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Army

Army Secretary launches review of Fort Hood’s command climate over Vanessa Guillén case

When asked if the Fort Hood investigation would be conducted by Army officials, a defense official said "Hell to the no."

Afghanistan

Defense Secretary Esper confirms he was briefed on intel Russia offered bounties on US troops in Afghanistan

The question of whether any U.S. troops were killed as a result of the alleged bounties remains unanswered.

Army

10 Army bases are named for Confederate officers who committed ‘treason,’ joint chiefs chairman says

"Those officers turned their backs on their oath"

Army

There were likely ‘missed signals’ ahead of killing of Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillén, joint chiefs chairman says

"That will be one of the things that we need to implement for the future to make sure it doesn't happen again."

Entertainment

Charlize Theron is basically an immortal John Wick in Netflix’s ‘The Old Guard’

In Netflix's 'The Old Guard,' a small band of warriors get shot, stabbed, and blown to ribbons, again, and again, and again. Then, they get right back up — and that's when the killing begins

Army

Army chief warrant officer sentenced to life in prison for sexually abusing a minor

His command "will take appropriate action against him," a press release said.

Army

Army investigating pamphlet that identified ‘Make America Great Again’ slogan as white supremacy

"Heads should roll," Rep. Mo Brooks (R-AL) said.

United States

Top VA executive steered $5 million contract to friend for services the agency ‘could not use,’ IG says

Shelby resigned from the VA in July 2018.

Army

It’s official: A woman is joining the ranks of Army Special Forces for the first time in history

A female National Guard soldier has successfully graduated from Army Special Forces training and is joining the elite Green Berets for the first time in U.S. military history

Russia

The US military is losing the sniper war against Russia

The U.S. military has a problem: when it comes to long-range precision fires, infantry forces are outgunned by Russia at every turn

Navy

After six months of sickness, death, and turmoil, the USS Theodore Roosevelt’s cruise is ending

The USS Theodore Roosevelt is expected to return to San Diego on Thursday,

Army

The Army approved Vindman’s promotion months ago, and cleared him of ‘allegations of misconduct’

The Army found "allegations of misconduct" against Vindman unsubstantiated.

World War II

These incredible colorized photos capture life on the front lines of WWII

The most moving images focus on those quiet moments after the violence is done — though the traces remain.

Army

Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, key witness in Trump impeachment, announces retirement

"LTC Vindman's patriotism has cost him his career," his attorney said.

Army

More than 90 lawmakers demand an investigation into the Army’s handling of Vanessa Guillén case

"We are dismayed that we must ask these questions in the wake of SPC Guillén’s disappearance."

Army

Army Humvee stolen at gunpoint in Arkansas

It was found wrecked on Fort Chaffee.

Mandatory Fun

Sorry, Marines: Getting totally drunk may not actually help you max out your PFT scores

Someone had to ask.

Marine Corps

Shelter in place lifted after active shooter reported at Marine Corps base in 29 Palms, California

Marine Corps

Japanese coast guard recovers body of Marine sergeant who drowned off Japan coast

Marine Sgt. Tyler M. Rankin went missing on July 2, 2020. The Japanese Coast Guard found his body three days later.

Air Force

Meet the first and only Air Force pilot to shoot down a satellite

"Things in orbit around the Earth have to move at very high velocities, and hitting something at very high velocity is very difficult."