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Archaeologists believe they’ve uncovered Revolutionary War barracks
Recovered artifacts at the Virginia site include chimney bricks and musket balls that were indented with soldiers’ teeth.
USS Gerald R Ford strike group heading home to Norfolk
The flattop will return to its homeport in Norfolk, Virginia, in the “coming days."
By Diana Stancy
Confederate memorial to be removed from Arlington National Cemetery
A Confederate memorial is to be removed from Arlington National Cemetery in northern Virginia in the coming days, a cemetery official said.
Senate passes final defense policy bill
The compromise bill authorizes limited assistance for Ukraine, implements AUKUS and institutionalizes a nuclear weapon.
USS Oscar Austin readying for a move to Spain in fall 2024
The homeport shift is part of the Navy’s broader plan to bolster its destroyer presence in Europe from four to six vessels.
By Diana Stancy
How embracing a former enemy at Pearl Harbor ended one veteran’s war
“Who will be there?” "The pilot who sunk my ship."
By Frank A. Vargo, The War Horse
Navy stands up sailor quality-of-life reforms in Newport News shipyard
Included in the changes are expanding health-care and Wi-Fi access for sailors, guaranteed off-ship and off-shipyard housing, and better parking.
By Diana Stancy
Top Marine, recovering from cardiac arrest, plans to return to work
Gen. Eric Smith signaled his desire to resume the commandant job when he can and wished Marines a happy birthday.
US Navy submarine branch focuses on developing Project Overmatch
A submarine community reorganization is allowing greater focus on submarine sustainment, weapons production and new capabilities like Project Overmatch.
WWII medic honored for treating dozens of troops under enemy fire
Family and supporters of Cpl. Waverly B. Woodson Jr. are also pushing for him to eventually be awarded the Medal of Honor.
The fate of Army Special Operations Forces
The most likely combat is irregular warfare. The Army may cut its lead forces for that kind of fight.
By Todd South