James Barber

James Barber is the former entertainment editor for Military.com. He has a background in the music, radio and film industries and goes behind the scenes to bring the military and veteran audience entertainment news they care about.

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Military Members Can Get Free ‘Call of Duty’ Bonus Content This Month

The pack features an Operator skin, weapon blueprint, calling card, weapon charm and emblem, and it normally sells for $9.99.

National Guard Vet Michelle Viscusi Joins Latest 'Call of Duty: Warzone' Campaign

Michelle Viscusi is a National Guard veteran and national champion pistol shooter for Team GLOCK.

James Braddock, John Rambo and Snake Plissken Plot a 'Tanks' Takeover

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Military Esports Warriors Answer the 'Call of Duty' to Raise Money for Veteran Employment

If you're really into the military streaming scene, you'll know the handles of some of the players joining these U.S. and U.K...

Of Course Chuck Norris Needs a Tank to Celebrate a Proper Christmas

Three Video Games That Are Worth Your Time

Check out “Ghost Recon Breakpoint,” “Code Vein” or the remastered “L.A. Noire” if you’re looking to expand your gaming...

Sailors and Marines aboard the USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) man the rails as the ship passes the USS Missouri museum while departing Hawaii.

Naval Museums of the World Unite for a Live Online Virtual Tour

The Longest Night of Museums is an online event that will showcase 15 historical naval museums from around the world in a 17...

Master Chief Finally Comes to TV in Upcoming 'Halo' Series

It's taken almost a decade for "Halo" to make the transition from Xbox game to television series.

Soundforce Liberty 2 Pro earphones (Soundcore)

Soundcore's Liberty 2 Pro Earphones Deliver Hi-Fi Audio for a Fantastic Price

The new Soundcore Liberty 2 Pro in-ear wireless earphones are shockingly good and downright amazing at their $150 list price.

Review: Optoma NuForce BE Sport4 Earphones

The BE Sport4 Bluetooth earbuds are the latest generation in a series of excellent value models from Optoma NuForce.

Black Rifle Coffee Company aspires to help you live the life of your dreams.

Just How Good is a Cup of Black Rifle Coffee? We Investigate

The veteran-owned Black Rifle Coffee Company has built an $80 million business with creative marketing and a [forget]-em-if...

Cameras Now Rolling on Movie About Churchill's Secret WWII Spec Ops Unit

"The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" will tell the story of the inventive team that brought espionage into the 20th...

'Boy Genius' Defense Contractor Invents Game that Literally Kills You When You Lose

This VR headset will really blow your mind.

How You Can Help World of Tanks Provide Service Dogs for Vets

K9s for Warriors believes that highly trained service dogs can help end veteran suicide.

G.I. Joe and Cobra Commander Take Their Battles to World of Tanks

It's a new platform for their long-running conflict.

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