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'I Thought You'd Be Bigger:' Vet Grapples With What It Is to Be a Hero
"I left the military in December 2008 with an honorable discharge and a lot of questions about what my service meant to me,"
Honor Guardsman Reflects on True Meaning of Military Funerals
An Ellsworth Air Force Base airman reflects on how his experiences as an honor guardsman changed his perspective on life.
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Budget News
US '100 Percent' Committed to NATO, Mattis Says
Mattis said the U.S. commitment to NATO and members' pledges to mutual defense are "exactly as the president described it.
House, Senate Conferees Meet to Iron Out Differences on Defense Budget
Disparities remain on troop levels, how many F-35s to buy, and possible restrictions on the sale of F-35s to Turkey.
Canceling Joint Exercise with South Korea Saved $14 Million: DoD
President Trump ordered the cancellation to avoid provoking North Korea after his summit with Kim Jong Un.
Pacific Militarization
The Fight Against ISIS
Russian Military Offers to Cooperate with US in Syria
Russia's Defense Ministry says it's ready to boost cooperation, following talks between Trump and Putin.
5 Airmen Receive First 'R' Devices for Taking Down ISIS Targets
The Air Force awarded its first five "R" devices this week, recognizing the outstanding performance of drone operators.
Canada Offers to Lead NATO Training Mission in Iraq
Canada offered to lead NATO's new military training mission in Iraq, as the security alliance seeks to prove its relevance.
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Farnborough Airshow Highlights
Video: Farnborough 2018: Leonardo's AW101 Helicopter
Leonardo's AW101 is in use by Norwegian search-and-rescue forces in the most extreme conditions. We take a tour of the helicopter, and note some interesting innovations, including the ability to lock onto cell phones.
Video: Farnborough 2018: T129 Helicopter Acrobatics
Turkish Aerospace Industries' twin-engine, all-weather T129 helicopter has been procured by Pakista for its armed forces. Watch the helicopter show off its arobatics at the Farnborough Air Show.
Boeing Pitches 'F-15X' Fighter Concept to US Air Force: Report
There may be a new-old fighter jet on the horizon for the U.S. Air Force.
Most Popular Military News
Air Force OKs Locks, Earring Styles, Ribbon Options in Policy Changes
The Air Force is easing up on guidance for hairstyles and certain accessories after a meeting of the Air Force Uniform Board.
Summer Surge at Fort Benning Delays Basic Training for 423 Recruits
More than 400 recruits are on hold at Fort Benning, Georgia's reception station and may have to wait as long as three weeks.
Navy Announces New PT Uniform, Unisex Jackets, Boots and More
Sailors will have access to new physical training uniforms and safety boots this fall, leaders announced Wednesday.
Pentagon Slashes GI Bill Transfer Eligibility Window
Troops with 16 years of service will no longer be permitted to transfer Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to a spouse or child.
Admin Punishment for Marine 1-Star Who Treated Aide Like Servant
The former IGl of the Marine Corps has been reprimanded for using his aide for personal errands during an Iraq deployment.
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Army News
Injuries Reported in Blast at Pennsylvania Army Depot
Authorities say an explosion at an Army depot in Pennsylvania has left some workers injured.
22 Soldiers Injured in California Military Base Tent Collapse
A U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter was landing when the wind from its rotor caused the tent to collapse.
Mistress Testifies She Helped Army Sergeant Kill His Soldier Wife
Police found Army soldier Karlyn Ramirez shot to death inside her townhouse nearly three years ago.
Navy News
Blue Angels' Fat Albert Flies Again After Yearlong Grounding
The Blue Angels' beloved transport plane reportedly stole the show when the aircraft returned to the skies.
Behind Closed Doors, Gitmo Secret Court Talks about CIA, Torture, Rights
Details emerged from a review of partially declassified transcripts of Guantanamo's secret death-penalty case sessions.
Some GI Bill Transfers Are Blocked Starting Now
Service members who cannot extend their service contracts are now unable to transfer their post-9/11 GI Bill.
Air Force News
'Good Morning, Vietnam' DJ and Air Force Veteran Adrian Cronauer Dies at 79
"If I did half the things [Robin Williams] did in that movie, I'd still be in Leavenworth," Cronauer once said.
Boeing Pitches 'F-15X' Fighter Concept to US Air Force: Report
There may be a new-old fighter jet on the horizon for the U.S. Air Force.
5-Year-Old Girl Was Sexually Molested at Travis Air Force Base: Family
An attorney is alleging that a 5-year-old was sexually molested by other minors at a Travis Air Force Base child care center.
Marine Corps News
Hungry Alligator Found Lurking Near North Carolina Marine Barracks
Amphibious landings aren't uncommon at Marine Corps installations, but one prompted officials to issue a safety warning.
US Not Prepared to Fight China, Other Competitors, Marine 2-Star Warns
A Marine general has a blunt warning for the U.S. as it faces new threats from near-peer enemies.
US Marines Assist in Fighting Farm Fire in Okinawa
Ie Shima Training Facility's Crash Fire Rescue Marines answered the call when the Ie Village Fire Department asked for help.
Coast Guard News
Coast Guard Cutter Alert Returns Home Following Counterdrug Patrol
The crew aboard Coast Guard Cutter Alert returned to their homeport of Astoria following a 56-day counterdrug patrol.
Coast Guard Investigating Incident Aboard Hawaii Lava Tour Boat
Hawaii tour boat operators plan to continue taking visitors to see lava, but will follow the Coast Guard's revised policy.
Coast Guard Offloads 17,000 Pounds of Seized Cocaine in San Diego
More than 17,000 pounds of cocaine seized by the crews of two U.S. Coast Guard vessels were offloaded Monday in San Diego.