J.D. Simkins
Executive Editor
J.D. Simkins is the executive editor of Military Times and Defense News, and a Marine Corps veteran of the Iraq War.
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‘Warfare’ directors talk filmmaking process, capturing combat realism
Directors Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland discuss everything that went into creating one of the most realistic depictions of combat ever made.
A day in the life — photos of Marines getting OC spray-certified are pure gold
Congratulations to these devils on joining perhaps the world’s most miserable club.
Military Meme Monday — April 16 edition
Another weekly roundup of the best military memes to break up your back-to-work depression.
Not all knife hands are created equal: Archaeologists unearth ancient warrior who puts us all to shame
The beloved knife hand is as much of a staple of military culture as fighting, drinking and getting married prematurely.
Military Meme Monday — April 9 Edition
Another weekly roundup of the best military memes to break up your back-at-work depression.
Cease fire — it’s National Burrito Day
How are you celebrating this joyous occasion?
Fired Navy chaplain was filmed having sex at a New Orleans pub
A chaplain since 1986 who previously oversaw the destroyer Cole was filmed in the act at a French Quarter bar.
Military Meme Monday — April 2 Edition
Have any favorite military-related memes? Share them with us and maybe we’ll feature them in next week’s roundup.
‘WTF, Over?’: The Duffel Blog card game you didn’t know you needed — until now
The prompt-and-response, Cards Against Humanity-style card game is well on its way to finding its way onto predeployment packing lists everywhere
Greenies, iconic Norfolk sailor bar, to close its doors for good
If you've ever been stationed in Norfolk, no doubt you've at least heard of the legendary watering hole.
