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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Ode to James Ransone’s memorable portrayal of a junior enlisted Marine
In just seven episodes, James Ransone churned out one of the most relatable on-screen depictions of life as a junior enlisted Marine.
Air Force vet hoarded 17,700 bottles of hand sanitizer, then had no place to sell them — Sad!
Death tolls may be soaring, but the potential panic ignited by the thought that Colvin’s spawn may one day be unable to afford a top-tier, out-of-state college tuition is just too great to fathom.
How to avoid coronavirus, according to ISIS
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria would like a moment of your time.
Former RAF F-22 Raptor pilot wants augmented reality to change the way US aviators train
Robinson estimates the U.S. Air Force could be using A-TARS within the next five to seven years.
This woman is the Army’s only female salvage diver
The 29-week school presents prospective divers like Johnson with relentless challenges.
Congressman, a former dentist, says he’d ‘rather die gloriously in battle than from’ coronavirus
Gosar knows a thing or two about glorious battles.
Iwo Jima 75th anniversary reunion called off due to coronavirus concerns
The option of rescheduling for a later date remains on the table.
‘Greyhound’ trailer puts Tom Hanks at the helm of a Nazi-hunting WWII destroyer
Hanks also penned the screenplay for the film.
Green plastic Army women set features working dogs and handlers, Rosie the Riveter
The toys come in sets of 36 and are expected to be released this October.
Coronavirus is here to ruin all hope for beards in the military
A limited number of styles are permissible as long as the hair does not break the seal of the mask.
