Public figures are often associated with military service due to the roles they portray, their public image, or long-standing rumors. This article examines whether certain well-known actors, entertainers, and public personalities actually served in the military. Each section addresses commonly asked questions using available biographical information and documented service history. Jump To An Actor / … Read more
Hearing loss is relatively common both in the civilian world and military life. Unfortunately, soldiers risk even more as many service members generally operate around incredibly loud, damaging sounds. For this reason, many veterans seek to receive VA disability for hearing loss. What do you need to know about hearing loss and how to file … Read more
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a standardized test used by the Department of Defense. It is administered to help assess aptitude and determine eligibility for military service and job placement. Because ASVAB scores can affect qualification options, many test-takers look for ways to prepare effectively. This article presents general study and test-day … Read more
Unlike Europe, Asia, or the Middle East, Africa does not host a large network of permanent U.S. sovereign bases. In 2026, the United States maintains one major enduring military base on the continent, Camp Lemonnier in Djibouti. It serves as the headquarters for Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) and a critical … Read more
This article provides an overview of U.S. military bases that have operated in Iraq during different periods of U.S. involvement in the region. It covers former Army, Air Force, and joint bases that were active during various phases of military operations, stabilization efforts, and post-conflict missions. The bases listed include locations that supported detention operations, … Read more