WWII ‘Ghost Boat’ discovered in California lake: ‘Quite remarkable’
The Higgins landing craft, dubbed the “Ghost Boat,” was said to be used to transport soldiers to the shore during the war’s beach invasions.
After Dallas airshow crash, how many B-17s are still flying?
Nearly 13,000 B-17 Flying Fortress bombers were built by the U.S. for World War II. After this weekend’s deadly crash at a Texas airshow, only nine of the historic planes remain airworthy.
How one Florida veteran coping with tinnitus is helping other veterans
Take a walk out to 73-year-old Sal Gentile’s backyard and you’ll hear the wind gently rustling. It’s music to his ears.
‘Make Camo Your Cause’ campaign works to end veteran homelessness — how you can help
U.S.VETS is bringing visibility to veteran homelessness through its ‘Make Camo Your Cause’ campaign. Here’s how you can help.
Happy 247th birthday to the United States Marine Corps
Happy 247th birthday to the United States Marine Corps! Today, they celebrated with the annual wreath-laying ceremony at the U.S. Marine Corp Memorial in Arlington, Virginia.
National Parks Service offers free lifetime pass for military veterans, Gold Star families
The free lifetime pass will be available starting on Veterans Day 2022, as a thank you to military personnel and their families for their service.
Fox's NFL pregame will do Veterans Day show from Qatar
Fox's NFL pregame show is going international for the first time in 13 years for the annual Veterans Day show.
Air Force insists penis-shaped flight path aimed at Russian base in Syria was not intentional
The incident is not the first time US military pilots have been accused of drawing a penis in the sky.
Central Florida veteran collecting leftover Halloween candy for troops overseas
A Central Florida veteran is putting your leftover Halloween candy to good use. He’s collecting it and sending it to troops overseas.
China slams reported plan for US B-52 bombers in Australia
The United States is preparing to deploy up to six nuclear-capable B-52 bombers in northern Australia, a news report said Monday, prompting China to accuse the U.S. of undermining regional peace and stability.
Pentagon to provide financial support, aid for troops and their dependents seeking abortions
The Pentagon has looked at how it can continue to support medical services including abortion to servicemembers and family members since the Supreme Court overturned its own 1973 abortion-legalizing ruling in June.
B-21 Raider: ‘Most advanced military aircraft ever built’ to be revealed soon
The long-anticipated B-21 Raider, the U.S. military’s “most advanced aircraft ever built,” will finally be unveiled in coming weeks.
Happy Birthday! US Navy to turn 247 years old Thursday
This year’s theme is “On Watch - 24/7 for 247 Years.”
Military couple relocating loses everything in overnight theft: ‘We are devastated’
The U-Haul they were using to move cross-country was taken in the middle of the night as they slept — along with all of their personal possessions and documents.
Rising suicide rates compel military to address mental health
The Pentagon is reviewing the military's mental health policy amid a rise in suicides among active service members. But many service members in crisis won't admit they need help.
Christian Bale hosts special 'Amsterdam' screening on Marine base
The Marine Corps said the movie “highlights the importance of camaraderie between service members to overcome adversity.”
Colorado's oldest living veteran receives long-overdue Silver Star 8 decades late
Colorado's oldest reported living veteran finally received his long-overdue honor for his service in World War II after his records were lost in a tragic fire nearly 7 decades ago.
USS Gerald R. Ford to train with NATO nations amid Russia-Ukraine war
The USS Ford is the first of the Navy’s new Ford class of aircraft carriers.
Florida military bases brace for Hurricane Ian's impact as ships, aircraft evacuate region
An evacuation order was issued for non-mission-essential individuals at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida. Meanwhile, U.S. 4th Fleet ships are departing from Mayport Naval Air Station in Jacksonville.
Pentagon lays out new food, housing programs for troops
The Pentagon announced a number of new programs Thursday that are aimed at helping service members who are struggling with housing shortages and steep food and living expenses as they move from base to base.