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Staff Sgt. Franklin P. Hall was assigned to the 66th Bombardment Squadron, 44th Bombardment Group (Heavy) in the European Theater in January 1944.

Remains of WWII heavy bomber gunner identified decades after his death

Staff Sgt. Franklin P. Hall was identified in July by scientists who used anthropological and DNA analysis, military officials said.

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No cuts to Marines’ job transition program ― for now

It turns out the document the Marine Corps released limiting time in the SkillBridge program was “premature,” a Marine spokeswoman said.

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The remains of U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Gene F. Walker were identified in July, nearly 79 years after his death.

Veterans

Military scientists identify remains of soldier who died in WWII

U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Gene F. Walker died in World War II during a battle in Germany.

23 things veterans carry with them for life

Tinnitus, knee pain, an old pair of combat boots.

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New virtual career center for vets boosted by $1M Disney donation

The entertainment company has been a supporter of Student Veterans of America for more than a decade.

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Adaptive sports nonprofit helps vets find community through climbing

Paradox Sports is a Boulder, Colorado-based climbing operation that offers training and trips for adaptive athletes, including veterans.

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Earl Meyer, who fought for the U.S. Army in the Korean War, wipes away a tear while talking with fellow veterans at the American Legion, Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, in St. Peter, Minn.

Korean War veteran still attempting to get Purple Heart

Earl Meyer, a 96-year-old Korean War veteran, has been waiting for 70 years for a Purple Heart. The Army keeps turning him down.

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This photo shows one of the the Veterans Empowerment Organization apartment buildings that offer permanent housing for 41 veterans, Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023 in Atlanta.

Nonprofits making progress in tackling homelessness among veterans

According to a government count, there are still more than 33,000 veterans experiencing homelessness in the United States.

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President Joe Biden lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va., Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023.

Biden says America’s veterans are ‘the steel spine of this nation’

President Joe Biden marked Veterans Day with a visit to Arlington National Cemetery.

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Biden campaign ad to feature burn pit advocates, highlight PACT Act

Veterans care is expected to be a major theme in the president's re-election bid.

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First trailer drops for Spielberg-Hanks WWII show ‘Masters of the Air’

The show is slated to launch with a two-episode debut on Jan. 26, 2024, with new episodes dropping each following Friday.

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White House seeks to educate veterans on benefits, warn about scams

The announcement comes ahead of Saturday's Veterans Day celebration.

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This Navy legend reenlisted in a Little Red Corvette

"Little Red Corvette, shipmate you're much too fast."

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Marines embrace young honorary Marine with cancer ‘as one of our own’

Although Jack Lowe was in pain, he remained standing during the ceremony, even raising his right hand from his walker to recite his oath.

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Here are your new Tricare rates for 2024

Generally, if you paid out of pocket for Tricare this year, you'll be paying more in 2024.

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Vets advocates hail legal fee caps for Camp Lejeune water lawsuits

Justice Department officials will enforce limits on the fees that can be charged to veterans or family members formerly stationed at the Marine Corps base.

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‘It’s larger than us.’ Arlington Cemetery staff preps for Veterans Day

Attention to detail and special touches are heightened this time of year when so much of the cemetery is in the public eye.

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Most young vets think it’s time to retire ‘Thank you for your service’

Veteran’s Day is fast approaching, and with it, a gathering storm of “Thank you for your service" dispatches.

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McDonough wants VA to reach ‘every veteran in the country’

Veterans Affairs officials reached more veterans last year than ever before, but the department's leader said there is still more work to be done.

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News and stories that spotlight U.S. military service, awards and decorations and military history.

Staff Sgt. Franklin P. Hall was identified in July by scientists who used anthropological and DNA analysis, military officials said.

It turns out the document the Marine Corps released limiting time in the SkillBridge program was “premature,” a Marine spokeswoman said.

U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Gene F. Walker died in World War II during a battle in Germany.

Tinnitus, knee pain, an old pair of combat boots.

The entertainment company has been a supporter of Student Veterans of America for more than a decade.

Paradox Sports is a Boulder, Colorado-based climbing operation that offers training and trips for adaptive athletes, including veterans.

Earl Meyer, a 96-year-old Korean War veteran, has been waiting for 70 years for a Purple Heart. The Army keeps turning him down.

According to a government count, there are still more than 33,000 veterans experiencing homelessness in the United States.

President Joe Biden marked Veterans Day with a visit to Arlington National Cemetery.

Veterans care is expected to be a major theme in the president's re-election bid.

The show is slated to launch with a two-episode debut on Jan. 26, 2024, with new episodes dropping each following Friday.

The announcement comes ahead of Saturday's Veterans Day celebration.

"Little Red Corvette, shipmate you're much too fast."

Although Jack Lowe was in pain, he remained standing during the ceremony, even raising his right hand from his walker to recite his oath.

Generally, if you paid out of pocket for Tricare this year, you'll be paying more in 2024.

Justice Department officials will enforce limits on the fees that can be charged to veterans or family members formerly stationed at the Marine Corps base.

Attention to detail and special touches are heightened this time of year when so much of the cemetery is in the public eye.

Veteran’s Day is fast approaching, and with it, a gathering storm of “Thank you for your service" dispatches.

Veterans Affairs officials reached more veterans last year than ever before, but the department's leader said there is still more work to be done.