Force (18-39), and Coast Guard (18-27; 32 if qualified for attending "A" school). Other personnel types [...]

The Servicemember’s Civil Relief Act (SCRA): What You Should Know

With more than 2.2 million servicemembers, the United States military is the world's largest military force in terms of personnel size. It consists of five primary branches: the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy, each of which has its own unique purpose and characteristics. But regardless of which branch you intend to [...]

Largest US Destroyer Heads Out to Sea

Destroyer-class boats have long been the pinnacle of the US Navy. Defined as a fast maneuverable warship that's capable of attacking enemy targets or defending allied vessels, it plays a major role in military operations. Ever prior to World War I, the Navy had been building a sizable force of destroyers. Just recently, however, the [...]

Surprising Benefits of Being a US Military Veteran

Photo credit: US Army Free Professional Tax Preparation Services Let's face it, no one enjoys preparing and filing their taxes. It's a tedious, confusing process that's made even more difficult when it involves military pay. The good news is that veterans can receive free professional tax preparation and filing services. As long as your family [...]

Did You Know? 7 Fun Facts About the Navy SEALs

Only 1 in 5 Candidates Become a Navy SEAL To say becoming a Navy SEAL is "difficult" would be an understatement. Due to the mentally and physically rigorous tests that candidates must go through, it's estimated that only 20% (1 in 5) pass. If 500 candidates enter training, for instance, only about 100 will pass. [...]

Top US Fightercraft of All Time

Since the invention of the airplane, the world has been improving upon aircraft for decades, trying to make the next one better than the last. No one has quite been able to master the fine art of premier aircraft quite like the U.S. military has however, and the fighter planes they have produced in the [...]

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The 6 Military Branches Explained

Sometimes it can be very confusing when you’re trying to figure out the detailed differences in the military branches. That’s why we’ve gone to the sources and found some great sites and articles on what each branch does and the variations in the way they serve. We think you’ll find these articles fascinating reading. #1: [...]

Best Military Bases

America’s Top 10 Military Boom Towns In this article by Elizabeth Whalen for blog.sparefoot.com, she tells us just how much of a positive impact both military bases and military retirees have on the towns they live in and which of those towns has benefited the most from its military presence. From the Army post Fort [...]

US Military Launches Self-Driving Ship

What is a Warrant Officer and How do I Become One?

What is a Non-Commissioned Officer?

The Servicemember’s Civil Relief Act (SCRA): What You Should Know

Largest US Destroyer Heads Out to Sea

Surprising Benefits of Being a US Military Veteran

Did You Know? 7 Fun Facts About the Navy SEALs

Top US Fightercraft of All Time

The 6 Military Branches Explained

Best Military Bases

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