Author: Militarykind, USA TODAY

Everyone wins at family game night when your deployed Marine walks through the door.

“I slapped my friend and said, ‘That’s my dad!'” Watch the moment Bentley realizes his stepdad is standing right in front of him.

This little boy’s bravery for his family while his dad is deployed is inspiring military families around the world.

He didn’t have much free time while deployed, but Frankie was dedicated to keeping these puppies alive.

This wounded warrior’s journey after war has been an uphill battle, literally. She’s climbing the highest mountains in the world.

This football player has no idea that his biggest fan is here to watch him play tonight’s game.

This courageous Marine returned to battle after being wounded on his first tour, only to be wounded again. He never gave up hope or love for the country.

We followed a box full of thank you letters over 5,000 miles to see how soldiers reacted to the words of gratitude from kids back home.

There is no better gift for a military family during the holidays than having their service member back home.

“Da-da, I love you so much.” This brother and sister leave their deployed dad a message every single day on their video doorbell system.