Tiffini Theisen

Tiffini is a Military.com writer and editor who oversees the website's email newsletters, seasonality pages, holiday and evergreen content, and news alerts. A seasoned journalist with extensive experience in reporting, writing, audience development, content strategy and news analytics, Tiffini holds a master's degree from the University of Florida and is a former journalism professor and award-winning college newspaper advisor. She lives in Florida with her fiance, an Army veteran who served in Iraq.

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The Ultimate Veteran and MilSpouse-Made Holiday Gift Giving Guide

'Tis the season to be thoughtful! With holiday shopping in full swing, it's the most wonderful time to get ahead on your...

Veterans Day 2024 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...

The Honor Guard marches in a Veterans Day parade.

New York Veterans Day 2024 Parade: Livestream

The nation's largest Veterans Day event, the New York City Veterans Day Parade hosted by the United War Veterans Council...

Military Appreciation and Giving Back to Veterans on Veterans Day

For Veterans Day, several organizations roll out promotions that support the military, veterans and their families.

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Here's How to Maximize Your Free Veterans Day Food Deals

If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.

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.

Veterans Day History

Over the years, Veterans Day has evolved into a day not just for remembering those who served in wartime but also for...

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Honorable Discharge: Everything You Need to Know

An honorable discharge is a type of military discharge given to service members who have met or exceeded the standards of...

Alison Malachowski tends to the grave of her son, U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. James Malachowski, in Section 60 of Arlington National Cemetery, July 22, 2015. Staff Sgt. Malachowski was killed by an improvised explosive device during his fourth combat deployment on March 20, 2011, while his unit was raising the Afghanistan national flag over a small compound near Patrol Base Dakota in Marjah Province. (U.S. Army/Ken Scar)

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"Gold Star mother:" It's a distinction that no mother wants, but one that many of them wear proudly.

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Join the Army

Learn about the ASVAB, fitness test and other requirements to join the Army, where you can get leadership skills and hands-on...

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Join the Air Force

Opportunities abound if you choose to join the U.S. Air Force, the branch of the military that defends the nation through...

2024 Memorial Day Events

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

VA Funding Fee

It can be overwhelming to understand the details of fees involved with a VA home loan. The funding fee is applied to most VA...

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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...

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