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The hard truth about civilian salaries for veterans leaving the military

The hard truth about civilian salaries for veterans leaving the military

There’s a lot to think about when finding your first post-military job.

Don’t start looking for a new car without a preapproved auto loan

Don’t start looking for a new car without a preapproved auto loan

A Navy Federal auto loan preapproval could streamline your car buying experience.

Syrian Democratic Forces
News

US allies in Syria ISIS fight face open revolts

“The only winner here is ISIS.”

medal of honor
History

Army Cobra pilot receives Medal of Honor for Vietnam rescue

Larry L. Taylor landed his Cobra in the middle of a firefight so a reconnaissance team could jump on the skids for extraction — a combat first.

Pentagon extends deployment of 400 troops along US-Mexico border
News

Pentagon extends deployment of 400 troops along US-Mexico border

About 400 active duty troops will remain deployed to the southwestern border, two months longer than their original orders.

Army’s pre-boot boot camp to become permanent
News

Army’s pre-boot boot camp to become permanent

The Army launched the Army Future Soldier Preparatory Course last year to help potential soldiers reach recruitment standards.

Military suicide prevention
Military Life

U.S. Army implements Brandon Act, giving soldiers new mental health options

Soldiers can now request a mental health evaluation from a supervisor without needing to give a reason.

Marines folding a flag
News

Marine studying at Marine Corps University found dead

The death is under investigation.

World War II OSS veteran, 100, earns Special Forces tab
News

World War II OSS veteran, 100, earns Special Forces tab

His covert operations in France and China with the OSS were classified for 50 years.

Pentagon unveils “one-stop shop” for declassified information on UFOs
News

Pentagon unveils “one-stop shop” for declassified information on UFOs

The truth is out there.

presidential unit citation
News

The Presidential Unit Citation’s history of heroism

The Presidential Unit Citation is America’s highest decoration that a military unit can receive, awarded for gallantry in the most dangerous missions.

Presidential Unit Citation
News

Here are all the US military units receiving the Presidential Unit Citation for the Kabul evacuation

The Presidential Unit Citation is the US military’s highest unit award.

US troops awarded Presidential Unit Citation for Kabul evacuation
News

US troops awarded Presidential Unit Citation for Kabul evacuation

The Kabul evacuation rescued more than 124,000 people. Some troops say that more individual awards should be approved from the mission.

fort moore arrests
News

2 Fort Moore soldiers arrested with grenade simulators, mortar shell, steroids

Two Fort Moore soldiers were arrested with explosive devices, a mortar shell, close to 20 rifles and handguns, and steroids.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord
News

Army doctor charged with series of alleged sexual assaults

The Army preferred charges against Maj. Michael Stockin on Tuesday. The number of alleged assaults was not clear, but a lawyer said it could be 20 or more.

Army Sgt. Rolondo Boone
News

Soldier assigned to 3rd Special Forces Group charged with murder

Army Sgt. Rolondo Boone was arrested on Aug. 28.

marine recruit gen z
Culture

Marine officer proposes fix for Gen Z recruiting crisis in new book

His recommendations include “performance pay" as a bonus to incentivize service members.

3M Earplugs
News

3M settled its combat earplug lawsuit for $6 billion – but don’t get too excited

Roughly 260,000 lawsuits have been filed over the earplugs.

Marines killed in Osprey crash
News

3 Marines killed in MV-22 Osprey crash identified

All three were assigned to Marine Helicopter Transport Squadron 363 at Marine Corps Base Hawaii.

US Special Operations Command, CENTCOM, MacDill evacuate for Idalia
News

US Special Operations Command, CENTCOM, MacDill evacuate for Idalia

Troops at MacDill Air Force Base, which is home to CENTCOM and USSOCOM, were told to evacuate by Tuesday morning.