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National Guard told to create ‘quick reaction forces’ for civil unrest

Military leaders ordered the National Guard in every state to develop a “quick reaction force” of troops trained to deal with civil disturbances and riots.

5 days ago

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 Horse

7 days ago

With his observer’s parachute shredded, this pilot gave up his own

During the longest battle of the Vietnam War, Steven Bennett put his observer’s life above his own.

By Jon Guttman

9 days ago

An enduring symbol: why troops keep naming things after reptiles

From cobras to gators, reptilian mascots and call signs appear on patches, aircraft and unit logos across every branch. Why?

By Clay Beyersdorfer

2 weeks ago

He was awarded a Silver Star for a battle the US said never happened

On Aug. 11, 2025, 57 years after the battle, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency has announced the recovery of James Henry Calfee from Lima Site 85.

By Richard Sisk

3 weeks ago

Recap: Highlights from the US Army’s 2025 conference in Washington

The Army continues to transform, with efforts focused on next-gen weaponry, long-range artillery, unmanned systems and much more.

By Defense News staff

3 weeks ago