The weird engineering that links old ships of the line and the SR-71 Blackbird
One is the fastest jet ever produced, capable of outrunning anti-air missiles while capturing reconnaissance in some of the most hostile airspace on Earth.
← March 2026
Edition · Issue 2026-03-11
March 11, 2026
13 stories curated for veterans on this date.
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ADVOCACY
Former VA secretary to head national hunger relief organization
Former Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough has been named CEO of Feeding America, a non-profit network of more than 250 food banks, regional cooperatives, agencies and food bank associations.
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LEGACY
The torch and the baton: Passing the legacy of service from mother to daughter
For the transition from February’s Black History Month to March’s Women’s History Month, we’re honored to present the dynamic story of a mother-daughter duo that embodies the..
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SERVICE
Sailor sports ‘Arrogant Bastard’ beer patch on carrier involved in Iran combat operations
At least one sailor taking part in combat operations against Iran knows a thing or two about arrogant bastards. Or, at least, is familiar with the beer of the same name.
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LEGACY
Is there anything new to learn about Patton? The National WWII Museum thinks so.
“The world is not supposed to know what the hell they did with me. I’m not supposed to be commanding this army. I’m not even supposed to be in England.
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COMMUNITY
DAV statement on VA’s planned use of AI to review benefit questionnaires
DAV has concerns about the Department of Veterans Affairs’ plan to use an artificial intelligence (AI) tool to identify potential fraud in Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) going back more...
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LEGACY
6 things to know about the Sentinels guarding Arlington’s Tomb of the Unknowns
It doesn’t matter whether the sun is shining, a hurricane is passing through Washington, D.C., or a Tomb guard accidentally gets stabbed in the foot .
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SERVICE
US Apache pilots explain how helicopters are shooting down Iranian drones
Pilots who fly Apache helicopters for the Army are fiercely dedicated to their mission of watching over and defending forces below on the ground.
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HEALTH
VA Study: Ozempic, Other GLP-1 Drugs May Fight Addiction Across Every Major Substance
For the more than 48 million Americans with substance use disorders, including a disproportionate share of veterans, GLP-1 drugs are not yet an approved addiction treatment.
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HEALTH
Celebrating March as National Nutrition Month
Power your day with nutrition March is National Nutrition Month and this year’s theme is “Discover the Power of Nutrition.” Food is more than fuel, and it can shape how you feel, move and think.
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LEGACY
Meet the first pilot to receive the Medal of Honor flying the ‘Whistling Death’
World War II in the Pacific produced a remarkable 10 fighter pilots of the United States Marine Corps who were awarded the Medal of Honor. Aside from Captain Henry T.
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BENEFITS
How to avoid tax scams: Know your tax preparer
VA is committed to protecting Veterans and their families from tax fraud. Follow these tips to avoid being scammed this tax season.
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SERVICE
Operation Tapeworm: How the US Army’s most elite hunted down Saddam’s sons
The Ba’athist regime of Saddam Hussein may have fallen on Mar. 20, 2003, but the hunt for its leadership would take much longer. The dictator and his two sons, Uday and Qusay, were still out there.
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A Marine Went on a Pilgrimage to the Holy Land to Heal from War. War Found Him Anyway
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