
Veteran with Multiple Sclerosis explores her world
Traveling with multiple sclerosis A multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis often brings with it a wave of logistical, emotional and financial challenges.

Traveling with multiple sclerosis A multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis often brings with it a wave of logistical, emotional and financial challenges.

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Joanne and Jose Mendoza are active volunteers with Chapter 12 and Auxiliary Unit 12 in San Bernardino, California. Jose Mendoza doesn’t shy away from

As an educator, historian, and someone who is airborne qualified with five completed parachute jumps , the history of airborne operations has always b

The VA’s list of presumptive conditions for Agent Orange exposure is a fairly long one, but many Vietnam War veterans will tell you it’s f

Friend and foe alike will have no problem recognizing the Navy’s newest destroyer when it flies its distinctive battle flag, which features the visage

Here are the military and veteran education benefits that pay for aviation maintenance and flight training and how much you might get.
A restorative soup for spring renewal Lightly roasting fresh vegetables helps bring out new flavors and supports your immune system.

“Hurry up and wait.” We’ve all heard this phrase at one point or another, but at this exact moment in time, it really (and literally) hits

Iwo Jima was one of the bloodiest battles of World War II, during which 5,931 Marines were killed — twice as many as all the Marines who died during W

For most of the last century, if something hostile was flying at your face, options boiled down to this: hope somebody around has a big gun. A Stinger
Connected by duty and care Army Veteran Rob Sterling recently visited the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC), bringing with him an incredi
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Members of the National Guard and Coast Guard are carrying out extensive search and rescue efforts in Hawaii, as the state is hit by the largest and w

As Bob Feller drove to sign his contract with the Cleveland Indians for the 1942 season, he distracted himself by listening to his car radio.
How SPCs can keep Veterans connected Reaching out for support can happen for all kinds of reasons. Maybe life is piling up. Maybe something from your

The Army officially received its first version of a new Black Hawk helicopter, one modified to allow it to fly without a pilot if soldiers want.

A French sailor was trying to keep fit, going for a run and logging his progress on a smartwatch. He ended up revealing an aircraft carrier’s po

For years, the story was simple: One wore the uniform, and the other held down the homefront. Today, however, many military spouses have served, deplo

The U.S. military is working to increase its presence on Greenland, including adding special operations forces and potentially operating in three new
A pioneering physicist who reshaped modern diagnostic medicine Rosalyn Sussman Yalow was a pioneering Jewish-American medical physicist who broke barr

How trailblazer Grace Hopper taught the US military all about computers When we think of military innovation, we think weapons, up-armored vehicles, m

The U.S. military is surging more ground, air and sea forces to the Middle East including nearly 5,000 Marines as the war with Iran approaches its fou

Sometimes we have to reclaim our ambitions, because it’s so easy to lose them while we do everything else required of us.

If only it were true. Sadly, Air Force veteran, martial arts world champion, and action hero Chuck Norris passed away on March 19, 2026, at the age of

A training instructor at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland is facing court-martial for having sex with three trainees he was in charge of, the 37th Trai
Ready, set, grow! This April, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recruiters will be attending even more exciting recruitment events across the countr

A Veterans Affairs social worker died after being shot Tuesday at a VA clinic in Jasper, Georgia. Nicholas “Nic” Crews of Marietta, Georgia, died Wedn

A Veterans Affairs social worker died after being shot Tuesday at a VA clinic in Jasper, Georgia. Nicholas “Nic” Crews of Marietta, Georgia, died Wedn

A Veterans Affairs social worker died after being shot Tuesday at a VA clinic in Jasper, Georgia. Nicholas “Nic” Crews of Marietta, Georgia, died Wedn

A Veterans Affairs social worker died after being shot Tuesday at a VA clinic in Jasper, Georgia. Nicholas “Nic” Crews of Marietta, Georgia, died Wedn

A Veterans Affairs social worker died after being shot Tuesday at a VA clinic in Jasper, Georgia. Nicholas “Nic” Crews of Marietta, Georgia, died Wedn

How one parking initiative transformed the nation If you’ve ever used “Veteran parking” at Lowe’s, you’ve got Army Korean War Veteran James “Clarence”

Where is Ali-Reza Asgari? The Iranians have wanted to find that out since December 9, 2006 , when Asgari, a retired major general in the Islamic Revol

“I didn’t really know how important kidneys were until they were gone.” Army Veteran Quinn Huynh was energetic and active, and he didn’t think he need
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting research findings on improving the suicide prevention, diabe

Somewhere in North Carolina, the headquarters element of the 82nd Airborne Division is sitting still. Not training. Not deploying. Just…waiting.

Every Marine is a rifleman, but under new marksmanship rules announced this week, the few and the proud who also shoot pistols can now do so with an o

The natural life cycle of a program Every nonprofit program eventually hits a wall. In the beginning, a program is fueled by the raw energy of a movem
The Department of Veterans Affairs reversed course on a new disability rating rule in February 2026, and it happened fast.

Shigeaki Mori, an atomic bomb survivor who spent decades researching the forgotten American prisoners of war killed in the Hiroshima attack, has died

Shigeaki Mori, an atomic bomb survivor who spent decades researching the forgotten American prisoners of war killed in the Hiroshima attack, has died

Shigeaki Mori, an atomic bomb survivor who spent decades researching the forgotten American prisoners of war killed in the Hiroshima attack, has died

Shigeaki Mori, an atomic bomb survivor who spent decades researching the forgotten American prisoners of war killed in the Hiroshima attack, has died

Shigeaki Mori, an atomic bomb survivor who spent decades researching the forgotten American prisoners of war killed in the Hiroshima attack, has died

Troops seeking religious waivers for beards will now have to prove to senior military service officials that they have sincerely held beliefs that req

Designed in 2002, the Heckler & Koch XM8 was a lightweight assault rifle that aimed to replace the original M4 carbine in U.S. Army service.
Connecting Veterans to a person, a plan and a place to call home In today’s AI era, it can often feel impossible to reach a human being on customer se

The war against Iran has spread to neighboring Iraq, where a top U.S. general says American Apache attack helicopters are battling Iranian proxies.
During Women’s History Month, VA proudly honors the service, strength and resilience of women Veterans. Among them is a Native American Veteran named

An Illinois soldier was awarded a Purple Heart on her very last day in the Army, receiving the award more than a decade after suffering injuries from

At first glance, it was easy to underestimate Robert Cade. Once reportedly referred to as “too dumb for medical school,” the United States Navy vetera

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From the beginning, we hoped DAV Community Impact Day would be more than a single day of service. We saw its potential to be a catalyst for gathering

Sailors on the USS Gerald R. Ford have already been away from home for more than eight months and are now headed for yet another unanticipated stop, t

The chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee wants to develop a “must-pass” authorization bill process for the Department of Veterans Affairs

The chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee wants to develop a “must-pass” authorization bill process for the Department of Veterans Affairs

The chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee wants to develop a “must-pass” authorization bill process for the Department of Veterans Affairs

The chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee wants to develop a “must-pass” authorization bill process for the Department of Veterans Affairs

The chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee wants to develop a “must-pass” authorization bill process for the Department of Veterans Affairs

Military families shipping their household goods and cars to new assignments are seeing delays brought on by the ongoing U.S. war with Iran, Pentagon

Today’s firearm market is awash with pistols designed and marketed for concealed carry. However, when semi-automatic (known then as automatic), self-l

The Army is about to roll out a smaller carbine as part of its new, multi-billion-dollar rifle system. A slightly shorter and lighter carbine version
Funding will continue to support organizations that provide suicide prevention services for Veterans in communities nationwide VA has published a new

An agreement between the Justice Department and the Department of Veterans Affairs allows the VA to put veterans under guardianship if they are unable

An agreement between the Justice Department and the Department of Veterans Affairs allows the VA to put veterans under guardianship if they are unable

An agreement between the Justice Department and the Department of Veterans Affairs allows the VA to put veterans under guardianship if they are unable

An agreement between the Justice Department and the Department of Veterans Affairs allows the VA to put veterans under guardianship if they are unable

An agreement between the Justice Department and the Department of Veterans Affairs allows the VA to put veterans under guardianship if they are unable

She served. She leads. She listens. During Women’s History Month, we honor those women who served our nation in uniform and who are also shaping the f

The 24 U.S. Army service members aboard the C-47 Skytrain transport plane were excited for a day of sightseeing. Less than four months before World Wa

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Special Operations forces are the world’s most highly disciplined, mission-capable, and formidable units. They undergo rigorous selection proces
Across the country, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is transforming how health care is delivered to America’s Veterans—and strong leadership i

Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Marzan, who was killed in a March 1 drone attack in Kuwait, was a ‘surrogate dad’ to so many in his Iowa-based reserve
On February 10, 2026, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law making California the latest state to ban unaccredited private companies from charging vetera

The Department of Veterans Affairs is developing a tool that will analyze veterans’ disability claims applications for fraud — a program VA officials

The Department of Veterans Affairs is developing a tool that will analyze veterans’ disability claims applications for fraud — a program VA officials

The Department of Veterans Affairs is developing a tool that will analyze veterans’ disability claims applications for fraud — a program VA officials

The Department of Veterans Affairs is developing a tool that will analyze veterans’ disability claims applications for fraud — a program VA officials

The Department of Veterans Affairs is developing a tool that will analyze veterans’ disability claims applications for fraud — a program VA officials

History’s worst tyrants didn’t just rule; they engineered nightmares. From Qin Shi Huang’s iron-fisted unification and Julius Caesar’s precedent-setti

Echoes of sacrifice: Houston Veteran finds connection to WWII tragedy at VA On a recent brisk February morning, Navy Veteran Jeff Fisher sat in the wa
For years, skepticism has surrounded VA’s deployment of the Federal Electronic Health Record (EHR). The deployments started during President Tru

At least 200 U.S. service members have been wounded while taking part in Operation Epic Fury, U.S. Central Command announced on Monday. A spokesperson

Actor Blair Underwood was in first grade the first time that he remembers his mother saying she wanted to write a book. It could have been a fleeting

Ryan Pavel When Ryan Pavel didn’t get accepted to his college of choice at 17 years old, a Marine Corps recruiter redirected his life’s path.

The USS Nimitz began its long career stuck in a time warp. It now seems to be finishing the same way, with its official retirement date pushing into t
Ready for a better way to manage your low back pain—no pills required? Gentle yoga might help! In 2017, the American College of Physicians shared a gu

A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction Friday that temporarily reinstates a collective bargaining agreement between the Department of Veteran

A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction Friday that temporarily reinstates a collective bargaining agreement between the Department of Veteran

A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction Friday that temporarily reinstates a collective bargaining agreement between the Department of Veteran

A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction Friday that temporarily reinstates a collective bargaining agreement between the Department of Veteran

A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction Friday that temporarily reinstates a collective bargaining agreement between the Department of Veteran

The uniform distinctions between the Union and Confederate soldiers were many, but the colors of their Civil War uniforms became the iconic identifier
VA celebrates Health Professions Education (HPE) Week 2026 Each year, VA celebrates Health Professions Education Week, when the department recognizes
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It’s not stealthy, it’s getting up there in years and it doesn’t have the payload of fifth-generation fighter jets.

The dime is getting a new look for the 250th anniversary of the United States, and keen eyes have noticed the Mint dropped an important symbol of Amer

Air Force veteran Adam Cassidy (left) is a strong advocate for Werner Enterprise’s veteran programs. When transitioning out of the Air Force in 2015,

Engineered immune cells targeted and reduced the toxic protein plaques that drive Alzheimer’s disease in a recent study. Alzheimer's and related demen

How personalized support helps Veterans adapt to vision loss For many, the prospect of blindness is daunting, often perceived as more life-altering th

The Trump administration is launching a new plan to initiate legal guardianship proceedings for hundreds of the “most vulnerable” veterans

This week, 82nd Airborne veteran Jack Piatt could go home with an Academy Award, the film industry’s most coveted honor, and one of the most prestigio

On Mar. 13, 2026, a gunman opened fire on a Reserve Officers’ Training Corps classroom at Virginia’s Old Dominion University. He chose the wrong

The Department of Defense released the names of the six airmen who died when their LC-135 Refueling plane crashed in western Iraq on Thursday. They ar

A Navy fighter jet that got the United States’ first air-to-air kill against another plane in nearly 20 years in 2017 is currently taking part in comb
Expanding access to antidote across the country to prevent overdose deaths among Veterans Veteran safety and well-being is at the center of everything

We are living in unsettling times across the globe; times that seem to relentlessly shake our foundations and force our military-connected communities

A fuze malfunction, the second ever in the model’s service history, likely caused a M795 155mm artillery round to explode early in a live-fire d
Military spouses are resilient, adaptable and highly skilled, but frequent relocations and shifting responsibilities can make it challenging to build

The Department of Veterans Affairs officials say they are developing a tool to scan documents veterans submit to prove that they qualify for disabilit

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced on March 4 that Marine Raider Pfc. Norton Retzsch, 25, had been accounted for on April 1, 2025 — thank

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced on March 4 that Marine Raider Pfc. Norton Retzsch, 25, had been accounted for on April 1, 2025 — thank

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced on March 4 that Marine Raider Pfc. Norton Retzsch, 25, had been accounted for on April 1, 2025 — thank

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced on March 4 that Marine Raider Pfc. Norton Retzsch, 25, had been accounted for on April 1, 2025 — thank

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced on March 4 that Marine Raider Pfc. Norton Retzsch, 25, had been accounted for on April 1, 2025 — thank

