The U.S. Army may soon have a new light tank at its disposal. Earlier this month, the Army announced that it selected two defense contractors to build and supply it with a new light tank. While the exact number is unknown, some reports estimate that the U.S. Army has more than 1,200 active tanks, most […]
America’s Oldest World War II Veteran Passes at Age 112
America’s oldest World War II veteran has died at age 112. As reported by Today, Richard Overton was a sharpshooter in the U.S. Army in the early 1940s. He voluntarily enlisted in the Army to serve the United States and protect its citizens during World War II. Overton has received praise for his service during […]
6 Ways to Thank a Military Veteran During the Holidays
You don’t have to wait until Veterans Day to show your appreciation of our nation’s military veterans. With the holiday season upon us, now is the perfect time to thank a veteran. There are several ways you can thank a veteran during the holidays, some of which we’re going to explore. #1) Say ‘Thanks for […]
US Military Develops New Proficiency System for Black Hawk Trainers
Black Hawk Aircrew Trainers (BAT) have proven instrumental in preparing U.S. military pilots to operate these massive combat and support helicopters. Featuring a realistic cockpit with complete controls, they allow military pilots to practice takeoffs, landings and other maneuvers in a simulated environment. The Army developed the first Black Hawk trainer back in 2015, implementing […]
George HW Bush’s Service Dog to Help Military Veterans
On Nov. 30, 2018, George H.W. Bush passed away at age 94 while surrounded by friends, family and loved ones at his home in Houston, Texas. The 41st president of the United States was known as being a compassionate animal lover. Shortly before his passing, George H.W. Bush adopted a service dog from America’s VetDogs […]
What Is the Flag Resolution of 1777?
The American Flag has deep roots cemented in our country’s history. When the Declaration of Independence was originally signed in July 1776, the Continental Colors flag was displayed to symbolize our nation’s independence from Great Britain. However, this wasn’t America’s official flag. It wasn’t until the Flag Resolution of 1777 that the Continental Congress approved […]
5 Benefits of Enlisting With the Army Reserve
Originally founded in 1908 under the name “Medical Reserve Corps,” the Army Reserve is the U.S. Army’s reserve force. Like other reserve forces of the U.S. military, it’s a volunteer force that’s designed to increase the total size of the U.S. military in case of combat. If you’re thinking about enlisting in the Army Reserves, […]
What Is a Sapper in the US Army?
Have you heard of a “sapper?” It’s a term used frequently by U.S. Army soldiers and other military servicemembers. To the average civilian, though, it’s difficult to surmise what exactly the term “sapper” means. In this blog post, we’re going to take a closer look at sappers in the Army, revealing the role and importance […]
The History of Veterans Day
While most Americans are well aware that Thanksgiving occurs during November, many are surprised to learn that there’s another officially recognized national holiday in this month: Veterans Day. Held annually on Nov. 11, Veterans Day is an official holiday in the United States that honors the millions of military veterans who have served in the […]
Why the Army Chose the SIG Sauer Over the Glock
The U.S. Army has chosen the SIG Sauer P320 as the default sidearm for soldiers. While Army soldiers will likely still have access to other handguns, their primary handgun will be SIG. Of course, the SIG wasn’t without the competition. For a while, it was believed that the Army would choose the Glock as its […]
