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5 Classic (But Relatively Unknown) British World War II Movies
British filmmakers had their own perspective on World War II and that led to some great movies.
'Top Gun: Maverick' Temporarily Grounded by COVID-19
We hoped (and even pretended) that this news wasn't coming, but now it's official.
Your Coronavirus Quarantine Guide to Military Movies and Shows on Hulu
How do you fill your days without bugging out? We're here to help.
An International Spec Ops Team Fights Terrorism in 'Rogue Warfare: The Hunt'
The "Rogue Warfare" action movie trilogy is an ambitious project from stuntman-turned-director Mike Gunther.
The ‘M*A*S*H’ Guide to Coronavirus
Whatever issue life puts in front of us, M*A*S*H has a solution.
These 'Top Gun: Maverick' Zoom Backgrounds Deliver a Videoconference Victory
Paramount is helping you up your Zoom game with three different "Top Gun: Maverick" custom backgrounds.
Army Veteran Mat Best Is Having a Better ‘Quarantine’ Than You Are
The YouTube star, coffee entrepreneur and hyperactive force of nature hasn't just been sitting on his butt watching Netflix...
How '1917' Taught a New Generation to Care About World War I
"1917" is one of those rare movies whose impact seems to keep coming in waves long after you first see it.
'Top Gun' Shocker: Navy Denied Maverick the Chance to Fly an F-18
Depending on your perspective, this is either great news or a crushing disappointment.
How You Can Track the Navy Hospital Ship En Route to LA
Military Sealift Command's hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) is scheduled to travel from San Diego to Los Angeles this week...
HBO Unravels WWII-Era 'Plot Against America'
"The Plot Against America" reminds us that politics has always been chaos.
Coronavirus Closed the Theaters, So the Movies Are Coming Home
Almost everything that was playing in now-closed theaters is heading to home video.
'The Hunt': Never Underestimate a Combat Veteran
It's a a movie that could bring the quarreling extremes in America together in a way that no politician ever could.
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The Naval War College Ran a Pandemic War Game in 2019. The Conclusions Were Eerie
The war game involved 50 experts who spent two days coordinating response, containment and messaging efforts.
Feds: Man Intentionally Derailed Train near Hospital Ship Mercy in Los Angeles
The locomotive crashed through a series of barriers before coming to rest more than 250 yards from the USNS Mercy.
Carrier Commanding Officer Fired Over Plea for Resources that Went Public
The captain of a coronavirus-stricken aircraft carrier who pleaded for help has been relieved of command.
Pentagon Orders Bases to Stop Reporting Coronavirus Numbers as Cases Surge
The Defense Department has ordered commanders at all of its installations to stop announcing publicly new coronavirus cases.
'Heartbreaking:' US General Decries Furlough of Thousands of Korean Base Workers
The move is the latest development in the dispute over how much Seoul should pay for the U.S. troop presence.
Latest Military Videos
No matter the threat, Marines face it down with ingenuity and determination. The 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing uses a...
In honor of Women’s History Month, the flying squadrons of the 55th Wing at Offutt Air Force base conducted...
Maj. Josh ‘Cabo’ Gunderson demonstrates each maneuver of the F-22.
Army Futures Command cross-functional team, Future Vertical Lift, conducts a demonstration of the Spike NLOS missile system at the...
The sentinels who guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier are taking measures to protect against COVID-19. The TUS...
Army News
Fort Bragg Soldier Sets Up Smaller All American Marathon
When the 2020 edition of the event was axed on March 12, Butler began to organize a social-distancing run.
Recognition, Decades Deferred, Finally Comes for a World War II Veteran
After years of efforts by friends who pushed for him to be recognized, the 94-year-old is being awarded the Purple Heart.
Unexpected Orders Aim to Get Full Benefits for Some Mobilized Guard Members
Maryland National Guard members learned that some of them were being put on five-day orders with lesser pay and allowances.
Navy News
Petition to Reinstate Fired Carrier Captain Goes Viral as Lawmakers Call for Probe
More than 120,000 have signed a petition calling for the service to put Capt. Brett Crozier back in charge.
Videos Show Sailors Sending Off Ousted USS Roosevelt Commander with Cheers
Capt. Brett Crozier was dismissed Thursday due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command.
Carrier Commanding Officer Fired Over Plea for Resources that Went Public
The captain of a coronavirus-stricken aircraft carrier who pleaded for help has been relieved of command.
Air Force News
Air Force Deciding What Missions It Can Drop or Delay During Pandemic
The service will operate under a "reset" to determine which ops are necessary and which it can forgo until a later date.
These 23 Air Force Missions Are Transferring to the Space Force
The U.S. Air Force has identified 23 organizations and units that will transition to the U.S. Space Force.
Air Force Academy Moves Up Graduation After Cadet Deaths
The deaths caused the academy to rethink the strict restrictions imposed on graduating seniors.
Marine Corps News
These 13 Chesty Puller Quotes Show Why Marines Will Love and Respect Him Forever
The Marine Corps icon who's known for his quotable quotes nearly as much as his battlefield accomplishments.
The Marine Corps' 1st New Littoral Regiment Will Be Headquartered in Japan
The first new unit the Marine Corps will design to fight in contested maritime spaces will be based in the Asia-Pacific.
Commandant Says He Won’t Force Out Marines as the Service Shrinks
Marines won't face the same hardships some endured during the post-war drawdown, when thousands were cut from the ranks.
Coast Guard News
Former Soldier Accused of Faking Death Charged with Making False Distress Message
The former Joint Base Lewis-McChord soldier made a video of himself saying goodbye to loved ones Dec. 18.
Coast Guard Is the Latest Service to Ease Up on Grooming Standards
The measure limits exposure by reducing the need to see a barber or hairdresser.
Coast Guard Tells Cruises to Prepare to Care for Sick People for 'Indefinite Period'
The U.S. Coast Guard is now directing ships registered in the Bahamas to seek aid from that country first.