Tiffini Theisen

Tiffini is a Military.com content editor and writer who oversees editorial content for the site's email newsletters and seasonality pages. A journalist since 1996, she has been a reporter, editor, web producer, social media manager and journalism professor.

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U.S. Marine Corps veterans salute during the 5th Marines Vietnam War Memorial unveiling ceremony in the Camp San Mateo Memorial Garden at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.

Vietnam Veterans Day Commemorated with Ceremonies Nationwide

More than 900 locations worldwide will have commemorative ceremonies for Vietnam Veterans Day on March 29, with many giving...

Movers Beware: Bad Military Mover Horror Stories

Should you beware of your military movers? Here's some advice.

Tipping Your Military Movers? What to Know About Working with Your Moving Team

Do you need to tip your movers? What are important things to know about working with your military movers? Learn the answers...

Military Appreciation and Giving Back to Veterans on Veterans Day

Veterans Day is also a day where Americans can work with organizations that support the military, veterans and their families...

Veterans Day 2023 Parades, Events and More

Veterans Day is the perfect opportunity to attend events such as parades to learn about the importance of the Veterans Day...

Contracted personnel perform an accountability assessment and pack items

The Personally Procured Move (PPM): Steps to Take

What are the steps for a Personally Procured Move (PPM) with the military? Learn everything you need to know here.

Everything You Need to Know About Your Personally Procured Move (PPM)

Formally a dity move, the Personally Procured Move (PPM) allows service members to be reimbursed by the government for moving...

Dan Blocker poses for a photograph dressed as his 'Bonanza' character, March 1, 1968. (Department of Defense)

‘Bonanza’ Star Dan Blocker Fought Communists in the Korean War

Dan Blocker fought in what is today North Korea for 209 days, receiving a Purple Heart.

Gene Hackman in the "French Connection."

Famous Veteran: Gene Hackman

"I have trouble with direction, because I have trouble with authority. I was not a good Marine."

Famous Veterans: Gregg Popovich

Gregg Charles Popovich, the NBA's all-time winningest coach, credits his Air Force service for helping him succeed in the...

Strategic Air Command personnel interpret a reconnaissance photo during the Cuban Missile Crisis in October 1962. (U.S. Air Force photo)

DEFCON Levels

DEFCON, short for Defense Readiness Condition or simply Defense Condition, is the U.S. military’s ranking system for defense...

2023 Memorial Day Events

Memorial Day commemorates military personnel who have served and died. The following is a list of the major Memorial Day...

Famous Veteran: Charlton Heston

Famous Veterans: Drew Carey

The comedian adopted his trademark crew cut and horn-rimmed glasses during his time serving with the Marine Corps Reserves.

What Is Military Time?

Military time is based on a 24 hour clock instead of using the standard 12 hour clock. Convert standard time to 24 hour time...

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Active-duty troops can now log in to renew their family members' military ID cards in a pilot program allowing the IDs to be...

U.S. Army soldier motivates spur candidates before the ruck march.

How the War in Iraq Changed the Military for Women

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Investigations and Features

Trading on Patriotism: How Extremist Groups Target and Radicalize Veterans

The issue of extremist groups has gained attention after the riot on Jan. 6 aimed at preventing the peaceful transfer of the...

They Said the Rise in Military Suicide Is a Mystery. Traumatic Brain Injury May Be an Answer.

Veterans who have had a head injury are at higher risk for suicide, but these deaths can be prevented, experts say.

Army News

Fort Bragg Soldier Charged With Murder in Serviceman's Death

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U.S. Army military garrison at Camp Kosciuszko in Poznan, Poland.

The Army Digs in for Competition Against Russia, Sets Garrison in Poland

The Army now has a permanent garrison in Poland, a major milestone underscoring that country's central role as a hub of NATO...

Navy News

a tour at Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility (RHBFSF), Halawa, Hawaii

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The compound in the antifreeze, diethylene glycol, is used in aviation fuels to help prevent the formation of ice crystals.

Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility (RHBFSF) Stakeholder Safety Walkthrough in Halawa, Hawaii

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Air Force News

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Paul R. Birch salutes.

Air Force Fires Guam Commander for 'Shortfalls in His Personal Conduct'

Brig. Gen. Paul R. Birch, commander of the 36th Wing at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, was relieved of his duties "due to...

One of the Historic Brick Quarters homes at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Ohio

29 Houses at Wright-Patterson Waiting on 'High'-Cost Renovation After Contractor Protest

Historic residential housing of the kind slated for significant remodeling at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is rare in the...

Space Force News

U.S. Air Force Airmen and Space Force Guardians marching.

125% Increase to Space Force Bonuses Part of 2024 Budget Request that Would Grow Ranks

The Space Force wants to grow the number of Guardians by nearly 10% and hopes to offer almost $5 million in new bonuses to...

Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman.

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The Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine said last month it is conducting a study examining a potential link between...

Marine Corps News

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A Marine Corps Cook Spread the Gospel of Tacos Throughout America

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