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.
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Edition · Issue 2026-04-27
April 27, 2026
17 stories curated for veterans on this date.
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SERVICE
Army drill sergeants get prison for ‘prohibited’ trainee relationships
Two Army drill sergeants were sentenced to prison, busted down to the rank of private, and will be discharged after pleading guitly to engaging in sexual relationships with trainees during boot camp..
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HEALTH
Live Whole Health #315: Welcome spring with Mediterranean lemon- and herb-roasted chickpeas
There’s a certain kind of magic the spring season ushers in, with the shift toward lighter meals, brighter flavors and foods that feel as good as they taste.
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LEGACY
Vietnam veteran, daughter sue VA over Agent Orange birth defect benefits
A soldier exposed to Agent Orange while serving in Vietnam and his daughter have taken the Department of Veterans Affairs to court over disability benefits for children born with birth defects linked.
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A tank commander recounts the Gulf War Battle of Medina Ridge in ‘Bandit’
Mark T. Gerges commanded Bravo Company, 2nd Battalion, 70th Armor Regiment (call sign “Bandit”) in the 1st Armored Division’s 2nd “Iron” Brigade during Operation Desert Storm.
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LEGACY
DAV launches a free diabetes resource hub for veterans
An astonishing 25% of veterans who receive VA care are dealing with diabetes and those who have served are nearly twice as likely to develop the disease as the general population.
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SERVICE
Marines now have 12 months to meet shaving rules, even with painful skin condition
Marines now have 12 months to be clean-shaven, even if they are receiving medical treatment for a skin condition, according to a new policy released Friday.
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BENEFITS
VA helps Veteran recover from Maui wildfire
For more than 80 years, VA has stood beside Veterans and service members through life’s defining moments, including times of profound loss.
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COMMUNITY
Shoppers share gratitude with veterans through DAV Thank You Booth
Army veteran CeCe Mazyck (left) speaking with one of the Thank You Booth participants. The importance of thanking a veteran for their service is something DAV does not take lightly.
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A&E is back with the WWE for more ‘Legends’ and ‘Greatest Moments’
When A&E was first launched more than 40 years ago, its name was “Arts and Entertainment,” so it makes sense that it teams up with World Wrestling Entertainment to look back at those decades through..
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The Anduril Fury is the Air Force’s new autonomous wingman
Inside a sprawling facility known as Arsenal-1 , traditional rules of the defense industry are being dismantled one airframe at a time.
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SERVICE
Fort Knox went all Hollywood during filming of a military comedy classic
The hierarchy of the United States Army is not known for its collective sense of humor. Ivan Reitman, then an up-and-coming movie producer, knew this when he and his partner, Dan Goldberg, approached.
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SERVICE
A Green Beret shares 12 important things that need to be in your bug-out bag
For the uninitiated, a bug-out bag (sometimes just called a “BOB”) is simply a backpack you keep packed with the essentials to survive for about three days or so.
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HEALTH
What you need to know about Veteran suicide prevention
There are some misconceptions about suicide and the risk to Veterans. Learn the facts and stay informed. Suicide is preventable, and knowing the facts can help you take practical steps to protect...
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TRANSITION
Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for April 27, 2026
Editor’s note: This post contains links to jobs that are active at the time of publishing. Most job listings close 7–30 days after posting.
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COMMUNITY
DAV-supported bill would expand coverage for recreational prostheses
Veterans who play sports and exercise regularly report higher self-esteem, lower depression and anxiety levels, and reduced stress.
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SERVICE
Here’s why you need a support by fire in Battlefield 6
Playing Battlefield 6 online is like your boot-camp platoon: a mixed bag of great humans, massive turds, and everything in-between. In some matches, you have players who want to work as a team.
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Pentagon’s drone strategy calls for putting $54 billion DAWG in the fight
The Pentagon is proposing a massive spending increase for the Defense Autonomous Warfare Group, or DAWG, which oversees the development of drones and other unmanned systems.
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