Why Despicable Me’s Gru is just a warrant officer with better branding
If Gru wore a uniform, it wouldn’t have stars or stripes. It would have a coffee stain and rank that no one really understands.
By Clay Beyersdorfer
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Militarized zones now make up 1/3 of southern border, stirring debates
Long stretches of the border are under the supervision of nearby military bases, empowering U.S. troops to detain people entering the country illegally.
Service leaders laud quality-of-life improvements, but concerns linger
Officials worry that planned Defense Department civilian workforce cuts could hurt base services and military family support.
Top Marine calls for affordable, lethal and autonomous systems
The service wants a constant Marine Expeditionary Unit presence on the high seas.
By Todd South
Military sexual assault reports decreased 4% last fiscal year
Officials said they are encouraged by the drop in reports of sexual violence but warned the problem still poses a threat to force readiness.
The Heart of TAPS Good Grief Camp
The annual Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) Good Grief Camp is held for surviving adults over Memorial Day weekend in Arlington, Virginia.
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Healing in the Heartland: USAF Vets Bring Healing to Military Families
Holbrook Farms has quietly become a sanctuary for surviving military spouses and family members.
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Veterans Aren’t Broken, but the Narrative About Them Is
Veterans deserve to be recognized for ALL that they are: resilient, multifaceted, and human.
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Why many veterans avoid mental health care – and why Check-In matters
A veteran’s transition from the military can be challenging for many reasons, but there’s one that’s typically overlooked or ignored: mental health.
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10 books inspired by the Vietnam War
The Vietnam War inspired enduring literature, from both sides of the world.
12 TV shows influenced by the Vietnam War
If you wanted to find the Vietnam War in American television shows, you mostly had to wait until it was long over.
Viet Cong targeted US officers — they hadn’t counted on this sergeant
With all higher ranks out of the fight, Sgt. Matthew Leonard took command to save his fellow soldiers.
By Jon Guttman