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Cmdr. Edward Pledger, commanding officer of the destroyer Cole, delivers remarks during the 20th anniversary of the 2000 terrorist attack on the ship. (Photo: DOD video screen shot)

Memory of 17 killed in Cole attack and heroics of survivors honored at 20th anniversary memorial

The Navy learned a few lessons from the attack, most notably that a ship’s crew needs to remain vigilant.

By Jared Morgan

2 years ago

‘Ninja bomb’ is a bladed anvil that shreds terrorists with no risk of collateral damage, Pentagon says

The precision Ninja bomb is also kitted out with six internal blades that can cut through buildings or cars with ease.

4 years ago

Court ruling adds to delay in case of alleged Cole bomber

A federal appeals court has thrown out years of legal proceedings in the already-delayed military commission case against a Saudi charged in the deadly 2000 bombing of a U.S. warship.

4 years ago

A new legal setback for Cole sailors and their families

SCOTUS rules on the Cole bombing case.

4 years ago

Pentagon suspends sentence against Marine 1-star detained at Guantanamo Bay

Marine Brig. Gen. John Baker was found to be in contempt of court by an Air Force colonel.

5 years ago

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