Sean Mclain Brown

Sean Mclain Brown worked as a journalist for the Pasadena Star News and other newspapers as a contributor. After, he worked in broadcast radio where he earned awards for his writing from the National Association of Broadcasting. He now covers veteran and military hero stories, veteran jobs and business, and Military.com's fitness channel. His writing has appeared in more than 50 publications including: The San Francisco Chronicle, The Pasadena Star News, Sierra Madre News, San Francisco Magazine, Indiana Review, and others. He is a Marine Corps veteran who served during the Gulf War as a plane captain on the AV8B Harrier.

Email: sean.brown@military.com

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Spc. Reggie Wilson of the Raymond W. Bliss Army Health Center demonstrates the use of rollers for treating myofacial pain. (Mo Greenberg)

What to Do When Injuries and Illness Disrupt Training

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Soldiers meet with civilian recruiters at a recent job fair at Fort Huachuca, Ariz. (Photo by Rob Martinez) (Photo Credit: Rob Martinez)

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Merrick, rescue dog becomes service dog to Army veteran Mclean Raybon

Combat Veteran Gets New 'Leash on Life' with Service Dog

A service dog can help in ways a human might not be able to, such as doing what dogs love to do—play.

U.S. flag at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota

The Army, Navy and Marine Corps Are Rated Among the Best Places to Work

The Marine Corps, Army and Navy made the list of the Best Places to Work in a recent survey.

David Smith (Far Right) served as Team Leader with Alpha Company "Raiders" of the 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment.

From Infantryman to CMO: How This Marine Beat the Odds

David Smith believed, like many Marine recruits do, in God, Country, and Corps. He wanted to make a difference, and became an...

Team American Freedom with the historic C-47 Tico Bell in the background. (Photo courtesy of Q Concepts)

'12 Strong' Soldiers to Honor D-Day Heroes with Parachute Jump

The group of 15 plans to jump out of the C-47 "Tico Belle," the same plane that dropped soldiers on D-Day.

Evan Hafer, Green Beret veteran, Founder and CEO of Black Rifle Coffee Company

Green Beret Vet Turns Passion Into Freedom-loving Coffee Company

Have you ever wondered what freedom smells like? According to Evan Hafer, Green Beret veteran and entrepreneur, it smells...

Stand-To Leadership scholars during a break-out session. (Photo courtesy of the Bush Institute).

Grads of New Leadership Program Aim to Transform Veteran Advocacy

Participants in the program are veteran and non-veteran leaders, working to improve the post-9/11 veteran experience.

Sean Mclain Brown during the Gulf War with VMA-542. (Photo from Sean Mclain Brown)

Service to This Country: A Lifetime Oath

Gulf War Marine Corps veteran, Sean Mclain Brown, reflects on what Veterans Day means to him and his family.

Veterans Josh and Neil riding by the field of flags in Sturgis for the 2017 Veterans Charity Ride.

Motorcycles and Wounded Warriors: Saving Lives on the Open Road

Veterans Charity Ride organizes an annual trip to Sturgis, ND. This year, we're going along for the ride.

The Most Read Stories This Week on Military.com

Here's a look at the most popular stories this week on Military.com.

Pfc. Alex Colliver, foreground, pulls a 90-pound sled 50 meters to simulate the strength needed in pulling a battle buddy out of harm's way during a pilot test of the Army Combat Fitness Test, a six-event assessment designed to reduce injuries and replace the current Army Physical Fitness Test. (Photo by Sean Kimmons)

The Most Read Stories This Week on Military.com

Here's a look at the most popular stories this week on Military.com.

The Most Read Stories This Week on Military.com

Here's a look at the most popular stories this week on Military.com.

The metal bars of a jail cell in a U.S. Marine Corps brig.

The Most Read Stories This Week on Military.com

Here's a look at the most popular stories this week on Military.com.

Jeffrey Simon, a Vietnam Navy medic, is reunited with his medals (photo courtesy of Morgan Hill Police Department).

Purple Heart Finds Its Owner, Thanks to Faithful Canines

Purple Heart reunited with its owner thanks to two faithful canines.

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