Say what you will about the military, some fun things are inspired by it--like G.I. Joe, for example. Who doesn't like playing with G.I. Joe?
With that in mind, here are 12 military-inspired moments, from G.I. Joe spoof recruitment ads to military menswear.
Implications - Since the advent of armed conflict, the world's various militaries have played a significant role in shaping the course of development be it in technological, social or economical innovation. Innovation is oftentimes inextricably tied to the concept of natural selection, and few organizations are more likely to exemplify this essential condition for invention more than one that is dedicated to staying ahead of the competition at all times. Take note companies of the world.
11 Military Moments
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Military Menswear
Designers Do Battle On the Runway for Fall 2009
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Jeweled Military Jackets
The Obsession With The Spring 2009 Balmain Blazer
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Monster Model Tanks
Dave Shultz's Badass Remote-Controlled Replica Military Vehicles
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Spoof Military Fashion
Shocking Performance by Sacha Baron Cohen at Bruno Premiere in London
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Pink Military Boxers
Zachary Boyd Reveals His Sensitive Side in Afghanistan
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Muscular Military Machines
Honoring the Vehicles That Veterans Served Their Country In
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Military-Inspired Workouts
Sunrise Boot Camps Blast Your Body Into Shape
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Tough Military Computers
Bulky Acme Comrade Series is Built For the Battlefield
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Military Vehicles for Civilians
AEV Sells G.I. Jeeps to Regular Joes
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Long-Range Military Lasers
Humvee-Mounted Boeing Laser Avenger Hunts Down IEDs
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Military Mosaic Sneakers
Hypethetic “Mosaic Skull Force One” Shoes Look Like Digi Camo
Related Ideas
Nude Exercise
Gym Lets Patrons Bare All
Men's Pushup Underwear
Lidoli Push-Up Boxer Shorts Help Fake A More Manly Package
Mesh Men's Underwear
AussieBum Introduces ‘Catch of The Day' to Mainstream
Flamboyant Male Rockstar Fashion
Punk Sophisticated at Gucci Fall 2009 Menswear Show
Anime Army Recruitment
China's Sexist Soldier Ads
Military Jackets & Distressed Jeans
D & G Go Wilde with Men's Fall 2009 Collection
Outrageous Award Stunts
Bruno Teabags Eminem With His Bare Butt in a 69 at MTV Movie Awards
Pole Dancing Exercise
Sexy Movements Become the Latest Form of Exercise
Glittery Geometric Fashion
Shiny Silver and Black Rock the Catwalk at Balmain Fall 2009
Computers of the Future
The Curved iMac
Jeweled Military Jackets
The Obsession With The Spring 2009 Balmain Blazer
25 War and Military-Inspired Fashions
Political Underwear
Obama '08 Boxer Brief
20 Compact Computers and Wee PCs
Futuristic Metallic Menswear
Antonin Tron's Bronze & Gold Nugget Jacket
"Club in the Front, Red Carpet in the Back" Dresses
Balmain for Spring 2009
Military Chic Jackets
Victoria Beckham in Harper's Bazaar
Parental Exercise Bikes
The 'Bike Dream Machine' Rocks Babies To Sleep
Pelvic Beauty & Fitness Boot Camp
The Phit Spa
Staged Awkward Moments
The MTV Video Awards Stunt With Bruno & Eminem Was Rehearsed
Soldier Toy Chic
