Vietnam was scary enough. Friday the 13th added to our fear."I could not shake the feeling that today was going to be a scary day," a Vietnam veteran writes in this War Horse reflection.By Stanley Ross, The War Horse3 days ago
With his observer’s parachute shredded, this pilot gave up his ownDuring the longest battle of the Vietnam War, Steven Bennett put his observer’s life above his own. By Jon Guttman5 days ago
Navy helicopter, jet crash in South China Sea in separate incidents"All personnel involved are safe and in stable condition," U.S. Pacific Fleet said.By Beth Sullivan6 days ago
Army to downplay bonuses, ramp up job flexibility in retention effortsArmy officials said the service is trying to adapt to the priorities of a younger generation.By Hope Hodge Seck11 days 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 Beyersdorfer11 days 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 Sullivan12 days ago