Tiffini Theisen

Tiffini is a Military.com content editor and writer who oversees editorial content for the site's email newsletters and seasonality pages. A journalist since 1996, she has been a reporter, editor, web producer, social media manager and journalism professor.

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Military Appreciation and Giving Back to Veterans on Veterans Day

For Veterans Day, several organizations roll out promotions that support the military, veterans and their families.

Veterans Day 2024 Parades, Events and More

Veterans Day is the perfect opportunity to attend events such as parades to learn about the importance of the Veterans Day...

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Join the Army

Learn about the ASVAB, fitness test and other requirements to join the Army, where you can get leadership skills and hands-on...

U.S. Air Force Capt. Rebecca Gooch (left), a KC-135 Stratotanker instructor pilot assigned to the 54th Air Refueling Squadron at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Master Sgt. Samantha Converse, a KC-135 instructor/evaluator boom operator assigned to the 54th ARS at Altus AFB, and Maj. Alexandra Traña, a KC-135 instructor pilot assigned to the 54th ARS at Altus AFB pose for a photo, Sept. 18, 2019, at the Alliance Airfield, Fort Worth, Texas. This year and for the first time, the Mighty 97th sent its own all-w

Join the Air Force

Opportunities abound if you choose to join the U.S. Air Force, the branch of the military that defends the nation through...

The Honor Guard marches in a Veterans Day parade.

New York Veterans Day 2024 Parade

The nation's largest Veterans Day event, the New York City Veterans Day Parade hosted by the United War Veterans Council...

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VA Construction Loans

Newly built properties give you more control over their features. How can you use your VA home loan benefit to build a home?

2024 Memorial Day Events

Memorial Day commemorates military personnel who have served and died. The following is a list of the major Memorial Day...

VA Funding Fee

It can be overwhelming to understand the details of fees involved with a VA home loan. The funding fee is applied to most VA...

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The Personally Procured Move (PPM): Steps to Take

What are the steps for a Personally Procured Move (PPM) with the military? Learn everything you need to know here.

Everything You Need to Know About Your Personally Procured Move (PPM)

Formally a dity move, the Personally Procured Move (PPM) allows service members to be reimbursed by the government for moving...

PTSD VA Ratings: What You Need to Know

See what you need to know about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), VA ratings and symptoms of PTSD. Read now.

Sailors enjoy fireworks during the 42nd annual Yokosuka Friendship Day celebration onboard U.S. Fleet Activities (FLEACT) Yokosuka. (U.S. Navy/Garrett Zopfi)

Independence Day Events

On this Fourth of July, celebrate our country’s freedom with the following holiday events offered for Independence Day.

Fourth of July "The Declaration of Independence" by John Trumbull

The History of the Fourth of July

On the fourth of July each year, also known as Independence Day, Americans celebrate this historic event.

National Memorial Day Parade

Hosted by the American Veterans Center, the National Memorial Day Parade returns for 2024 along Constitution Avenue in...

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Military Appreciation Month: How to Support Service Members, Veterans and Their Families

In observance of Military Appreciation Month in May, numerous organizations have created campaigns designed to honor the...

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