To Honor The Fallen, Fight For The Living
Memorial Day is meant to be focused on taking the time to honor the fallen and remember those who paid the last full measure.
Military
Memorial, by Sean Dietrich
“Don’t say ‘Happy Memorial Day’ this weekend. It’s not happy. It ain’t about parades and barbecues. It’s about missing someone so badly you can’t breathe.”
The Army-West Point Class of 1997: Forged in Combat
Our journey would take us to the battlefields of Afghanistan and Iraq, where some of our finest would make the ultimate sacrifice.
Balancing National Security and Free Market Principles in the Ammunition Industry
Earlier this year, Vista Outdoor Inc. sent notifications to outdoor stores selling ammunition, warning of delays and price increases due to a shift in production focus towards Ukraine.
West Point’s New Motto: “Neglect, Dishonor, Betrayal” – So Send Money! By Cullum Number 53988
West Point has decided to revamp its storied motto from “Duty, Honor, Country” to a more modern, if somewhat controversial, “Neglect, Dishonor, Betrayal.”
The .308 Caliber Catastrophe: How the US Army Lost Its Edge
The .308 Winchesterhad been the gold standard for a reason. It was the cartridge that epitomized the Army’s ability to “kill people and break things” efficiently—a succinct summary of any self-respecting military’s purpose.
West Point Weddings, Part 3: Aftermath
Part 3, of a three part series about one of the most unique experiences in American Military Life, West Point Weddings.
West Point Weddings, Part 2: Short Romance-Long Wedding
Part Two, of a three part series about one of the most unique experiences in American Military Life, West Point Weddings.
The Reflective Belt Litmus Test: Exposing Fake Iraq Veterans Online
In the age of internet warriors and self-proclaimed heroes, one surefire way to vet a person’s claim of serving in Iraq is the Reflective Belt Litmus Test.
West Point Weddings, Part 1: Prelude
Part one of a three part series about one of the most unique experiences in American Military Life, West Point Weddings.
Yes, I Love War… Sort Of
“Compared to war, all other forms of human endeavor shrink to insignificance. God, how I love it!
~LTG George S. Patton Jr.
Examining Federal Spending: Illegal Immigrants vs. Homeless Veterans
Abraham Lincoln said it best when describing debt owed to veterans: To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan.
The Tale of the Deadly White Socks: A Combat Faux Pas
In the annals of military absurdity during the later years of the Iraq war, few offenses struck fear into the hearts of soldiers like the infamous case of the white socks.
Farewell Address to the Corps of Cadets at West Point
On May 12, 1962, General of the Army Douglas McArthur [USMA’03] delivered his famous Duty, Honor, Country speech as he accepted the Sylvanus Thayer Award at West Point.
True Story-No Joke: Biden Sells Out USA and Israel For Votes
Biden is trying to stop Israel’s attack on Rafah which is a Hams stronghold that must be cleared and pacified for Israel’s security.
Barb Dwyer: Transforming Army Culture: The Evolution from “Meat Eaters” to Inclusive Leadership
The decision to remove branch insignia from Army Combat Uniforms (ACUs) in 2005 marked a significant milestone in the ongoing evolution of Army culture.
Hamas “Accepts” Deal It Wrote Itself
The war has been dragging on for seven months; Hamas and Israel are negotiating. This wasn’t ever going to be easy.
The War To End All Wars
From mainstream news media to even the best of alternative news sources, commentators and pundits, everyone seems to be salivating at the idea of World War Three.
UBL in English: Condemnation of Western Powers, Calls for Islamic Unity, and Threats Against America
Bin Laden’s goals and aspirations, as articulated in the speech, revolve around expelling American military forces from Muslim territories.
How Did Hamas Choose Their Targets?
Victims included some foreign tourists and hundreds of Israeli soldiers, but the lion’s share of the day’s victims were innocent civilians, ranging in age from infancy to the elderly.