In a United States War Department-issued “Line of Position” notebook, Capt. Robert A. Lewis begins like many service member letters, with a “Dear Mom

In a United States War Department-issued “Line of Position” notebook, Capt. Robert A. Lewis begins like many service member letters, with a “Dear Mom

In a United States War Department-issued “Line of Position” notebook, Capt. Robert A. Lewis begins like many service member letters, with a “Dear Mom

In a United States War Department-issued “Line of Position” notebook, Capt. Robert A. Lewis begins like many service member letters, with a “Dear Mom

In a United States War Department-issued “Line of Position” notebook, Capt. Robert A. Lewis begins like many service member letters, with a “Dear Mom

A movement is taking shape across some Ukraine-aligned social media channels to get an upcoming game de-listed from major game license vendor Steam un

Nobody ever briefed you on the cattle truck . There was no block of instruction, no safety brief, no introductory PowerPoint with b-roll of a smiling
How women shaped the earliest systems of care for returning soldiers While the history of Veteran mental health in the United States is often told thr
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting research findings on a potential way to protect the blood-br

A retired Air Force civilian engineer accused of covering up maintenance issues behind a deadly Marine KC-130T crash was found not guilty by a federal

A U.S. KC-135 aerial tanker has gone down over western Iraq, military officials announced Thursday. Rescue efforts are ongoing, according to a brief n

Veterans say that the Department of Veterans Affairs has “invented new reasons to deny” former service members access to education benefits that many

In 2002, the U.S. military tapped Lt. Gen. Paul Van Riper to lead the opposing forces in the most expensive and expansive military exercise in history

The Army has developed a new hand grenade that kills by using blast overpressure instead of fragments when it explodes, which Army officials say is mo

In March 1915, the Great War was spreading like a plague across Europe, Asia and Africa, but the United States of America was still uninvolved and des

In March 1915, the Great War was spreading like a plague across Europe, Asia and Africa, but the United States of America was still uninvolved and des

In March 1915, the Great War was spreading like a plague across Europe, Asia and Africa, but the United States of America was still uninvolved and des

In March 1915, the Great War was spreading like a plague across Europe, Asia and Africa, but the United States of America was still uninvolved and des

In March 1915, the Great War was spreading like a plague across Europe, Asia and Africa, but the United States of America was still uninvolved and des

A nuclear weapon detonates. The resulting EMP knocks out electronics for miles. Laser designators no longer work, and neither do the precision munitio

Lawmakers have introduced bipartisan legislation in Congress that would fast-track medical care for veterans with infertility linked to hazardous expo

Lawmakers have introduced bipartisan legislation in Congress that would fast-track medical care for veterans with infertility linked to hazardous expo

Lawmakers have introduced bipartisan legislation in Congress that would fast-track medical care for veterans with infertility linked to hazardous expo

Lawmakers have introduced bipartisan legislation in Congress that would fast-track medical care for veterans with infertility linked to hazardous expo

Lawmakers have introduced bipartisan legislation in Congress that would fast-track medical care for veterans with infertility linked to hazardous expo
How Veterans can look out for each other, and act when something feels off. Veterans look out for their own. You’ve probably noticed when a buddy wasn
Student Veterans of America (SVA) recently shared how partnering with VA delivered real impact for student Veterans. During a recent Joint House and S

The flood of misinformation, fake content, and dubious news sources online is causing uncertainty for military families waiting at home, according to

Monica Witt stepped off a plane in Tehran in late August 2013 and began a new life. No matter how hard the United States Air Force veteran has tried,

Years after coming home, Dolshenko now spends his time making memories closer to home, like a squirrel hunting trip with his son in Indiana.

Former Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough has been named CEO of Feeding America, a non-profit network of more than 250 food banks, regional co

Former Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough has been named CEO of Feeding America, a non-profit network of more than 250 food banks, regional co

Former Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough has been named CEO of Feeding America, a non-profit network of more than 250 food banks, regional co

Former Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough has been named CEO of Feeding America, a non-profit network of more than 250 food banks, regional co

Former Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough has been named CEO of Feeding America, a non-profit network of more than 250 food banks, regional co

For the transition from February’s Black History Month to March’s Women’s History Month, we’re honored to present the dynamic

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 bee

“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

“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

“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

“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

“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

DAV has concerns about the Department of Veterans Affairs’ plan to use an artificial intelligence (AI) tool to identify potential fraud in Disability

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 .

Pilots who fly Apache helicopters for the Army are fiercely dedicated to their mission of watching over and defending forces below on the ground.

For the more than 48 million Americans with substance use disorders, including a disproportionate share of veterans, GLP-1 drugs are not yet an approv
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, an

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

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

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

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

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
VA is committed to protecting Veterans and their families from tax fraud. Follow these tips to avoid being scammed this tax season.

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

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The world has seen some heinous wars in its time, including those that took out entire kingdoms and cultures. Modern citizens could do little to under

An awkwardly worded question and a poorly phrased answer by a government official have launched speculation and debate about the possibility of a draf
Across Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers (VAMCs), outpatient clinics and community-based programs, social workers help Veterans overcome

With the war against Iran in its second week, the U.S. military’s focus now includes destroying factories that build one-way attack drones and prevent

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declined to say how long U.S. military operations against Iran might last, a day after President Donald Trump indicated

Retired Army Lt. Col. Alan Johnson survived the Iranian ballistic missile strike on Al-Asad Air Base, Iraq, in 2020, that left dozens with traumatic b
Screening more Veterans than ever for colon cancer What is colon or colorectal cancer? In the last year, colon or colorectal cancer (CRC) has been ide
VA is transforming technologies to Improve the Veteran homebuying experience Veterans will soon see enhancements to the VA Home Loan program with cutt

In April 2022, when the U.S. National Guard began pulling M113 armored personnel carriers out of storage to ship to Ukraine, the reaction was fairly c

Chronic pain is the leading cause of disability for those who have served, and severe pain is 40% more common among veterans than nonveterans.

For several years, veterans groups have been pushing for legislation that would allow those wounded in combat to receive both disability benefits and
There are times when we say things like, “It took my breath away,” or “I could hardly breathe,” or “I swear, I stopped breathing for a second.

Thirty-eight minutes. The Anglo-Zanzibar War on August 27, 1896, was fought in less time than it takes to watch the much-discussed combat scene from “

Troops taking part in the war with Iran are “writing history” and showcasing their “wartime readiness,” the acting commander of the Air National Guard

For over 100 years, Arlington National Cemetery has been the site of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, but it hasn’t always been guarded — or revered.

For over 100 years, Arlington National Cemetery has been the site of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, but it hasn’t always been guarded — or revered.

For over 100 years, Arlington National Cemetery has been the site of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, but it hasn’t always been guarded — or revered.

For over 100 years, Arlington National Cemetery has been the site of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, but it hasn’t always been guarded — or revered.

For over 100 years, Arlington National Cemetery has been the site of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, but it hasn’t always been guarded — or revered.

