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Capt. William Swenson loading his wounded teammate on Sept. 8, 2009. Swenson later receiving the Medal of honor on Oct. 16, 2013.
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An enemy commander told him to surrender. This Army captain threw a grenade instead.

Capt. William Swenson exposed himself to an onslaught of fire and RPGs not once, but twice, to save his wounded teammates.

2024 election cycle military ballots explainer
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Here’s what troops need to know about federal absentee ballots

Troops can download and print Federal Write-in Absentee Ballots if their state absentee ballots have not arrived.

Hunting for a job after the military? Here are 8 ways to protect yourself from scams

Hunting for a job after the military? Here are 8 ways to protect yourself from scams

Be advised: No website is completely safe.

National Guard soldiers stand outside the Washington state capitol.
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Washington state activates National Guard ahead of the presidential election

Oregon and Nevada also plan on having National Guard troops assist local law enforcement on election day.

A profile photo of Spec. Moses Brave Heart, in his National Guard uniform with a feather in his hair.
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Native American soldier gets OK to wear long hair, feather to honor heritage

Spec. Moses Brave Heart received a religious accommodation to grow his hair out and wear an eagle feather as a way to express his Oglala Sioux heritage.

Close up of a patch on a Navy uniform. The patch shows the Tusken Raiders from Star Wars in crosshairs, with the caption "Houthi Hunting Club 2023-2024."
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Navy pilot spotted with patch depicting Houthis as ‘Star Wars’ sand people

The since-pulled photo signifies Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 74’s time in the Red Sea with “Houthi Hunting Club Red Sea 2023-2024.”

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress, flies alongside a KC-10 Extender after receiving fuel on Jan. 6, 2021.
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US sending destroyers, B-52 bombers to the Middle East

The deployments are intended to keep the American military presence strong as the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group leaves the region.

U.S. Coast Guard Cadets carry a log uphill during sea trials at the Academy, New London, Conn., Aug 17, 2024. Sea Trials is a set of daylong exercises that challenges swabs physically and mentally, while also marking the conclusion of the summer training program. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Matt Thieme.)
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Cultural norms at Coast Guard Academy led to abuse of cadets, federal filings allege

Nine new federal filings brought against the Coast Guard Academy brings the total number of abuse allegations from former cadets to 22.

North Korean troops
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North Korean troops thrown into Russia-Ukraine War will be ‘strangers in a strange land’

North Korea and Russia have a history of military cooperation, but they are nothing close to a real military coalition, say retired senior U.S. military leaders.

An American medical evacuation 'dustoff' helicopter takes aboard a casualty during operations in the jungle.
History

Forefathers of modern MEDEVAC crews flew through hell for their soldiers in Vietnam

Vietnam War Dustoff crews flew countless missions into unsecured landing zones with one mission: save the wounded.

F-35 Crash investigations eject
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Marines say crashed F-35B malfunctioned, but pilot didn’t need to eject

The near-$100 million fighter crashed in thick woods after the Marine pilot wrongly ejected over rural South Carolina last year, a Marine investigation ruled.

Army investigators have a person of interest in the homicide case of a soldier at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri who was found dead earlier this week, officials said Thursday.
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Fellow soldier charged in murder of Army sergeant at Fort Leonard Wood

Spc. Wooster Rancy, 21, was charged Wednesday with murder and obstructing justice under the military justice system.

Army developing robotics technician field for special operations
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The Army is planning for a new robotics technician MOS

The robot and autonomous system-focused warrant officers would initially be part of Army special operations forces to help manage and integrate the new tech into operations.

Military Recruiting medical conditions
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DoD program makes it easier to enlist with ADHD, asthma, other medical conditions

A pilot program has allowed recruits with a history of medically disqualifying conditions to enlist without getting waivers.

USMC sister brother Eagle globe anchor
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Marine Corps corporal surprises little brother with EGA at boot camp ceremony

"There isn’t a prouder big sister out there," his big sister wrote. "I have no doubts that you’ll be a stellar Marine. I love you, kid."

National Museum of the Marine Corps
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Garbage, PowerPoint, combat: Father and son revisit their wars at Marine Corps museum

For Travis and Patrick Reese, the museum gave them a chance to reflect on their combat experiences while recognizing that they were not defined by their wars.

VA investigates, veterans affairs employee with El Paso, Texas VA who called veteran and left voicemail that prompted an investigation.
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‘All about the money’ — VA employee’s accidental voicemail to veteran prompts investigation

Veterans Affairs employees called and left a voicemail for a veteran patient, but forgot to hang up.

Navy reserve commander sentenced to prison for accepting bribes for paperwork for Special Immigrant Visas that should have gone to Afghan allies.
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Navy commander accepted bribes for Special Immigrant Visa papers that should have gone to Afghan allies

Jeromy Pittmann was sentenced to 30 months in prison for accepting bribes for visas that were intended for Afghan nationals who worked with U.S. troops during the war.

Airmen of the Iowa Air National Guard’s 185th Air Refueling Wing take part in a 9/11 20th anniversary ceremony in Sioux City, Iowa September 11, 2021. During the ceremony 185th Wing Commander Col. Muckey reminded members of the importance of remembering the events that took place on September 11, 2001 and the many achievements the unit had accomplished since. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Ter Haar/Released)
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Federal judge tosses lawsuit that challenged Pennsylvania military ballots

A federal judge has denied a request by Republican lawmakers to set aside votes from troops and their families overseas until their identities could be confirmed.

JUNEAU, Alaska (May 4, 2024) - Commander, Navy Region Northwest Rear Adm. Mark Sucato (seated front right) joins Alaskan Natives on the One People Canoe Society's traditional tribal canoe paddle and welcoming ceremony to kick off the annual Juneau Maritime Festival. Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer William P. Lawrence (DDG 110) and Navy Band Northwest are taking part in a scheduled port visit to the capital city of Alaska. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Gretchen Albrecht)
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The Navy destroyed an Alaskan village in 1882. It just apologized.

A Naval force shelled, looted and burned an Angoon village in 1882. Several children died in the attack and many residents died in the subsequent winter months.