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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.
Nationwide celebrations mark 100 years of remembrance of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Nov. 9 and 10 will be the first time in 78 years that Tomb Guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery will allow visitors to enter the chains surrounding the Tomb, allowing the public to lay flowers.
WWII vet’s 107th birthday brings parade of well-wishers, thanks to California non-profit
Welcome Home Military Heroes saluted WWII vet Henry Barba with a 50-vehicle parade on Saturday, the organization's 34th such vehicle salute since the pandemic began. The group also welcomes troops returning home.
By Harm Venhuizen
Best pics of the week: July 5, 2020
Blue Angels and Thunderbirds participate in "Salute to America" flyovers, dual carrier operations in the Indo-Pacific, and more in this week's Frontline Photos.
Trump plans huge July 4 fireworks show despite DC’s concerns
President Donald Trump’s July Fourth celebration on the National Mall will feature one of the largest fireworks displays ever and as many as 300,000 face masks will be given away to those who want them — but despite health concerns from D.C.‘s mayor, no one apparently will be required to wear them.
Twin brothers stuck together through 41 years of military service
Like many twins, the Markham brothers shared secrets. But most twins’ secrets probably don’t involve duping the United States military.
By Elizabeth Fire, Chattanooga Times Free Press via the AP
An honor to fight: 95-year-old WWII veteran reflects decades after war
The beginning of his time in the military began in Fort Thomas, Kentucky, for basic training.
By Jordan Nelson, The Register-Herald via the AP
A World War II veteran’s secret to living independently as a 98-year-old
His warship searched for German U-boats.
By Mark Pace, Chattanooga Times Free Press
Audie Murphy made a name for himself in battle and on the screen
Audie Murphy was well-known as the most highly decorated American soldier of World War II
By Mark Grimsley
Video: US troops celebrate the first 'Veterans Day’ in 1918, 100 years ago
Before Veterans Day, it was Armistice Day, commemorating the surrender of Germany in WWI. Watch our “doughboys” get the news of their victory in the trenches.
By Alex Griffith
Video: How Armistice Day became Veterans Day
How Armistice Day became Veterans Day
By Armchair Historian