When the United States becomes embroiled in any ongoing conflict (not just a new Middle Eastern conflict), it inevitably stokes conscription fears amo

Before the first bomb fell, the conflict in Iran was already being dominated from 22,000 miles above it. On an uneventful evening in February 2026, ho
Virtual Health Resource Center connects Veterans with care After serving 26 years in the Army as a military intelligence officer, working 10 years at
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The United States Coast Guard has been around since President George Washington signed the Tariff Act in 1790. In the nearly 2½ centuries since, the C

The USS Nimitz is at sea for one last job. The aging aircraft carrier, set to be decommissioned, departed its homeport in Washington State this weeken

A U.S. service member passed away Saturday night, days after being wounded in an Iranian attack on American forces in Saudi Arabia, U.S. Central Comma
Suicides among Veterans have decreased, but the report reinforces the need for connection, support and continued prevention efforts In February, VA re

Nine days into the war with Iran, U.S. forces alongside the Israeli military continue to bomb targets around Iran and throughout the Middle East as th

L. Ron Hubbard, a Navy veteran, filed for disability claims and was denied—something he attributes to his going off the deep end and eventually foundi

There’s a lot of great television out there right now, so much that it can be difficult to keep up. Some are so explosively popular you will be unable

American and Ecuadorian forces carried out “lethal kinetic strikes” against drug traffickers in Ecuador near the Colombian border, U.S. So

Gayle Smith and Elaine H. Niggemann: Leadership, legacy, service and the evolution of VA nursing From the battlefields of Vietnam to executive leaders

A Massachusetts man was arrested this week and accused of impersonating an Army veteran for more than three decades, receiving tens of thousands of do

Pete Barnum can’t talk much these days. Surgery for squamous cell carcinoma —the kind linked to toxic exposure, the kind the PACT Act was writte

A Coast Guard rescue swimmer died Thursday from injuries sustained during a rescue at sea late last month. Petty Officer 2nd Class Tyler Jaggers was a
Spring is on the horizon, and so is a rewarding career at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This March, our recruiters are traveling the countr

Unemployment rates for veterans fell in February following two months of increases, while the rate for the general population ticked up in a weakening

Unemployment rates for veterans fell in February following two months of increases, while the rate for the general population ticked up in a weakening

Unemployment rates for veterans fell in February following two months of increases, while the rate for the general population ticked up in a weakening

Unemployment rates for veterans fell in February following two months of increases, while the rate for the general population ticked up in a weakening

Unemployment rates for veterans fell in February following two months of increases, while the rate for the general population ticked up in a weakening

An Army doctrine writer, Lt. Col. Scott McMahan spends most of his days turning wonky military concepts and research data into the manuals that soldie

On March 11, 1944, anti-aircraft fire struck a B-24D Liberator bomber, causing to crash off Papua New Guinea. Eleven airmen, including 2nd Lt. Thomas

When the USS Wahoo sailed into Pearl Harbor on February 7, 1943, she had an odd ornament on her periscope: a common broom .

Women’s History Month 2026: Leading the change: Women shaping a sustainable future During Women’s History Month, we proudly recognize the women Vetera

Marines will have to tread water for longer and learn more swimming strokes under new, tougher rules for the service’s water survival program.

If you’re heading to West Point as a cadet, congratulations! You’re about to embark on the most rewarding and rigorous experience of your life so far.
VA Atlanta removes barriers to gynecology care for women Veterans The VA Atlanta Healthcare System (VAAHS) led the way as the first VA medical facilit
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting research findings on improving the hospice experience, a pro

For nearly 40 years, DAV and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) have partnered to provide a clear assessment of the financial resources the Department

Somewhere near the President of the United States right now, a military aide is carrying a black leather briefcase that could end civilization. HeR

If Americans fighting in Vietnam felt like the jungle war was rigged against them, that’s because it literally was. In the War on Terror, troops

Whew. No pressure to write something that will make Mighty MilSpouse readers want to read what I have to say. So, here we go… let’s start with the big

A Marine who single-handedly destroyed a major bridge in Vietnam, swinging hand-over-hand across its steel girders to plant explosive charges even as
For Veterans, the journey to homeownership often begins with one essential document: the Certificate of Eligibility (COE).

Imagine a priesthood where they wear uniforms like the Navy’s, are disciplined like Marines, do as much real work to advance a mission as any no

On Nov. 4, 1979, Iranians scaled the walls of the U.S. embassy in Tehran and ignited one of the most consequential diplomatic crises in modern history

Learn about MVP’s research for women Veterans Meet two Million Veteran Program (MVP) researchers who are using their skills to make discoveries for Ve
VA’s Commitment to Protect Veterans As we observe National Consumer Protection Week, March 2 – 8, and Slam the Scam Day on March 5, 2026, we want to r

The Army has announced six more bases will get new dining halls designed to look more like cafeterias at college campuses.

After Ted Williams served as a Marine Corps aviator during World War II, the military discharged him, and he returned to Major League Baseball.

Then-Army Sgt. Daniel Blevins mans a .50-caliber machine gun in a Humvee turret in Iraq in 2008. A 60-mile bike ride through the southern Arizona moun

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The United States government was founded on the principle of the separation of church and state. That being said, if the U.S.

A U.S. Special Operations Command major who saved a comrade from being dragged away by enemy fighters in Afghanistan in 2012 has been authorized by th

A U.S. Special Operations Command major who saved a comrade from being dragged away by enemy fighters in Afghanistan in 2012 has been authorized by th

A U.S. Special Operations Command major who saved a comrade from being dragged away by enemy fighters in Afghanistan in 2012 has been authorized by th

A U.S. Special Operations Command major who saved a comrade from being dragged away by enemy fighters in Afghanistan in 2012 has been authorized by th

A U.S. Special Operations Command major who saved a comrade from being dragged away by enemy fighters in Afghanistan in 2012 has been authorized by th

The History Channel has dropped the first look at its upcoming World War II documentary starring America’s favorite actor-turned-Second World War docu

The U.S. military’s operations against Iran reached a new level of intensity on Tuesday when an American submarine torpedoed an Iranian warship in the

The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter is the fighter jet of choice for the United States and 19 allied nations, including the United Kingdom and Israel.

The Army is granting more direct commissions to civilians in high-tech fields like cyber, artificial intelligence, and space.

A United States Navy submarine sunk an Iranian ship with a single torpedo this week as the frigate was transiting the Indian Ocean, marking the first

A United States Navy submarine sunk an Iranian ship with a single torpedo this week as the frigate was transiting the Indian Ocean, marking the first

A United States Navy submarine sunk an Iranian ship with a single torpedo this week as the frigate was transiting the Indian Ocean, marking the first

A United States Navy submarine sunk an Iranian ship with a single torpedo this week as the frigate was transiting the Indian Ocean, marking the first

A United States Navy submarine sunk an Iranian ship with a single torpedo this week as the frigate was transiting the Indian Ocean, marking the first

Operation Epic Fury has seen extensive U.S. military action against the Iranian regime within Iran’s borders. Precision air and naval strikes have str

A legendary Reconnaissance Marine who saved his nine-man team during an ambush in South Vietnam is one step closer to receiving the Medal of Honor.

