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1st Platoon, Bravo Company, 2/508 PIR, 82nd Airborne
Entertainment

‘Damn the Valley’: How one paratrooper recorded his deployment to Afghanistan

“I remember sitting there and feeling utterly useless. Right about then is when something rained down from the sky.”

Special operations veterans ask Army to not cut tuition, certification benefits
Army

Special operations veterans ask Army to not cut tuition, certification benefits

A group of special operations veterans say an Army plan to cut education programs will hurt promotion and retention of elite soldiers.

Landing Craft Air Cushion
Marine Corps

30 Marines, sailors injured in nighttime collision of landing craft

Five sailors were medically evaluated. One remains hospitalized.

Army trainee dies in basic training at Fort Jackson
Army

Army trainee dies in basic training at Fort Jackson

Pfc. Veronica L. Wynn became unresponsive during "pickup," an early training event when a company of recruits first meet their drill sergeants.

A soldier eating an MRE with a mud covered face.
Culture

Does MRE gum make you poop? The world of Meals, Ready to Eat explained

It’s not just food — or is it?

A screenshot from the PSYOP recruiting commercial titled, "Ghosts in the Machine 2."
News

The second PSYOP recruiting video is here, and it will blow your mind

Words, ideas, and freedom are the most powerful weapons available.

Intel officials say China supplies are “key factors” in Russia’s battlefield momentum
Americas

Intel officials say China supplies are “key factors” in Russia’s battlefield momentum

Officials said with a Russia-China partnership, the Pentagon is looking at scenarios for a conflict that could include two fronts.

Air Force Air National Guard Jack Teixeira intelligence document leaks
Air Force

Air National Guard leaker Jack Teixeira could face court-martial

Airman 1st Class Jack Teixeira could face charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.

Civilian killed in 2023 US strike on Al Qaeda leader in Syria, investigation found
Air Force

Civilian killed in 2023 US strike on Al Qaeda leader in Syria, investigation found

The fatal strike was part of ongoing U.S. military-led counterterrorism operations in Syria.

USS Helmand Province
Marine Corps

Navy will name its next assault ship ‘USS Helmand Province’ to honor fierce Marine battlefields

“Helmand Province holds a unique place in the hearts of Marines of this generation.”

2024 election cycle military ballots explainer
Army

10th Mountain Division brigade will deploy to eastern Europe

The Fort Johnson, La.-based 3rd Brigade Combat Team will deploy this summer to replace 101st Airborne troops, who have been in place since last fall.

Richard Halliday
Army

The Army declared a missing soldier dead. His family wants more answers.

Anyone with information about Pvt. Richard Halliday’s death is asked to contact the Criminal Investigation Division.

Niger Ambush
Army

ISIS leader from Niger ambush that killed 4 US troops may be dead

Mali claims it killed ISIS leader Abu Huzeifa.

Air Force and Space Force are rolling out new PT gear
Air Force

Air Force and Space Force are rolling out new PT gear

The new PT gear mirrors civilian workout clothing with moisture wicking fabric for sweat and odor control.

Why veterans should find a professional mentor in the civilian world

Why veterans should find a professional mentor in the civilian world

Learn from experience you don’t yet have.

military grooming standards
Culture

How grooming standards have changed in the U.S. military

Great hair wins wars.

‘Send Me’: Senior chief Shannon Kent and the hunt for ISIS
Air Force

‘Send Me’: Senior chief Shannon Kent and the hunt for ISIS

This excerpt from the forthcoming “Send Me: The True Story of a Mother at War,” follows Navy chief Shannon Kent's hunt for a senior ISIS leader.

Soldiers hang from howitzer tubes during a reenlistment ceremony.
Culture

A soldier reenlisted while taped to a Howitzer and that’s awesome

We hope this soldier also got a free four-day weekend out of the deal.

Deadlift
Marine Corps

Marine breaks world record in deadlift competition

Bravo Zulu!

Tun Tavern
Marine Corps

Marines rejoice: Tun Tavern replica planned for Philadelphia

The Tun Tavern replica is expected to be completed in 2025.