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Meet the namesake of the Navy’s newest ship, the USS Robert E. Simanek
This Marine threw himself onto a grenade to save his entrenched comrades in Korea. He absorbed the full blast — yet survived.
By Jon Guttman
Marine corporal gets medal for saving drowning teen while on leave
After jumping into the river in his T-shirt and shorts, Cpl. Jacob Cogswell battled a strong current to bring the teenager to safety.
DOD ‘slow rolling’ fair special pays for Guard, Reserve, advocates say
Pentagon officials fear such reforms could harm active duty retention.
By Davis Winkie
Army fielding new helmet that protects against small arms fire
The new helmet gives added protection at the same weight of the current helmet.
By Todd South
New ruck built for radio operators undergoes airborne testing
The new radio ruck is expected to field in early 2025.
By Todd South
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.
By Todd South
First Medal of Honor recipient from Vietnam War dies at 89
The first American to receive a Medal of Honor for heroism during the Vietnam War died on Jan. 25 at 89 years old.
This new eyewear design could give users a tactical advantage
The SlingShot removes the brow bar and offers multiple arm options for a better fit with communications gear.
By Todd South
New helmet-mounted power, data combo devices premiere at SHOT Show
Two companies showcase ways to power and transfer data to helmet-mounted devices, a key space-saving option for soldiers carrying more tech than ever.
By Todd South
Race into 2024 with a new military marathon challenge
Runners can compete in five military races to earn a new medal.
Army’s mixed reality device nears fielding with final testing in 2024
If testing goes well, the Army plans to field the futuristic device by 2025.
By Todd South