The United States Navy’s submarine service is easily the most powerful ever fielded in the history of submarine warfare.

More than 80 years ago, the USS Yorktown took a pair of torpedo hits from the Japanese submarine I-168 and slipped to the bottom of the Pacific Ocean.
Veteran Chris Barcomb describes how TelePulmonology improves his quality of life Chris Barcomb, a Navy Veteran who served from 1991 to 2012, knows the

DAV member and 2025 Recruiter Rally winner Luis Cortes stands in the war museum at DAV National Headquarters. DAV is powered by its members.
Ki Ho Kang, a retired Air Force Veteran, built his career on solving the Air Force’s most complex engineering acquisition and sustainment challenges f

Ecuadorian and U.S. forces have started a joint operation against drug trafficking groups in the South American country, U.S. Southern Command said Tu
VA is making it easier than ever to keep your claim on track. With the new Claim Assist Portal, you’ll have a faster, more convenient way to respond w

In October 1859, a small town at the junction of two rivers became the focal point of one of the most dramatic and consequential events in American hi

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The Defense Department has identified four of the six service members who were killed over the weekend by an Iranian attack.

They’ve been around for every major United States military conflict since the Revolutionary War. They’ve put themselves in just as much danger as any
With almost a quarter of all Veterans in the United States residing in rural communities, ensuring they receive quality health care close to home is m

House and Senate members, along with prominent veterans’ organizations, hope 2026 will be the year Congress passes legislation to give 54,000 wounded

House and Senate members, along with prominent veterans’ organizations, hope 2026 will be the year Congress passes legislation to give 54,000 wounded

House and Senate members, along with prominent veterans’ organizations, hope 2026 will be the year Congress passes legislation to give 54,000 wounded

House and Senate members, along with prominent veterans’ organizations, hope 2026 will be the year Congress passes legislation to give 54,000 wounded

House and Senate members, along with prominent veterans’ organizations, hope 2026 will be the year Congress passes legislation to give 54,000 wounded

For as long as troops have loaded bombs onto planes, they’ve marked them with scrawled messages or even their own names. That tradition appeared to co

ERLANGER, Ky. – DAV (Disabled American Veterans) is proud to announce a new partnership with select Texas-based M&D Supply Ace Hardware stores on a se

Marines assigned to the U.S. consulate in Karachi, Pakistan, recently fired their weapons in self-defense after they were attacked by protestors who h

In a letter addressed to U.S. troops the same day that American forces began striking targets inside Iran, the top commander in the Middle East said t

It was supposed to be a standard intercept. In the pitch-black maelstrom over the Kuwaiti desert, three F-15E Strike Eagles from the 335th Fighter Squ
Helping Veterans move into a new home is only the first step for VA When you think of “exiting homelessness,” what comes to mind?

January 2026 marked five years since the enactment of one of the most significant policy victories for women veterans. Named after the woman who braze
VA teamed up with Metropolis-GAMEDAY to give thousands of local Veterans and their families free access to the Super Bowl Experience on Feb.

The six American flyers who ejected from F-15E Strike Eagles over Kuwait on Sunday experienced a moment that pilots pray never happens but train for a

Veterans organizations in Washington, D.C. came together to nominate two prominent veterans to the U.S. Department of Education’s upcoming rulemaking

Amid burgeoning tensions, President Dwight Eisenhower went before the United Nations General Assembly on December 8, 1953, and called for peace.

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Hollywood has never lacked war stories. But it has often lacked veteran storytellers telling them. For years, military narratives on screen have gravi

Hollywood has never lacked war stories. But it has often lacked veteran storytellers telling them. For years, military narratives on screen have gravi

Hollywood has never lacked war stories. But it has often lacked veteran storytellers telling them. For years, military narratives on screen have gravi

Hollywood has never lacked war stories. But it has often lacked veteran storytellers telling them. For years, military narratives on screen have gravi

Hollywood has never lacked war stories. But it has often lacked veteran storytellers telling them. For years, military narratives on screen have gravi
Has winter been a real headache for you? Now that we are springing ahead, you may also want to find a new routine for managing stress and headaches.

Some veterans who went to war in the Middle East at the turn of the century are questioning whether the U.S. has a clear “end state” following operati

Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, who served Iran as President from 2005 to 2013, was killed in an Israeli missile strike on his residence in Tehran, according to

President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three soldiers Monday, recognizing a service member from World War II, Vietnam and Afghanistan, r

President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three soldiers Monday, recognizing a service member from World War II, Vietnam and Afghanistan, r

President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three soldiers Monday, recognizing a service member from World War II, Vietnam and Afghanistan, r

President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three soldiers Monday, recognizing a service member from World War II, Vietnam and Afghanistan, r

President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three soldiers Monday, recognizing a service member from World War II, Vietnam and Afghanistan, r
Staying healthy and connected with virtual care Linda Hutchinson’s dedication to service began in the Navy in 1984 and continues today as an advocate

Some call them “kamikaze” drones, evoking the image of Japanese suicide attacks on the U.S. Navy toward the end of World War II. The U.S.
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In the past few years, many a defense analyst has spent countless sleepless, sweaty nights worrying about the future of drone warfare.
VA is making it easier to find out The Department of Veterans Affairs is making it easier for eligible Veterans to learn about their education and tra

Space Force guardians have been expanding their terrestrial and orbital infrastructure for months, and this month they gained a new asset: a satellite

As an Army spouse, Methella Green is specially equipped to help her company recognize transferrable skills in the military community.

Three U.S. F-15E fighters have gone down over Kuwait in an “apparent friendly fire incident,” according to U.S. Central Command.
Discover the power of nutrition for your Whole Health March’s National Nutrition Month offers us a chance to rethink old habits and begin with new, he

Welcome to 2026. The sky over the Juffair district in Bahrain isn’t so blue; instead, it was a mosaic of gray-black plumes and the white-hot str

Three American service members have been killed, and five were seriously wounded while participating in military operations against Iran, U.S. Central

As part of its wave of airstrikes against Iran this weekend, U.S. Central Command confirmed that it had launched its new low-cost kamikaze drones, the
“Every time I got off that table, I was weaker and weaker, but there was always another set of hands right there” Walter Lohden enlisted i

In April 1980, two CIA officers flew Maj. John T. Carney Jr., a U.S. Air Force Combat Controller, to a small strip of road in the South Khorasan Provi

Cold weather combat is the great equalizer. Just ask Napoleon or Hitler how their winter campaigns in Russia went. With increased focus on the strateg

