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Commercial imaging companies solved the data access problem; now they must tackle reliability. – Clone
Commercial Earth observation (EO) has largely solved the access problem. Defense and national security organizations can now task commercial satellites with speed and scale unimaginable a decade ago. But access is not the same as reliability.…
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Defending the Edge: Proven Air Defense for the Modern Fight
From Ukraine to Iran, recent conflicts have underscored how profoundly low-cost, proliferated and adaptable aerial threats are reshaping the modern battlefield. Small drones and one-way attack systems are compressing decision timelines, stressing traditional defenses and exposing…
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Healing Doesn’t End With the Veteran
When Army veteran Chris Eaton attended Operation Warrior Resolution’s (OWR) Men’s Veteran Retreat earlier this year, he had been on a healing journey for several years. Following his military service, Chris dedicated himself to understanding the lasting effects of combat, PTSD, and loss. Over the previous two years, he worked with more than 40 mental…
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Honoring 25 Years of Service Through Opportunity
As America commemorates the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, Tunnel to Towers Foundation is reflecting on a promise that has guided its mission from the very beginning: to Never Forget the sacrifices made by our nation’s military members, first responders, and their families. Throughout 2026, the Foundation is marking this milestone through nationwide initiatives…
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Why “set it and forget it” does not work for Life Insurance
USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York Many service members are automatically enrolled in Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) and then rarely think about it again. Early in a career, that may be understandable. A young single service member with no dependents, no mortgage, and limited financial obligations may be…
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Lessons from flight: How a Top Gun veteran takes control of his CLL
As a veteran Top Gun Radar Intercept Officer (RIO), Bruce Wright prioritizes discipline in all aspects of life. As a Naval Flight Officer (NFO), Bruce had to know his pre-flight checklist like the back of his hand, and he took the same initiative and discipline as a patient with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) to understand his disease inside and out and advocate for CLL patients like himself to do the…
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TAPS Gives Military and Veteran Survivors a Voice on Capitol Hill
Behind each devastating death in the military community is a family left to grieve an immense loss. Standing behind these military and veteran survivors is the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), the national nonprofit organization that has — for 30 years — been the trusted source for immediate and peer-based emotional support, assistance in accessing benefits, and survivor advocacy. TAPS works closely with the survivors it serves, members of…
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WW2 veteran and daughter share memories in Fisher House
At 104, David G. Perez is living a long life full of devotion to his family and his country. Born March 1, 1920, he grew up with a large extended family on a ranch owned by his grandfather in California and joined the Army in 1941. He trained in California where they had to train on wooden weapons and chalkboards instead of real equipment. “They shipped out from San Francisco,…
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IHG® Army Hotels Celebrates 15 Years of Success
IHG® Army Hotels is celebrating 15 years of providing the finest accommodations and hospitality for the military community. Since 2009, we’ve redefined what on-post lodging can be. Under the Privatization of Army Lodging (PAL) program, we’ve partnered with Rest Easy to build new hotels and renovate existing properties so that our guests can experience the same quality they expect from our hotel brands off post. We’ve spent more than $1…
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Serving the Greatest Nation: Reflections of a Soldier for Life
By: Robert Hastings As the sun rises on June 14, 2024, marking the 249th birthday of the United States Army, I find myself reflecting on my four decades of military service to this great nation. From dusty training grounds to foreign battlefields to disaster relief and homeland security missions, I’ve witnessed the resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of the American Soldier. But what does it truly mean to serve the…
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Why the Coast Guard Foundation Matters
As the United States’ maritime guardian, the U.S. Coast Guard stands as an impressive force dedicated to protecting our shores, enforcing maritime laws, and responding to emergencies at sea. First and foremost, the Coast Guard ensures the safety and prosperity of the nation through its many missions, including search and rescue, maritime law enforcement, and drug interdiction. They are the first responders during natural disasters, facilitators of maritime trade and…
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Our Military Kids® Celebrates 20 Years with a Refreshed Brand Identity
Our Military Kids unveils revitalized branding to celebrate the next chapter of enhancing military family wellbeing. Our Military Kids®, a national nonprofit providing extracurricular activity grants to military children and teens, is excited to announce the completion of a new brand strategy and visual identity refresh to celebrate the next chapter in the organization’s 20-year history of enhancing military family wellbeing. The refresh includes an updated logo, branding, and a…
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The Heart of Volunteering: A Reflection on the Warrior Games
The Department of Defense (DoD) Warrior Games, which is an annual celebration of the resiliency and dedication of wounded, ill, and injured military members, is not just a sports event; it’s a beacon of hope and recovery. For volunteers, it’s also a chance to be a part of something inspiring and amazing. The 2024 Warrior Games, set to take place from June 21-30 at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex…
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Adaptive sports take your mind off your problems.
