by Sarge Strike | Feb 13, 2023 | US News Blogs
Close Encounters With Chinese Spy Balloons. Have you ever heard of Chinese spy balloons infiltrating foreign airspace and being shot down by a US Air Force F-22 Raptor? If not, you’re in for a wild ride as we uncover the truth behind these mysterious close encounters...
by Sarge Strike | Feb 13, 2023 | US News Blogs
On the morning of February 12th, 2023, an F-22 Raptor fighter jet belonging to the United States Air Force (USAF) safely shot down a Chinese spy balloon off the coast of South Carolina. The incident is a stark reminder of the ongoing tensions between the two...
by Sarge Strike | Feb 12, 2023 | Challenge Coin Blogs
The 1st Armored Division of the United States Army, also known as “Old Ironsides,” is a highly decorated and storied division with a rich history dating back to 1940. It has been at the forefront of many of the major conflicts that the United States has...
by Sarge Strike | Feb 4, 2023 | Challenge Coin Blogs
Military Challenge coins have a set of unwritten rules and traditions that have been passed down through the military and other organizations. Some of the most common rules include: Presenting the coin: A challenge can be issued by anyone who has a challenge coin, and...
by Sarge Strike | Feb 4, 2023 | Challenge Coin Blogs, Custom Challenge Coins
Wholesale challenge coins refer to the purchase of large quantities of custom-made challenge coins at a reduced cost per unit. This is often ideal for organizations or military units that need to purchase a large number of coins for distribution to their members....
by Sarge Strike | Jan 29, 2023 | Military Challenge Coins
Defensor Fortis is also the motto of the USAF Security Forces, which is the military police force of the United States Air Force. The Security Forces are responsible for protecting and securing Air Force bases, personnel, and resources. Vision Strike Coins created the...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 29, 2023 | Challenge Coin Blogs
“USMC And Spartans” refers to the United States Marine Corps, which is a branch of the United States military. “Spartan 300” is likely a reference to the 2006 film “300”, which is a historical action movie based on the Battle of...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 29, 2023 | Challenge Coin Blogs
Inherent Resolve is the US military’s operation against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) in Iraq and Syria. It was launched in 2014, with the goal of defeating the terrorist group and restoring stability to the region. The operation involves a...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 29, 2023 | Fire Fighters & First Responders
The Great Seal of the United States is an emblem that represents the federal government of the United States. It features an eagle holding an olive branch and arrows in its talons, surrounded by the words “E Pluribus Unum” and “United States of...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 29, 2023 | US Veteran Blogs
The 1st Armored Division is an armored division of the United States Army. It was formed in 1940 and has participated in numerous conflicts including World War II, the Gulf War, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Inherent Resolve. The division is known as...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 29, 2023 | US Veteran Blogs
The Cold War was a state of political and military tension between the Western powers, led by the United States and its NATO allies, and the Eastern powers, led by the Soviet Union and its allies, that lasted from the end of World War II in 1945 to the collapse of the...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 29, 2023 | US Veteran Blogs
Desert Storm was the codename for the 1991 military campaign to liberate Kuwait from Iraq, following Iraq’s invasion and annexation of the country. The campaign was led by a coalition of countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Saudi...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 29, 2023 | Challenge Coin Blogs
The US Army National Guard is a reserve military force composed of National Guard military members of each state, territory, and the District of Columbia. It operates under the dual authority of the state governor and the President of the United States, and can be...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 28, 2023 | Challenge Coin Blogs
E6 is the military rank for a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army. Staff Sergeants are considered to be senior non-commissioned officers (NCOs) and are typically in charge of leading and training small groups of enlisted service members. They are responsible for...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 28, 2023 | US Veteran Blogs
SERE stands for Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape. It is a training program that prepares military personnel, as well as civilians working in high-risk environments, for survival in the event of capture, and for resistance to interrogation and torture. We...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 18, 2023 | US Veteran Blogs
Being a veteran in the United States military means that an individual has served in the Armed Forces of the United States. This includes the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. The service can be active duty, reserve, or National Guard and can be...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 18, 2023 | Challenge Coin Collections
Fleet Admiral William “Bull” Halsey Jr. was a United States Navy officer during World War II. He is best known for his command of the U.S. Third Fleet, and for his leadership in several significant battles in the Pacific Theater, including the Battle of...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 18, 2023 | Challenge Coin Collections
Popeye is a cartoon character created in the 1920s, known for his strong, muscular arms and love of spinach. He is the protagonist in a series of comic strips and animated cartoons. Marvin the Martian is a character from the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series of...
by Sarge Strike | Jan 9, 2023 | Fire Fighters & First Responders
Military coins, also known as challenge coins, are small coins or medallions that are used as a symbol of membership in a unit or organization. They are often given to members of the military as a way to recognize their service and dedication. Military coins can be...
by Sarge Strike | Dec 13, 2022 | Fire Fighters & First Responders
There have been many heroes in the history of the United States military, and it is difficult to narrow them down to just a few. Some of the most notable and significant military heroes in US history include George Washington, Ulysses S. Grant, Dwight D. Eisenhower,...
by Sarge Strike | Dec 13, 2022 | Fire Fighters & First Responders
The A-10 Warthog is a military aircraft that is used by the United States Air Force. It is a ground-attack aircraft that is designed for close air support of ground forces, and it is known for its impressive durability and effectiveness in combat. The A-10 Warthog is...
by Sarge Strike | Dec 13, 2022 | Fire Fighters & First Responders
The Lord’s Prayer is a Christian prayer that is found in the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 6, verses 9-13. It is considered by many to be the most important prayer in Christianity, and it is often recited by Christians around the world. The full text of the...
by Sarge Strike | Dec 13, 2022 | Fire Fighters & First Responders
During the Cold War, a wide variety of weapons were developed and deployed by the United States and the Soviet Union, as both sides sought to gain an advantage in the ongoing conflict. Some of the most significant weapons of the Cold War include nuclear weapons,...
by Sarge Strike | Dec 13, 2022 | Challenge Coin Blogs
During the Korean War, a variety of tanks were used by both the United States and its allies, as well as by North Korea and its allies. Some of the most significant tanks used in the Korean War include the M4 Sherman, the M26 Pershing, and the T-34/85. The M4 Sherman...