“On 7 January 1945, while leading a voluntary fighter sweep over Negros Island, he risked an extremely low altitude in an attempt to save a fellow fli

“On 7 January 1945, while leading a voluntary fighter sweep over Negros Island, he risked an extremely low altitude in an attempt to save a fellow fli

“On 7 January 1945, while leading a voluntary fighter sweep over Negros Island, he risked an extremely low altitude in an attempt to save a fellow fli

“On 7 January 1945, while leading a voluntary fighter sweep over Negros Island, he risked an extremely low altitude in an attempt to save a fellow fli

“On 7 January 1945, while leading a voluntary fighter sweep over Negros Island, he risked an extremely low altitude in an attempt to save a fellow fli

American and Israeli warplanes bombed Tehran Saturday morning, the start of what President Donald Trump called a “massive and ongoing operation” again

The Department of Defense is blocking active-duty troops from attending graduate-level education at Ivy League schools and other top universities, Sec
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is urgently hiring vocational rehabilitation specialists and counselors to help Veterans build fulfilling, ind

Gen. Douglas MacArthur did not become one of the United States military’s greatest generals by making miscalculations. He made a huge one during the K

The Air Force says a new policy will streamline access to health care for reservists and Air National Guardsmen who are hurt on duty.

The U.S. military at the southern border used a laser system to shoot down a “seemingly threatening” uncrewed aerial system near the U.S.

In the winter of 1777-1778, the American Revolution faced one of its most perilous internal crises. While British forces occupied Philadelphia and the
100 years, one incredible journey Employees and fellow Veterans came together at the Birmingham VA Clinic to celebrate a special milestone: the 100th
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting research findings on telehealth kidney disease management, a

President Donald Trump will award the Medal of Honor to three soldiers on Monday, marking the second time this week that he has recognized service mem

Smaller in both size and budget, the Marine Corps often lags behind the Army when it comes to infantry rifles. Early in World War II, Marines were sti

Over nearly 30 years in the Navy, I learned how to solve problems. I started as an aviation electrician’s mate, fixing aircraft on the flight line. I

Japan’s surprise attack at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, brought the United States fully into World War II. Although America adopted an official w

Under new Marine Corps body composition rules released on Thursday, Marines now must be slightly skinnier than Pentagon standards announced in January

DAV is pleased to learn VA is completely rescinding its rule regarding the impact of medication on evaluation ratings for service-connected disabiliti

Americans have been dumping valuable stuff into the ocean since before the United States became an independent country. Whether it was done as a prote

A week after the Department of Veterans Affairs published an interim final rule that would have lowered disability compensation for millions of milita

As debate continues about when and whether to expand the College Football Playoff, the Army-Navy game remains an important part of that discussion.

Here’s what we know: Amazon has greenlit what is being called “Bond 26,” the next film in the 007 franchise with “Dune” direct

The Department of Veterans Affairs is formally rescinding a rule that would have impacted how the agency evaluates disability benefits, after a week o

A regulation that would have required Veterans Affairs medical examiners to include the effects of medication in assigning disability ratings is expec

A regulation that would have required Veterans Affairs medical examiners to include the effects of medication in assigning disability ratings is expec

A regulation that would have required Veterans Affairs medical examiners to include the effects of medication in assigning disability ratings is expec

A regulation that would have required Veterans Affairs medical examiners to include the effects of medication in assigning disability ratings is expec

A regulation that would have required Veterans Affairs medical examiners to include the effects of medication in assigning disability ratings is expec

“TelePain led me from silently struggling to shared healing.” For years after leaving the service, Marine Corps Veteran William Anthony Zullo’s body h
The VA Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center is currently looking to recruit 126 Veterans nationwide by October 2026 for a telehealth physi

DAV Community Impact Day A nationwide movement is underway to show veterans how much they matter. When you pledge your time at communityimpactday.

Therapy looks different for everyone, especially for individual veterans. For some, PTSD treatment means therapy offices, fluorescent lighting, medica


For those who may not be familiar with this bit of history, Jane Fonda is a star of stage and screen whose illustrious career began in 1960.

The day began ominously. It was Friday the 13th when the airmen of the 451st Bomb Group of the 15th Air Force based in Castelluccio, Italy, gathered i

The day began ominously. It was Friday the 13th when the airmen of the 451st Bomb Group of the 15th Air Force based in Castelluccio, Italy, gathered i

The day began ominously. It was Friday the 13th when the airmen of the 451st Bomb Group of the 15th Air Force based in Castelluccio, Italy, gathered i

The day began ominously. It was Friday the 13th when the airmen of the 451st Bomb Group of the 15th Air Force based in Castelluccio, Italy, gathered i

The day began ominously. It was Friday the 13th when the airmen of the 451st Bomb Group of the 15th Air Force based in Castelluccio, Italy, gathered i

The Pentagon has published criteria for barracks and other unaccompanied housing that require all the military services to meet the same standards for

Douglas Hegdahl walked freely around the infamous “Hanoi Hilton” prison camp, one of many American prisoners of war held there in 1967.

DAV proudly congratulates retired Navy Capt. Royce Williams for his extraordinary courage and sacrifice, which has now been recognized with our nation

After the Japanese captured U.S. Army Pvt. Joseph “Jose” Quintero in 1942, he began plotting his revenge. Being imprisoned was bad enough.
VA Immersive implements immersive technology across VA facilities Many people associate virtual reality (VR) headsets and augmented reality with gamin

Six pilots and crew from a New York National Guard helicopter unit made a pair of flights into an active firefight in 2023 to rescue a team of French

Many American men were trying to avoid serving the U.S. military in the 1960s and 1970s , but at least one American man was trying anything to get in—

World War II history is filled with an unending list of famous names, many of whom are the generals and flag officers who planned and led the war to i

For some Veterans, putting on the uniform is a single, defining chapter of their lives. But for Army Veteran Steven Jiggetts, military service is a fa

As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence, Americans are called not only to celebrate the founding of the nation, but

President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to two pilots on Tuesday: Army Chief Warrant Officer 5 Eric Slover, who was wounded while flying a h

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Chief Warrant Officer Eric Slover already proved his mettle in the skies over Afghanistan , receiving the Distinguished Flying Cross for actions durin

George Retes was heading to his job as a security officer in Ventura County, California, last year when he got caught up in an immigration raid near h

George Retes was heading to his job as a security officer in Ventura County, California, last year when he got caught up in an immigration raid near h

George Retes was heading to his job as a security officer in Ventura County, California, last year when he got caught up in an immigration raid near h

George Retes was heading to his job as a security officer in Ventura County, California, last year when he got caught up in an immigration raid near h

George Retes was heading to his job as a security officer in Ventura County, California, last year when he got caught up in an immigration raid near h

The Manhattan Project , America’s nuclear bomb program, was one of the most expensive research and development undertakings of World War II.
If you’re a registered nurse who loves variety, adventure and making a difference, the VA Travel Corps could be your next career move.

