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Six decades later, Marine Vietnam veteran awarded Silver Star

Lance Cpl. Milo Plank Jr.’s actions likely saved the life of a Marine who would receive the Medal of Honor for his heroics in the same battle.

4 months ago

Korean War hero Ralph Puckett Jr. lies in honor at US Capitol

Congress gave one of its highest final tributes on Monday to Ralph Puckett Jr., the last living Medal of Honor recipient of the Korean War.

6 months ago

President Joe Biden awards the Medal of Honor to Capt. Larry Taylor, an Army pilot from the Vietnam War who risked his life to rescue a reconnaissance team that was about to be overrun by the enemy, during a ceremony Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023, in the East Room of the White House in Washington.

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Larry Taylor, most recent Medal of Honor recipient dies at age 81

After a 55-year wait to receive the Medal of Honor, Capt. Larry Taylor saw his actions recognized with the nation's highest valor award.

Nonprofit honors new enlistees in their communities

The organization has grown nationwide and held more than 600 ceremonies in 31 states.

10 months ago

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.

11 months ago

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

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.

11 months ago

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.

11 months ago

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.

11 months ago

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.

11 months ago

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.

11 months ago

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.

11 months ago

This Navy legend reenlisted in a Little Red Corvette

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

11 months ago

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

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

11 months ago

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.

11 months ago

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.

11 months ago

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.

11 months ago

‘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.

11 months ago

Children greet war veterans arriving for ceremony at the Pegasus Bridge memorial in Benouville, Normandy, Monday June 5, 2023.

From pancakes to pizza, Veterans Day deals can save you some dough

Every dollar — and every gesture of appreciation — counts for veterans.

11 months ago

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.

11 months ago