With the holidays approaching, our thoughts turn to spending time with family and friends wherever they may be. Most people can simply hop in the car, board a plane, catch a train, or even walk down the street to see their loved ones. But what if your loved ones are on the other side of [...]
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As a third-generation military veteran, I have seen my fair share of service members performing their duties under volatile, emotionally-charged, extreme circumstances. I’ve heard stories from brave men and women in situations that most of us would only see in movies or hear about on the news. Even in my own family, there are tales [...]
Each year on December 7th, American citizens pause to remember the fallen heroes of the Pearl Harbor attacks. Some gather with fellow veterans to mourn the friends and comrades they lost, others participate in memorial services or parades, while others show footage of the attacks and discuss the effects on today’s service members.
Being part of [...]
Being a member of the US Navy SEAL is not all about combat or warfare. There are also annual events that are meant for other purposes. Examples are the Annual Superfrog Triathlon, Annual East Coast SEAL Reunion and Navy SEAL Warrior Fund Annual Benefit.
The Annual Superfrog Triathlon is held in Colorado, California every [...]
In the past it was common for men in the Navy to brandish their skin with tattoos signifying their service and dedication to the Navy and to one another. However, as time has evolved it is no longer a common trend for Navy servicemen to brand their bodies with tattoos as a sign of their service. Still, there are many Navy men who still keep this trend going today.
There is one medal that all Navy SEALs will acquire during their years of service. This medal is commonly referred to as the “SEAL Trident.” However, it is also known as the Special Warfare Insignia or “The Budweiser”. This medal is a sign that the person who wears it has successfully passed the Navy’s Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training. This is a special training session that must be passed by all individuals before they become an official Navy SEAL.
