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Want to Bring the Naval Academy into the 21st Century? Get Rid of Parades
"Despite their obvious lack of training value, the Naval Academy continues to clutch parades close to its chest."
'Criminal Minds' Star: It's Time for the Army to Have Its Own Museum
Inside the museum, construction is ongoing, yet some of the largest artifacts are already in place.
A Bodyguard of Lies: How the Allies Deceived Germany about D-Day
"While the intent to invade could not be concealed, the location had to be if there was going to be any chance of success."
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Budget News
Increased Funding for Next-Gen Army Helos, Vehicles in Senate’s NDAA
The Senate has passed its version of the Pentagon's budget bill.
Military Budget Battle Focuses On Border Wall Funding, Deployments
Republicans are pushing to restore military funding for the border wall.
Bill Would Allow Troops to Freeze Eggs or Sperm, Delay Postpartum Deployments
The House’s fiscal 2020 National Defense Authorization Act would institute a number of measures to support active-duty family...
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The Fight Against ISIS
Trial Set to Begin for Navy SEAL in Islamic State Prisoner's Killing
The court-martial of Special Operations Chief Edward Gallagher is set to begin Monday following months of turmoil.
Islamic State in Afghanistan Aims to Attack US, General Says
Marine Gen. Frank McKenzie said ISIS would be hard pressed to carry out an attack on the U.S. homeland.
Judge Denies Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher's Request to Dismiss War Crimes Charges
A Navy judge ruled that Gallagher could not be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
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Next SMA Has a Reputation as a Stickler for Standards -- and a Soldier's Soldier
Soldiers will be able to expect fairness from Sgt. Maj. Michael Grinston as the Army's top enlisted man.
Vietnam Veterans Who Died from Agent Orange Effects to Be Honored Saturday
On Saturday, 536 deceased veterans will be inducted into the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund's "In Memory Program."
This C-17 Crew Broke Diplomatic Protocol to Save a Life. Now They’re Up for Awards
The decision they made to head to Ireland to save the sailor's life got the Air Force's attention.
Navy Vice Admiral, Former Head of 5th Fleet, Died by Suicide in Bahrain
Vice Adm. Scott Stearney was found dead in his home Dec. 1, 2018.
Iran Fired Missile at US Drone Prior to Tanker Attacks: Defense Official
Iran and an Iranian proxy group fired surface-to-air missiles at U.S. drones in recent days, the official said.
Latest Military Videos
Turkish Aerospace Industries unveiled its mock up concept for its own fifth-gen fighter known as TF-X at Paris Air.
Video recorded by a U.S aircraft of an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Gashti Class patrol boat and crew.
30 Central Americans enter the U.S. And surrender to agents west of Sasabe, Az. The group, consisting of family.
U.S. Marines with 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion, 2nd Marine Division get familiar with autonomous robotics during the Robotic Complex.
U.S. Forces Command CSM Michael Grinston on inadequate training.
Army News
Funeral Held for West Point Cadet who Died in Training
The funeral for Christopher J. Morgan was held Saturday at the United States Military Academy.
Colorado Man Arrested in 1987 Cold Case Killing of Fort Carson Soldier
Laboratory testing in 2004 and 2011 rekindled the case.
Army Investigation Found No Anti-Muslim Bias in Hijab Case
The Army debunked the discrimination claim, but investigators called for greater sensitivity.
Navy News
Want to Bring the Naval Academy into the 21st Century? Get Rid of Parades
"Despite their obvious lack of training value, the Naval Academy continues to clutch parades close to its chest."
Navy Launches Combat Ship USS Minneapolis-St. Paul
The USS Minneapolis-St. Paul was dropped sideways into the water Saturday at the Fincantieri Marinette Marine shipyard.
Trial Set to Begin for Navy SEAL in Islamic State Prisoner's Killing
The court-martial of Special Operations Chief Edward Gallagher is set to begin Monday following months of turmoil.
Air Force News
KC-46 Debuts at Paris Air Show Amid News of More Delays
The Air Force's new KC-46 Pegasus tanker landed on the flight line at France's Paris-Le Bourget Airport Saturday.
Damaged Tanker Arrives at UAE Anchorage Amid Increased Regional Tensions
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said he "won't hesitate" to tackle any threats.
Air Force Academy Sergeant Faces Hearing on 10 Assault Charges
The sergeant is accused of a series of assaults involving a victim described as his "intimate partner."
Marine Corps News
From Street to Corps, Marine Vet Builds Character, Helps Students Do Same
Kurtis Yarbrough grew up in the tough streets of Bronx, NY and later served twelve years in the U.S. Marine Corps.
He Wanted to Apologize for Cutting Off Another Driver. It Ended in a Deadly Shootout
After a Marine Corps veteran accidentally cut off another car, he was ready to apologize at the next light. Two people died.
Wife of Marine Vet Rep. Duncan Hunter Admits Guilt in Campaign Finance Scandal
Margaret Hunter formally admitted that she illegally used thousands of dollars in campaign donations for personal expenses.
Coast Guard News
Hoax 'Mayday' Distress Caller Vexes Coast Guard in Maryland
The caller is recorded saying they are "going down with the ship" and "mayday, mayday, mayday," along with profanities.
4 Jamaican Fishermen Detained on Coast Guard Ships
The Coast Guard said officers interdicting the vessel in 2017 saw the crew toss packages of marijuana into the water.
Coast Guard Strips Gender-Specific Pronouns from Evals, Promotion Board Packages
The effort is one of many initiatives designed to improve equality and retain women in the service.