Raising Guerilla Gurus: Cultivating a Military Mindset for a New Age
Today's military must embrace omnidirectional thinking, says a former special forces officer.
A Question for Our Nation: What Does It Mean to Serve?
'Servant leadership extends beyond traditional business settings and equally applies to law enforcement and military leadership.'
Braxton McCoy on Writing, Riding, and Fighting
An inspiring story of recovery from author Braxton McCoy and his new book 'Glass Factory'
21 Tips Before Your First Salute
Commentary You are about to embark on the beginning of your career. I wanted to share some things I’ve learned through experience to “put in your rucksack” as you start ...
Understanding Veteran TBI: Hormone Imbalances Following Traumatic Brain Injury
Commentary It has been known for over 80 years that following a head injury there is dysfunction in the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), ...
Something About Phoenix Always Puts Me Right Back in Kandahar
Commentary I worked in Phoenix last week, away from my home, like I’ve been doing off and on for years. My day job involves some stress, but not life-and-death stress ...
Bad Military Leaders: Toxic Versus Radioactive
“Toxic” leaders are bad, but they’re not the worst kind of leaders out there. The absolute worst leaders are “radioactive.” Oh, you didn’t know that there was a difference? Well, ...
Bowling for America… in The Philippines?
So, when it was all over, China brought nothing. The EU team brought balloons. The Belgians brought cheerleaders. But the Americans brought… home the trophies. U-S-A!!! U-S-A!!! For a few ...
Why You Want Cops to Have a Warrior’s Mindset
Commentary Over the past several years, the term "warrior" has been used, labeled, demonized, idolized, and applied to all kinds of professions. These days when someone mentions the word "warrior," ...
Raising Guerilla Gurus: Cultivating a Military Mindset for a New Age
Today's military must embrace omnidirectional thinking, says a former special forces officer.
A Question for Our Nation: What Does It Mean to Serve?
'Servant leadership extends beyond traditional business settings and equally applies to law enforcement and military leadership.'
Braxton McCoy on Writing, Riding, and Fighting
An inspiring story of recovery from author Braxton McCoy and his new book 'Glass Factory'
I’ll Take My Armor Off Someday—But Not Today
Although home and hearth call, a vet reflects that he'll bear the armor of duty and obligation for another day.
At Home Between Patrols
A vet reflects on the importance of home: that place you carry with you for strength and motivation when you are away.
A Girl Named Jasmine, the Afghan Face of Sharia Law
A young girl no older than 13, stoned to death. A vet recalls the nightmare of capital punishment under Sharia law.
Finding Out Who You Are and Why You’re Here
A wife reflects on her often painful 43-year journey with her Vietnam vet husband and hero. Her message to veterans: 'We need you now as never before!'
Help the Dorks Become Sgt. Hulkas
An important element of leadership is helping new recruits go from "dorks" to capable military members.
Reversing the Worst Military Recruiting Challenge in History
To address the military recruiting crisis, appeal to Gen Z's quest for a calling, says this Marine author.
Electric Nights in a Lawless City: A Veteran Reflects on George Floyd
A veteran compares his experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan with a surreal stint in post-George Floyd Minneapolis.
Special Forces and ‘Say Yes to the Dress’: A Lesson in Being Authentic
For a diplomatic officer serving in Croatia, his wife's unexpected dress choice is a powerful statement about human relations and authenticity.
The Roller Coaster Called ‘Healing’
A vet reflects on the ups and downs of healing. 'No matter what your trauma is, it is valid—it is real.'
An Army Brat’s Perspective: 2 Types of ‘Service Members’
An "army brat" gives tribute to her loving, hardworking, resourceful mom—who was just as much a "servicemember" as her military dad.
No Marines Died That Night
Awakened by a fierce firefight, a Marine leaps up instantly prepared to do the job—minus one item.
You’ve Been up for 22 Hours and Haven’t Eaten in 12: ‘Don’t Miss’
A veteran reflects on the stresses of life in the military. The structure of military life helps compensate for lack of sleep and extreme conditions; but without that structure, vets ...
What the Casualties in Iraq Taught Me About War
"The threat of death hung over everything like a heavy, invisible curtain": an OR nurse with the USAF 407th Expeditionary Medical Group reflects on Operation Iraqi Freedom and the lessons ...
Veterans: The Emotions That Are Eating Us Alive
Commentary What comes to mind when you think of psychological therapy? Is it the expensive leather couch, a stuffy-looking doctor with a clipboard, and a quiet room that looks like ...
The Right Side of Despair
A veteran reflects on what it means to be truly "seen" and understood by our loved ones.
Military Leader or Business Manager?—Part 2: Is There a Difference?
Dave Chamberlin asks: Are our military leaders being trained for budget battles or for combat?
Dead in the Water: A Day in the Life of a Coast Guardsman
Commentary Friday, Sept. 12, 2014. It was a normal day. The event started late in the afternoon. We received a rather vague notification that a vessel of interest (VOI) may ...
‘Sheepdog’ Police: Predators Hunting Predators
Commentary The public goes about their day, to the mall, a movie theater, baseball game, beach, etc. Within that world, there is another world. A secret world. A world that ...
From Asgard to Nidavellir: The Journey of the Army’s Stryker
Commentary In Norse mythology, Nidavellir was one of the nine realms inhabited by the gods. It was home to the greatest craftsmen, who were known for their magnificent creations for ...
When One of Us Is Murdered: A Police Officer Speaks
Commentary It’s so frequent these days. It’s on the news nearly every day. An officer was shot and injured; an officer was assaulted; an officer was ambushed; an officer was ...
Why and How We Need to Change Police Training
Commentary “Left of Bang is an idea that is part of the Marine Corps Combat Hunter Program. Left of bang is everything you do before shots are fired, the lethal ...
See Your Broken Warrior Through Love’s Rose-Colored Glasses
A wife reflects on what happens when unconditional love treats the scars of battle
Air Power for the Future: The Case for the A-10C
Commentary Author's Note: The United States Air Force’s decision to divest the A-10C “Warthog” has larger ramifications for future wars than just an airframe. The service plans to drastically reduce ...
Understanding Veteran TBI: Hormone Imbalances Following Traumatic Brain Injury
Commentary It has been known for over 80 years that following a head injury there is dysfunction in the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), ...
Something About Phoenix Always Puts Me Right Back in Kandahar
Commentary I worked in Phoenix last week, away from my home, like I’ve been doing off and on for years. My day job involves some stress, but not life-and-death stress ...
From the front lines to the home front, America’s military veterans and first responders are committed to serving our nation and our community, and protecting our way of life.
The Epoch Times’ “Battlefields” project, in partnership with The Havok Journal, gives voice to America’s Service Community and highlights their successes and their struggles; their triumphs, and their tragedies.
In their own words, and from their own hearts, these… are their Battlefields.