Balmain Spring 2009
Luxury Underwear for Men
O Boxers by Analisa and Cyn
Vicious Fashionistas
Bruno Slams Anna Wintour, Naomi & Madonna in British Marie Claire
22 Ways to Pay Homage to Soldiers
Celebrate Memorial Day With Army Decor, Pretty Pocket Knives
15 Credit Crunch Computers
From Budget-Friendly Laptops to Wee Netbooks
18 Wacky Wheelchairs
From Tank Tire Personal People-Movers to Thought-Propelled Wheelchairs
Embellished Male Underwear
Decorated Jockstraps by Colin Corbett Are Hotter Than Boxers
Glamorous 4x4s
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Revs Up Motor Enthusiasts With Fancy Details
Iconic Photo Film Promos
Sacha Baron Cohen Mimics Gisele for “Bruno”
Military Transformers
The USMC F-35B STOVL Lands Vertically
No Wash Underwear
Boxer Shorts Are Yellow in Front, Brown in the Back
Political Sneakers
Barack Obama Nike Air Force One
Regal Chic Jackets
Beyonce's Rockin Fashion at ‘We Are One' Inauguration Concert
Military Couture
Beyonce Rocks Alexander McQueen at World Music Awards
Mockumentary Fashion Show Crashing
Sacha Baron Cohen As Bruno in Paris
Bangles for Men
Giuliano Fujiwara's A/W 09/10 Menswear Collection
Real-Life Military Ray Guns
The Laser Dazzler is Part Phaser, Part Light Saber
Military-Inspired Trench Coats
Victoria Beckham Shows How to Rock Military Street Style
Seductive Menswear Collections
Hyeres Fashion & Photography Competition
Gay Fashionista Cage Fight Pranks
Sacha Baron Cohen As 'Bruno'
Keyboardless Computers
Apple Introduces A Keyboardless MacWheel at MacWorld
Virtual War Games
'America's Army' Sets 5 Guinness World Records in 2009 (UPDATE)
Minimalist Computers
The HP LiM Demonstrates That When It Comes to PCs, Less is More
Personal Fitness Trackers
FitBit Lists Exercise and Calorie Burn While You Sleep
Computers Made of Car Wheels
Porsche Cayenne PC
Ultramodern Eco Computers
Sleek EVO PC Is 99% Smaller Than Most Desktop PCs
American Hero Makeovers
Edgier G.I. Joe to Hit Theatres This Summer
Obama Streetwear
MiBlox Barack Sneakers Are the New Air Force Ones
Gold Olympic Sneakers
The Nike Air Force Ones Closing Ceremony Shoes
Religious Anger Sculptures
The Church Tank By Kris Kuksi
Multi-Colored Menswear
Fashion156 Goes Rainbow-Crazy in 'The Colour Issue'
Masculine Mod
Military Jackets, Boyfriend Blazers and Fedoras at Paul Smith's Fall 2009 Show
Inflatable Violence
The Balloon Tank
Tank SUVs
Dillon Aero SUV for Road Rage
Prep School Blazers
Chloe Sevigny Turns Schoolgirl Staple Into Adult Must-Have
Faceless Character Posters
Headless G.I. Joe Movie Ads Pique Curiosity
Military Vehicles for Pets
Fold-It-Yourself Cat Artillery
State-Wide Exercise Programs
‘The Biggest Loser' Alum Promotes Scale Back Alabama
Computers for Artist & Designers
Canvas PC
Real Laser Gun Ship
Laser-Enchanced Boeing C-130H
Military Fantasy Camps
Tank Driving School
Mysterious Male Protesters
Anniversary of the 'Tank Man' in Tiananmen Square
Alcoholic Armies
The Enigma Battleship Drinking Game Gets You Tanked
Bridal Bootcamp
Have a Blast and Look Good Fast
$200,000 Personal Tank
The Ripsaw for the Road Rage Warrior
Underwater Army Inspectors
SeaBotix LBV150SE-5 Remote-Controlled Vehicles
Cannibalistic Computers
Sony Vaio LT Ad
Long-Range Military Lasers
Humvee-Mounted Boeing Laser Avenger Hunts Down IEDs
Extremely Weird Mall Exercises
Spinning Blonde on Escalator Railings
Laser Beams That Trigger Amnesia
MIB Tool Becomes Military Reality
Shopping for Groceries in Tanks
Sign of High Costs of Food?
Viral Movie Spoofs
CollegeHumor's 'Slumdog Price is Right' is Comedy Gold