A political battle over legislation that safety advocates say would have prevented a deadly crash between a civilian passenger jet and an Army helicop

Veterans and lawmakers want the Department of Veterans Affairs to rescind a regulation published Feb. 17 that would have VA required medical examiners

Veterans and lawmakers want the Department of Veterans Affairs to rescind a regulation published Feb. 17 that would have VA required medical examiners

Veterans and lawmakers want the Department of Veterans Affairs to rescind a regulation published Feb. 17 that would have VA required medical examiners

Veterans and lawmakers want the Department of Veterans Affairs to rescind a regulation published Feb. 17 that would have VA required medical examiners

Veterans and lawmakers want the Department of Veterans Affairs to rescind a regulation published Feb. 17 that would have VA required medical examiners

In what is perhaps the greatest example of “fake it ’til you make it,” a third-generation Navy veteran decided to put America’

The Vietnam War involved all manner of fighters, the quality of which varied on both sides. The communists ranged from local Viet Cong guerrillas to p

The Vietnam War involved all manner of fighters, the quality of which varied on both sides. The communists ranged from local Viet Cong guerrillas to p

The Vietnam War involved all manner of fighters, the quality of which varied on both sides. The communists ranged from local Viet Cong guerrillas to p

The Vietnam War involved all manner of fighters, the quality of which varied on both sides. The communists ranged from local Viet Cong guerrillas to p

The Vietnam War involved all manner of fighters, the quality of which varied on both sides. The communists ranged from local Viet Cong guerrillas to p

Ah, Korea: the one place in the world that the United States can’t lose. Or win. Or ignore. For the last 70-plus years, North Korea and America have b

Theodore Roosevelt led the Rough Riders up San Juan Hill , survived an assassination attempt, and almost died while exploring the Amazon. Roosevelt di

Hundreds of National Guard service members from several states along the East Coast are responding to the “bomb cyclone” winter storm that dumped reco
Researchers consult Veterans Over the last 20 years, there has been a cultural shift in health care research. More researchers are engaging more with

American forces fought for three weeks during the bloody and costly Meuse-Argonne Offensive . They suffered 100,000 casualties to reach the objectives

Teaching World War II effectively means resisting the temptation to begin with explosions, battles, and December 7, 1941. For my U.S.

On Nov. 20, 2025, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced a final rule extending the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (P



“I want you to remember that no bastard ever won a war by dying for his country. He won it by making the other poor dumb bastard die for his cou
This month we think about heart health and the small daily choices we make to protect it. February is also a month we often associate with chocolate.

At first, U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kenneth Rice did not know what to make of the bright orange and green flash. A block away from where an atomic bomb d

A top Department of Veterans Affairs official said the VA has no plans to implement a new rule that veterans advocates fiercely resisted when it was a

Four military working dogs died over a three-year period at bases across the country because they were housed in aging kennels that were not kept in g

On June 6, 1944, over 160,000 Allied troops were sent across the English Channel onto the beaches of Normandy, France, marking the assault on Western

On June 6, 1944, over 160,000 Allied troops were sent across the English Channel onto the beaches of Normandy, France, marking the assault on Western

On June 6, 1944, over 160,000 Allied troops were sent across the English Channel onto the beaches of Normandy, France, marking the assault on Western

On June 6, 1944, over 160,000 Allied troops were sent across the English Channel onto the beaches of Normandy, France, marking the assault on Western

On June 6, 1944, over 160,000 Allied troops were sent across the English Channel onto the beaches of Normandy, France, marking the assault on Western

In 1862, the Union Army was in striking distance of Richmond, the Confederate capital. The Union commander hoped to wrap up the entire war with just a


How much can $100 million in gold buy? A year after World War II ended, President Harry Truman’s administration thought that was a fair price to purch
A Whole Health approach grows into daily routines for homebound Veterans Every morning, George Washington Brown checks on his garden, something that d
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Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Didn’t Darth Vader have a lightsaber, and was that a Magnum P.I. reference?” Yes and yes .

When joining the military, you either become an enlisted service member or a commissioned officer. There are also Warrant Officers, but you rarely see

The commander of the Navy destroyer USS Truxtun was removed from the ship on Sunday, “due to a loss of confidence” in his ability to command, followin

Soldiers from across the Army raced quadcopters, tried out new inventions and tested out offensive drone tactics in the first Best Drone Warfighter Co
Every second counts when it comes to clinical readiness Last October, the stands at the Everglades Softball Complex in Florida were filled with the ty

An airman at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base is accused of defrauding the Department of Defense of millions of dollars, in an allegedly years-long scheme

With polar temperatures dipping into the Southern U.S. every winter, many Americans are finding a newfound respect for their usual temperate climate.

Military life is built on structure. Ranks, missions, and expectations are all part of the culture. That structure does more than organize a career; i
Every step of the way A loving smile, financial management and assistance with daily living. These are just a few of the ways the caregivers who dutif

What do you do before ordering hundreds of thousands of men into an invasion of Europe? What kind of pressure does that put on a leader?

In 2026, I returned to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island not as a recruit, but as an educator participating in the U.S. Marine Corps Educators

As the national conversation swirls around Pete Hegseth’s challenge of women in combat, it may be hard to imagine a similar situation more than a half

The Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps is asking his fellow Marines for help. He wants them to ask for help. Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps Carlos Ruiz
Every recruitment event brings thoughtful questions from job seekers eager to learn how to make the most of their application to the Department of Vet

Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben did not arrive in America as a conqueror or a celebrated general with armies at his command.

You don’t get to be a person of Teddy Roosevelt’s stature in history by being lazy. The president who could barely breathe as a youngster

When Air Force E-3 Sentry aircraft arrived in the Middle East this week , it marked the latest chapter in a nearly 50-year flying history for the vene

The Army will soon have senior warrant officers bid against each other in an eBay-style auction for retention bonuses and six-year service commitments

For nearly 20 years, sailors have been wearing PT gear that features a distinctive gold shirt, but now the sun is setting on the Navy’s original physi

The Heckler & Koch HK416 is a short-stroke, external piston assault rifle (yes, that’s a real word) famed for its durability and reliability.

The true theater of modern conflict isn’t found in the charred husks of Soviet-era tanks that litter Ukrainian landscapes, or the sleek, cold li
Managing one’s health is a full-time commitment for any Veteran beginning a weight-management journey. The dietitians at the Ralph H.

