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Michael Grinston selected as next Sergeant Major of the Army
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Michael Grinston selected as next Sergeant Major of the Army

"He is a world class leader who stands out among our exceptional Noncommissioned Officer Corps," Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Milley said.

Watch the Air Force’s F-35 Demo Team commander break down each of his insane aerial acrobatics
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Watch the Air Force’s F-35 Demo Team commander break down each of his insane aerial acrobatics

Capt. Andy "Dojo" Olson may have one of the best jobs in the Air Force

They fought against each other in Iraq. A decade later, they met for tea
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They fought against each other in Iraq. A decade later, they met for tea

A few days later, Abu Hassar and I met, two veterans of the Iraq war though we'd fought on opposite sides. Up to that point, the wars had been the defining event of my life. Fighting in them had been like a shadow dance, in which you never see your partner.

The Marine lance corporal who praised Nazis is being booted from the Corps
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The Marine lance corporal who praised Nazis is being booted from the Corps

The Marine lance corporal who came under investigation in February for racist social media posts is being kicked out of Corps with an "Other Than Honorable" discharge.

Army recruiter awarded Distinguished Service Cross for dragging fellow soldiers to safety under enemy fire in Afghanistan
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Army recruiter awarded Distinguished Service Cross for dragging fellow soldiers to safety under enemy fire in Afghanistan

"My dad always told me that if you're going to do something, do it right"

Legendary Green Beret Roy Benavidez is the star of a graphic novel about his Vietnam heroics​
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Legendary Green Beret Roy Benavidez is the star of a graphic novel about his Vietnam heroics​

Master Sgt. Roy Benavidez has long been a legend in the Special Forces community and now you can read about the Medal of Honor recipient's bravery in a new graphic novel published by the Association of the U.S. Army.

Remains of Marines killed in a KC-130J crash last year have been recovered
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Remains of Marines killed in a KC-130J crash last year have been recovered

All five Marines on the aerial tanker were killed: Lt. Col. Kevin R. Herrmann, 38; Maj. James M. Brophy, 36; Staff Sgt. Maximo A. Flores, 27; Cpl. Daniel E. Baker, 21; and Cpl. William C. Ross, 21, were assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152.

Naval War College president reassigned amid investigation into alleged margarita-fueled Twister parties
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Naval War College president reassigned amid investigation into alleged margarita-fueled Twister parties

Rear Adm. Jeffrey Harley was administratively reassigned to the Director of Navy Staff on June 9 pending the final report of the ongoing Office of the Naval Inspector General investigation into his conduct as president

It’s official: David Bellavia to be the first living Iraq War veteran to receive the Medal of Honor
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It’s official: David Bellavia to be the first living Iraq War veteran to receive the Medal of Honor

During the second battle for Fallujah in 2004, Army Staff Sgt. David Bellavia single-handedly rescued an entire squad, wiped out an insurgent stronghold and saved several members of his platoon.

Here’s what happened to that Japanese F-35 that mysteriously disappeared in the Pacific
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Here’s what happened to that Japanese F-35 that mysteriously disappeared in the Pacific

The F-35 that went missing in April crashed after the pilot lost his spatial awareness and slammed the fighter into the Pacific Ocean at almost 700 mph, the Japanese defense ministry said Monday, according to multiple reports

Watch Navy hovercraft storm the beaches of the Pacific Northwest to train for the next catastrophic earthquake
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Watch Navy hovercraft storm the beaches of the Pacific Northwest to train for the next catastrophic earthquake

The National Guard may be bracing for yet another turbulent hurricane season, but the Navy is preparing a decidedly more cinematic response to future natural disasters that may strike the United States

Navy pilots are reporting more UFOs. Are they from Russia, China, or somewhere beyond?
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Navy pilots are reporting more UFOs. Are they from Russia, China, or somewhere beyond?

"I'd be very surprised if these were Russian or Chinese aircraft operating from Russia or China."

Here’s the real story behind the top general in Afghanistan’s .45 pistol
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Here’s the real story behind the top general in Afghanistan’s .45 pistol

This is not a case of different spanks for different ranks.

No US troops killed after US armored vehicle hits roadside bomb in Niger
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No US troops killed after US armored vehicle hits roadside bomb in Niger

"There were four U.S. service members in the vehicle at the time of the IED detonation," Air Force Christopher Karns told Task & Purpose. "At this time, neither the U.S. nor partner force is reporting any casualties. As a precaution, U.S. service members have been recovered to a secure location and are being evaluated."

Immigration rules designed to protect US veterans are often ignored by law enforcement, GAO finds
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Immigration rules designed to protect US veterans are often ignored by law enforcement, GAO finds

A five-year review of how the government deals with veterans with immigration issues shows that laws designed to give more protection to those who served in the military are spottily enforced

Naval War College president under investigation for allegedly turning his office into a margarita-fueled Twister zone
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Naval War College president under investigation for allegedly turning his office into a margarita-fueled Twister zone

The president of the U.S. Naval War College is under investigation for excessive spending and inappropriate behavior that included college-wide offers of Twister games in the office where kept a working margarita machine

Your Fort Jackson Area Guide
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Your Fort Jackson Area Guide

A Bin Laden-obsessed terrorist allegedly planned to attack the new World Trade Center and grenade Times Square tourists
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A Bin Laden-obsessed terrorist allegedly planned to attack the new World Trade Center and grenade Times Square tourists

A would-be Islamic terrorist, busted for a plot to hurl grenades into the multitudes of Times Square tourists, pondered blasting the new World Trade Center with a massive rocket launcher, according to a criminal complaint filed Friday

Implementing new PT standards may hurt Army readiness. The service should learn from how US allies pulled it off
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Implementing new PT standards may hurt Army readiness. The service should learn from how US allies pulled it off

After nearly two decades of grinding low-intensity conflict, the U.S. military is shifting to focus on near-peer competition — and tailoring its physical fitness requirements accordingly.

‘A smile big enough to fill any room’ — West Point identifies cadet killed in vehicle rollover
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‘A smile big enough to fill any room’ — West Point identifies cadet killed in vehicle rollover

"Cadet Morgan was a valued member of the Corps of Cadets and will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Morgan family"