J.D. Simkins
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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.
Man who reportedly swindled veterans out of retirement and disability pay for 7 years fined $1
The amount “accounts for Corbett’s inability to pay more based on sworn financial statements that he provided to the Bureau and Corbett’s ongoing cooperation with the Bureau’s investigation."
This Russian captain used to beat his soldiers with dildos
Additional digging into the matter provided a shocking revelation that the captain in question was even documented in a Dr. Seuss-ian story.
Coast Guard member reprimanded for flashing controversial gesture on MSNBC
He was upbraided in administrative letter of censure signed by Capt. John Reed, the head of Hurricane Florence response efforts in Charleston, S.C.
USS Indianapolis survivors recount harrowing battle for survival in new documentary
The film is available for viewing through Feb. 5.
Heathens hold religious services rooted in Norse paganism aboard aircraft carrier
The faith rooted in Norse myths is experiencing a resurgence.
‘We’ll see how frightened America is’ — Chinese admiral says sinking US carriers key to dominating South China Sea
"What the United States fears the most is taking casualties,” the admiral said.
Terrorist behind 2000 destroyer Cole bombing killed in airstrike
The 2000 attack ripped a 40-by-60-foot gash into the ship’s side, killing 17 and wounding 39 more.
‘You’re not some p-ssy sitting on the sidelines’ & other Mattis-isms: Secretary of Defense edition
Mattis brought characteristics he's well known during his time as secretary of defense.
Marine on duty dies from gunshot at Marine Corps Barracks in DC
Metropolitan police responded to the scene.