FORT LIBERTY, NC., — For a six foot-five infantryman, Staff Sgt. Abel Baez’s pain is just something he dealt with for quite a long time. “I’m infantry… we go by the motto if you got pain drink water – if you still have pain drink more water.” All joking aside, Baez explained how he dealt with years of pain from an ACL and meniscus tear that was surgically fixed but…
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OS2 Tiffany Clark
OS2 Tiffany Clark joined the military intending to dedicate 20 years of service to her country. She had a tumultuous upbringing and was unhoused at the time of her enlistment. The Navy offered her the security she craved, and she thrived. Around 2016, she tore her ACL, made a full recovery, and returned to duty. In 2021, her command played a game of COVID-safe no-touch ultimate frisbee for PT, though…
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HMCM (FMF) Steven “Steve” Flemming
HMCM (FMF) Steve Flemming joined the Navy fresh out of high school. He joked that he joined for the money, but upon reflection, it was more than that. “I look back now, and it was the recruiter himself, whom I have since connected with, and is now a retired MMC. He was pretty direct and professional in how he talked about the Navy and all the travel that could come…
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MA2 Kyle “Higgy” Higginbotham
MA2 Kyle “Higgy” Higginbotham, is quick with the “dad jokes” during morning muster at Adaptive Sports camps. A native of Leesburg, Fla., he is often in bright spirits around his fellow adaptive-sports athletes. “I give off a persona that I’m okay, but my accident really did affect me. Navy Wounded Warrior helped me take my guard down and come to terms with my injuries.” On October 28, 2021, while stationed…
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Honoring Military Members with Vacation Savings
Military members (and their families) deserve affordable and memorable vacations. That’s where Armed Forces Vacation Club (AFVC) comes in—a free membership travel club exclusively for military heroes. What is AFVC? AFVC is a free membership travel club for active military, veterans, U.S. Department of Defense-affiliated personnel, and their families. It offers up to 60% off hotel stays and resort accommodations worldwide, starting at just $57 per night. Fred Walz, an…
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MSAN to offer second leadership development training this fall
There’s a leader in every military spouse. At Military Spouse Advocacy Network (MSAN), we wholeheartedly believe this statement, so we created a unique program designed to nurture and strengthen military spouses’ leadership potential: the Military Spouse Leadership Development Program (MSLDP). This free, virtual program teaches military spouses the fundamentals of leadership, service, advocacy, and mentorship with the expectation that the graduates will share their expertise within their communities and make…
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Norwich University makes college accessible & affordable
The nation’s oldest private military college offers tuition discounts, transfer credit options, flexible scheduling, and dedicated support for active service members, veterans, their spouses, and first responders. People who serve in the military or as first responders often face challenges above and beyond those they encounter in the line of duty. Factors like unpredictable schedules, service-related disabilities, and changes in assignment or station can present hurdles civilians may not encounter.…
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What is joint life insurance, and is it right for you?
Military couples looking to replace SGLI when separating or looking to supplement their SGLI coverage have a unique opportunity to purchase one life insurance policy covering both spouses rather than two individual policies. Joint Life Insurance is one contract covering two lives for one premium. Like an individual life insurance policy, a joint policy helps ensure that your family is financially protected if one or both of you die prematurely.…
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PCS with Less Stress
PCS season is here and many military families are likely feeling a mixture of excitement and dread. Moving for a Permanent Change of Station is a part of military life. According to the Department of Defense, nearly one third of service members make a PCS move every year. While the process can feel overwhelming at times, there are several ways to help take the stress out of the big move.…
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You can help provide adapted homes to injured Veterans
Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) is a publicly funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization that builds and donates specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-9/11 Veterans, to enable them to rebuild their lives. Most of these Veterans have sustained injuries including multiple limb amputations, partial or full paralysis, and/or severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). These homes restore some of the freedom and independence our Veterans sacrificed while defending our…
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Legacies Live On at TAPS
On Jan. 30, 2024, Ashlynne Haycock-Lohmann opened her oral testimony before the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, “I am the Gold Star Daughter of United States Army Sergeant First Class Jeffrey Haycock, who died while training to deploy in 2002, and Air Force Veteran Nichole Haycock, who died by suicide in 2011. I personally understand how life-changing our VA benefits are to our surviving families.” Ashlynne was 10 years old…
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Supporting Military Spouses from Day One
No one understands the life of a military spouse quite like another military spouse. The Military Spouse Mentorship Program (MSMP), created by Military Spouse Advocacy Network (MSAN), is designed just for spouses to have free access to support, empowerment, and education in a safe, secure setting called the Mentorship-HUB. What will you find inside the Mentorship-HUB? Inside the Mentorship-HUB, MSAN mentors, staff, advocates, and volunteers regularly share resources and personal…