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The Funny—and the Fun—of Halloween with the Firefighters of FIRE DEPT COFFEE
Ask any veteran fire-paramedic, and they’ll tell you Halloween can be a pretty strange night to work a shift. But it can also be a rewarding one.
For Army Veteran Lucas O’Hara, Life is an Overlanding, Knife-Forging Adventure
Plus, how this former sniper uses his custom F-150, built with the DECKED Drawer System, to fuel his life.
For This Warthog Pilot, the Close Air Support Mission Never Ends
Retired Col. Kim “Killer Chick” Campbell on flying, fighting, and inspiring the next generation of aviators.
Training for The Tactical Games with EOD Tech Katie Hernandez
After crushing the world record by running a 10:23 mile in an 85-pound suit, a US Army company commander takes aim at her next challenge.
A Memorial Day Message from Team GovX
Memorial Day is a moment where we can and should remember not only those who’ve made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of freedom and democracy, but those who proudly wear the uniform every day.
The President of THE TACTICAL GAMES Wants You off the Couch
Veteran Nick Thayer on the move-and-shoot games that changed his life … and might change yours.
Marine Vet Phil Klay’s New Book is Essential Reading for Every American
An interview with the National Book Award Winner on citizenship in a time of invisible war.
This Former Navy SEAL Creates Ultimate Adventures for Kids of Fallen Heroes
The mission of Active Valor is to support Gold Star Families, those who’ve lost a military family member in the line of duty.
Why You Never Feed the Wildlife on Deployment
A cautionary tale about cats, COVID, and the finer details of deployment life. Original nonfiction by US Marine Ben Kent.
Everything AMBULANCE Got Wrong According to Real Paramedics
Three firefighter/paramedics weigh in on the new blow-up-everything movie from Michael Bay.
Meet Justin Haley, Current Fireman and Former World Series Champ
From bringing the heat to fighting the heat. Former MLB pitcher Justin Haley becomes a full-fledged firefighter.
Remembering That Time an A-10 Pilot Lived Up to Her Callsign
Here’s a story we never get tired of telling. It involves an A-10, a push into Baghdad, and a pilot with the callsign “Killer Chick.”
Eight Presidents Who Were Total Badasses During Their Military Careers
Before they were the Commander-in-Chief, these men served valiantly in the air, the land, and the sea.
The Five Aircraft in the Super Bowl Flyover, if They Were Real People
In honor of the 75th anniversary of the United States Air Force, let’s have some fun before the big game.
A Tribute to the Emergency Medical Workers Serving America
Emergency medical workers nationwide are exposed to death and trauma every single day. And yet they keep going.
Meet the Four National Guardsmen Competing in the 2022 Olympic Games
Can you think of any American better qualified to totally crush a skiing-and-shooting competition than a National Guardsman from Vermont?
The USO Celebrates 81 Years of Serving the Nation’s Armed Forces
Founded in 1941, the USO is best known for its live performances for deployed troops featuring famous celebrities and comedians.
US Navy Scrambles to Recover Crashed F-35 Before China Does
Hustle up, team. We’ve got a plane to fish out the water.
Watch this LAPD Sergeant Revive an Unconscious 3-Year-Old Girl
A little girl owes her life to the quick actions of an on-patrol LAPD sergeant. Hero at work right here.