The sailors of the USS Pennsylvania football team were suited up. Although partially cloudy, the temperatures hovered around a balmy 71 degrees Fahrenheit, promising decent weather for what was dubbed the “Super Bowl” of the Navy.
This sailor fought the Japanese at Pearl Harbor—with football pads on Read More »
The Air Force estimates it would cost about $4.5 million to restore nuclear weapon capabilities on approximately 30 B-52 bombers, a calculation that follows proposals from Congress to assess shoring up the U.S. nuclear weapons arsenal in the coming years.
America’s odds of fighting a major war are the highest in 80 years, and its military isn’t prepared for one.
Congressional panel finds America’s chances of fighting a war high, preparedness low Read More »
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin directed the Pentagon to review the 20 Medals of Honor awarded to U.S. troops for their actions at Wounded Knee in 1890, when soldiers killed and injured between 350 and 375 Lakota men, women and children.
Pentagon to review 20 Medals of Honor awarded in Wounded Knee massacre Read More »
Relatives of some of the 13 American service members killed during the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan appeared on stage at the Republican National Convention Wednesday in an emotional moment that revived one of the low points of President Joe Biden’s presidency.
Parents of young officers in training and incoming recruits who died in connection with military activities want Congress to approve death benefits that others in the armed forces already receive.
Bill would expand military death benefits for families of ROTC cadets Read More »
The U.S. wants to expand a Treasury committee’s jurisdiction to review land sales near U.S. military sites where foreigners are the buyers.
U.S. to expand control of land sales to foreigners near military sites Read More »
ESPN is drawing criticism for selecting Prince Harry as the Pat Tillman Service Award recipient at this year’s ESPYs, including from the fallen soldier’s mother and a host of one of the sports network’s more popular shows.
A bipartisan group of 24 congressional lawmakers is questioning whether the Pentagon’s pharmacy contract may bedriving up drug costs and limiting access to medication for Tricare beneficiaries, while overcharging independent pharmacies and taxpayers.
Troops may face inflated drug costs under Tricare, lawmakers say Read More »
Veterans Affairs Chief of Staff Kimberly Jackson on Friday announced she will step down from the leadership role next month, creating another vacancy at the top of the department.
VA chief of staff stepping down from leadership post after 8 months on the job Read More »
