Born in 1696, Samuel Whittemore is perhaps one of the most interesting characters of the American … Valor FridayRead more
Army
Ft. Cavazos (Hood) mess hall woes
Military.com reports that soldiers on Ft. Hood Cavazos are having a tough time getting fed. Yeah, … Ft. Cavazos (Hood) mess hall woesRead more
Monday – National Purple Heart Day
August 7 is called variously National Purple Heart Day, Purple Heart Appreciation Day, and Purple Heart … Monday – National Purple Heart DayRead more
Belgian Beer Bearing Battered Bastard of Bastogne dies, age 98
We talked about Private Vince Speranza several years back, and his cheeky brand of “aid and … Belgian Beer Bearing Battered Bastard of Bastogne dies, age 98Read more
The U.S. Army is updating its conventional fires strategy based on Ukraine War realities
General James Rainey, of the Army Futures Command, declared that the U.S. Army is generating an … The U.S. Army is updating its conventional fires strategy based on Ukraine War realitiesRead more
Now this truly feels good
We all know about 3rd Infantry’s Old Guard. Some of us have past or present friends … Now this truly feels goodRead more
Valor Friday
Veterans of modern times will be aware that sometimes, if you want recognition for your actions, … Valor FridayRead more
Army vet Tony Bennett dies at 96
Tony Bennett, the American singer whose career spanned more decades than most of us will live, … Army vet Tony Bennett dies at 96Read more