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Staff Sergeant Rylee Hatch, widely known on social media as “Rylee Roast,” has gone public to address the rapid pace of her promotions within the U.S. Air Force. In a recently released series of videos, Hatch discusses her career progression while engaging in a format that has sparked discussions online. “I made Staff [Sergeant] at…
A U.S. Army recruiter has been arrested in Salt Lake City, Utah, on charges of attempting to groom a 16-year-old girl. Dale Allen Miller, 39, was booked into the Salt Lake County Jail on Monday on suspicion of forcible sexual abuse and providing tobacco to a minor. The investigation began in November after the owner…
The U.S. Army’s 101st Airborne Division has announced the death of Spc. Stephen Akinlotan, 21, who passed away Monday afternoon in the garrison area of Fort Campbell. “The death of Spc. Akinlotan is a tragic moment for every Rakkasan soldier, past and present, and my heart aches for this young soldier’s family and friends,” said…
Authorities have intensified their investigation into the disappearance of retired Special Forces soldier Clinton “Clint” Bonnell, following the discovery of a dismembered body in a pond near his residence in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that a search warrant was executed at Bonnell’s home on Butler Nursery Road on February 26,…
The search for Private Caleb Lawrence, a 25-year-old U.S. Army soldier stationed at Fort Gregg-Adams, has taken a new turn as military officials confirm they are aware of his whereabouts. Despite this development, authorities continue to urge him to return voluntarily. Military officials at Fort Gregg-Adams announced Tuesday that they have determined Private Lawrence’s location…
Sergeant Major of the Army Michael R. Weimer announced that he is deactivating his personal social media accounts and will instead focus on using the Army’s official platforms. In a video posted to X last week, Weimer explained that the decision was intended to shift focus away from individuals and reinforce the Army’s collective message….
In a world where grooming products are often overloaded with synthetic ingredients and unnecessary complexity, one veteran set out to change the game. Tide and Timber is more than just an all-natural men’s hair and body balm—it’s a lifestyle, a return to the essentials, and a tribute to those who live life on their own…
A recent TikTok video featuring Army Specialist (E-4) Marshall wearing a Special Forces patch has sparked widespread confusion and debate. Many viewers questioned how an E-4 could be part of Special Forces, given the rigorous selection process and rank requirements associated with becoming a Green Beret. However, while Specialist Marshall’s achievements are undeniably impressive, he…
The uncensored version of this article can be viewed without advertising at TheSaltySoldierUncensored.com On December 12, 2024, at a general court-martial convened at Fort Liberty, NC, former U.S. Army Sergeant Christopher M. Vassey was convicted of desertion under Article 85 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). The conviction followed Vassey’s voluntary surrender to…
Officials from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB MDL) in New Jersey have announced the death of Tech. Sgt. Antoine Simmons, a member of the 87th Security Forces Squadron, who passed away while attending training in Texas. According to a statement from the base, Simmons suffered a medical emergency and was pronounced dead at approximately 5 p.m….