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Marine veteran killed in Ukraine was ‘fearless,’ his commander says

Veteran Marine Lance Cpl. Joel David Beal was hit by a mortar round while attempting to destroy a Russian infantry vehicle, his commander said.

2 hours ago

A soldier’s death leaves his family rooted in the town he chose

Two Army helicopter pilots chose Kentucky to put down roots, gathering family around them. Now one is gone, killed in an accident over the Mediterranean.

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Army staff sergeant jumps into action after car crash, saves soldier

Staff Sgt. Todd Darter helped rescue Sgt. Mark Garcia and his son from a car crash in September.

A soldier died of cancer at 26. Her family says the Army is to blame.

Spc. Maria Martinez's family says she explicitly requested a cancer screening when symptoms first appeared, but her military care providers refused.

31 hours ago

Lawmakers press VA for stronger rules against discrimination

Congressional Democrats and outside advocates say updated policies for the department are long overdue.

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VA workers face more mandatory overtime amid record claims processing

The backlog of overdue disability claims is expected to keep rising over the next year.

2 days ago

VA again found homes for 38K struggling vets in 2023

Department outreach efforts have helped nearly 80,000 veterans since the start of 2022.

3 days ago

Soldier signs up thousands of troops for bone marrow donation

Now, Spc. Christian Sutton is known as “Bone Marrow Guy.”

3 days ago

WWII veteran jumps from perfectly good plane alongside Texas governor

A 106-year-old World War II veteran recently parachuted alongside Texas Gov. Greg Abbott.

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Staff Sgt. Franklin P. Hall was assigned to the 66th Bombardment Squadron, 44th Bombardment Group (Heavy) in the European Theater in January 1944.

Remains of WWII heavy bomber gunner identified decades after his death

Staff Sgt. Franklin P. Hall was identified in July by scientists who used anthropological and DNA analysis, military officials said.

4 days ago

No cuts to Marines’ job transition program ― for now

It turns out the document the Marine Corps released limiting time in the SkillBridge program was “premature,” a Marine spokeswoman said.

4 days ago

VA delays disputed change in how it pays for veterans’ ambulance trips

New rules were set to go into effect next February but will now be delayed until 2025.

4 days ago

Critics bash Minot AFB after airmen told to avoid conservative rally

“All Air Force airmen have a constitutional right to freedom of assembly,” the base said on Facebook.

4 days ago

The remains of U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Gene F. Walker were identified in July, nearly 79 years after his death.

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.

5 days ago

23 things veterans carry with them for life

Tinnitus, knee pain, an old pair of combat boots.

6 days ago

6 World War II documentaries you need to watch

Numerous documentaries have ventured to convey the immense sacrifices of WWII.

8 days ago

How West Point chose a mule as its mascot

West Point traditionally has at least two mules, cared for by cadet mule riders, to carry out the mascot duties for its games and events.

9 days ago

Concern about military toxic exposure injuries remains high among vets

Roughly four in 10 veterans think they may have been exposed to harmful chemicals or toxic conditions during their time in the service.

9 days ago

Fort Carson cooks work overtime to prep Thanksgiving meals for charity

The decades-long tradition continues this year with approximately 2,700 meals.

10 days ago

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Veteran Marine Lance Cpl. Joel David Beal was hit by a mortar round while attempting to destroy a Russian infantry vehicle, his commander said.

Two Army helicopter pilots chose Kentucky to put down roots, gathering family around them. Now one is gone, killed in an accident over the Mediterranean.

Staff Sgt. Todd Darter helped rescue Sgt. Mark Garcia and his son from a car crash in September.

Spc. Maria Martinez's family says she explicitly requested a cancer screening when symptoms first appeared, but her military care providers refused.

Congressional Democrats and outside advocates say updated policies for the department are long overdue.

The backlog of overdue disability claims is expected to keep rising over the next year.

Department outreach efforts have helped nearly 80,000 veterans since the start of 2022.

Now, Spc. Christian Sutton is known as “Bone Marrow Guy.”

A 106-year-old World War II veteran recently parachuted alongside Texas Gov. Greg Abbott.

Staff Sgt. Franklin P. Hall was identified in July by scientists who used anthropological and DNA analysis, military officials said.

It turns out the document the Marine Corps released limiting time in the SkillBridge program was “premature,” a Marine spokeswoman said.

New rules were set to go into effect next February but will now be delayed until 2025.

“All Air Force airmen have a constitutional right to freedom of assembly,” the base said on Facebook.

U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Gene F. Walker died in World War II during a battle in Germany.

Tinnitus, knee pain, an old pair of combat boots.

Numerous documentaries have ventured to convey the immense sacrifices of WWII.

West Point traditionally has at least two mules, cared for by cadet mule riders, to carry out the mascot duties for its games and events.

Roughly four in 10 veterans think they may have been exposed to harmful chemicals or toxic conditions during their time in the service.

The decades-long tradition continues this year with approximately 2,700 meals.