Army, Marine Corps vehicles not ready for combat, watchdog findsIndustry challenges and reductions in vehicle overhauls have kneecapped vehicle combat readiness in the Army and Marine Corps, the GAO report said.By Zita Ballinger Fletcher12 hours ago
An enduring symbol: why troops keep naming things after reptilesFrom cobras to gators, reptilian mascots and call signs appear on patches, aircraft and unit logos across every branch. Why?By Clay Beyersdorfer14 hours ago
Marine Corps IDs pilot killed in Southern California helicopter crashMaj. Tyler R. Braconi was killed in an AH-1Z Viper crash in Southern California on Thursday. A second, unidentified Marine was injured in the crash.By Beth Sullivan26 hours ago
Military to fire artillery over California highway amid JD Vance visitA plan to fire live artillery over a major highway as part of a military showcase at Camp Pendleton has drawn strong objections. 3 days ago
Infantry brigades shift to mobile brigades in Army transformationOver the next two years, the U.S. Army will convert 25 Infantry Brigade Combat Teams into Mobile Brigade Combat Teams.By Todd South5 days ago
Family visit to Camp Pendleton ended with ICE deporting Marine’s dadA U.S. Marine says his parents were detained by ICE officials after they visited a California military base and one of them was later deported.6 days ago