Captain LibertyMay 26, 2026
Military Chaplains: Faith, Service, and Morale from the Revolution to Today
From the earliest days of the United States, military chaplains have stood at a unique crossroads of faith and service. They are clergy, but they are also officers. They do not carry weapons into combat, yet they serve on the front lines of human need—offering prayer, counseling, comfort, and moral guidance to service members in peace and war alike. Their story begins in the Revolutionary War and
Captain LibertyMay 17, 2026
The Air Force Academy — A Campus Like No Other
Perched on the edge of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado Springs, the United States Air Force Academy is more than a college campus. It is a living symbol of American airpower, disciplined leadership, and architectural ambition. For visitors, the Academy can feel almost futuristic: soaring modernist buildings, broad ceremonial spaces, and a setting that seems designed to inspire both reflection and
Captain LibertyMay 10, 2026
What It Takes to Get Into West Point
For many young Americans, the United States Military Academy at West Point represents the highest blend of scholarship, leadership, and service. Located above the Hudson River in New York, West Point is more than a college—it is the starting point for a career of responsibility in the U.S. Army and a lifelong commitment to duty. But getting in is no small feat. Admission is highly competitive, and
Captain LibertyMay 4, 2026
What the U.S. Space Force Actually Does
When people hear “Space Force,” they often picture science fiction, orbital dogfights, or troops stationed on the Moon. The reality is more practical—and far more important to everyday life. The U.S. Space Force is the newest branch of the American armed forces, and its job is to protect the space-based systems the United States depends on every day. That means satellites, GPS, missile warning, se