A soldier who risked his life to protect hundreds of Jewish-American prisoners of war during World War II will posthumously receive the Medal of Honor
VA’s National Cemetery Administration (NCA) earned the highest customer satisfaction score ever achieved by any public or private organization m
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting research findings on skin cancer linked to Agent Orange expo

Benedict Arnold occupies a singular place in American history. His name has become permanently linked with treason, yet that association conceals the


In December 1940, as snow dusted city streets and America prepared for another uneasy holiday season, a comic book quietly appeared on newsstands that

An unprecedented flood of outrage from veterans groups, lawmakers, and individual veterans led the Department of Veterans Affairs to reverse course Th

After more than 80 years — and a decade after he was recognized by Yad Vashem as one of the “Righteous Among the Nations” — Roddie Edmonds will posthu

After more than 80 years — and a decade after he was recognized by Yad Vashem as one of the “Righteous Among the Nations” — Roddie Edmonds will posthu

After more than 80 years — and a decade after he was recognized by Yad Vashem as one of the “Righteous Among the Nations” — Roddie Edmonds will posthu

After more than 80 years — and a decade after he was recognized by Yad Vashem as one of the “Righteous Among the Nations” — Roddie Edmonds will posthu

After more than 80 years — and a decade after he was recognized by Yad Vashem as one of the “Righteous Among the Nations” — Roddie Edmonds will posthu


On Saturday, Air Force Maj. Johnny Cruz Buckingham plans to set a new world record for sand skiing by swooshing down a sand dune in Peru at 76 miles p

The Department of Veterans Affairs has retreated from enforcing a controversial regulation it rolled out Tuesday that required medical examiners to fa

The Department of Veterans Affairs has retreated from enforcing a controversial regulation it rolled out Tuesday that required medical examiners to fa

The Department of Veterans Affairs has retreated from enforcing a controversial regulation it rolled out Tuesday that required medical examiners to fa

The Department of Veterans Affairs has retreated from enforcing a controversial regulation it rolled out Tuesday that required medical examiners to fa

The Department of Veterans Affairs has retreated from enforcing a controversial regulation it rolled out Tuesday that required medical examiners to fa
VA and the Veterans Day National Committee (VDNC) invite cities, towns and non-profit organizations that wish to host local Veterans Day Observances t

The Department of Veterans Affairs has reversed course on a controversial new rule that could lower veterans’ disability ratings if medications or tre

DAV applauds Secretary Collins’ decision to halt the implementation of VA’s rule regarding the impact of medication on evaluation ratings for service-

Okay, Curtis LeMay wasn’t a judo champion in the sense that he was winning awards for tossing people around. He did, however, popularize the martial a

A Vietnam veteran who has appealed his Department of Veterans Affairs disability rating has asked the courts to review a VA rule published Tuesday tha

A Vietnam veteran who has appealed his Department of Veterans Affairs disability rating has asked the courts to review a VA rule published Tuesday tha

A Vietnam veteran who has appealed his Department of Veterans Affairs disability rating has asked the courts to review a VA rule published Tuesday tha

A Vietnam veteran who has appealed his Department of Veterans Affairs disability rating has asked the courts to review a VA rule published Tuesday tha

A Vietnam veteran who has appealed his Department of Veterans Affairs disability rating has asked the courts to review a VA rule published Tuesday tha

Early in his second presidential term, George Washington led troops during the Whiskey Rebellion . Harry Truman was the only U.S. president to see com


When troops don’t show up for work, commanders should quickly presume that they are “potentially in danger,” a federal watchdog said, afte
After years in uniform, Charles Bazier found himself standing at a familiar point many Veterans know too well: the moment after service when the missi
VA recently released the National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report , which analyzes Veteran suicide from 2001 to 2023, the most recent year fo

It had been one week since roughly 60,000 service members rushed ashore the sulfurous outcropping that was Iwo Jima. Despite the island being barely 1

The Carl Gustaf recoilless rifle is a contradiction wrapped in an enigma, wrapped in titanium and carbon fiber. It is a 1940s solution to a 21st-centu

It had been one week since roughly 60,000 service members rushed ashore the sulfurous outcropping that was Iwo Jima. Despite the island being barely 1

It had been one week since roughly 60,000 service members rushed ashore the sulfurous outcropping that was Iwo Jima. Despite the island being barely 1

It had been one week since roughly 60,000 service members rushed ashore the sulfurous outcropping that was Iwo Jima. Despite the island being barely 1

It had been one week since roughly 60,000 service members rushed ashore the sulfurous outcropping that was Iwo Jima. Despite the island being barely 1

Join DAV’s community where gaming meets service. We’re harnessing the immense power of Twitch to connect with veterans and their families in new, dyna

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Roddie Edmonds never spoke about his time in a German prisoner of war camp. This week, his family learned he’ll soon receive the nation’s highest valo

Veterans and advocates are struggling to understand the ramifications of a new federal rule, under which the Department of Veterans Affairs will consi

Veterans Affairs medical examiners are now required to consider the effects of medication on a veteran’s health condition when assigning a disability

Veterans Affairs medical examiners are now required to consider the effects of medication on a veteran’s health condition when assigning a disability

Veterans Affairs medical examiners are now required to consider the effects of medication on a veteran’s health condition when assigning a disability

Veterans Affairs medical examiners are now required to consider the effects of medication on a veteran’s health condition when assigning a disability

The Department of Veterans Affairs has ended a practice that prevented veterans who can’t manage their finances from owning guns, a change officials s

The Department of Veterans Affairs has ended a practice that prevented veterans who can’t manage their finances from owning guns, a change officials s

The Department of Veterans Affairs has ended a practice that prevented veterans who can’t manage their finances from owning guns, a change officials s

The Department of Veterans Affairs has ended a practice that prevented veterans who can’t manage their finances from owning guns, a change officials s

The Department of Veterans Affairs has ended a practice that prevented veterans who can’t manage their finances from owning guns, a change officials s

ERLANGER, Ky. – DAV (Disabled American Veterans) is proud to announce a new partnership with Solace Health as its first new partner in 2026.

When the American Revolutionary War erupted in 1775, the conflict was not only a struggle for political independence but also a visible clash between
Join the Great American Spit Out and let VA help you stop chewing and dipping for good It’s often not easy to stop chewing or dipping. Tobacco is addi

Veterans will have their disability compensation evaluated based on whether their prescribed medication or treatment improves their illness or injury,
The Department of Veterans Affairs announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for disability compensation rates, effective December 1, 2025.
Starting this year, Veterans, service members and their surviving spouses can deduct VA funding fees on their taxes when purchasing a home using the V
VA has released a request for proposals for a new dental care administrator to operate the department’s next generation network of community care dent

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On Feb. 17, the Department of Veterans Affairs published an interim final rule that changes one deceptively simple question at the heart of disability
Take your career to the next level this winter by joining the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). We’re spotlighting some of our most in-demand roles


DAV is extremely disappointed and alarmed by VA’s decision to issue an Interim Final Rule today that could potentially reduce disability compensation

A father of three Marines who faced deportation last year is, for now, clear of federal efforts to expel him from the United States after a federal im

The Nazis drove Abraham Wald , a Jewish mathematician, out of Romania and Europe. He emigrated to the United States, where he would serve in the Stati

LOS ANGELES — Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor of matchless versatility and dedication whose classic roles included the intrepid consigliere of

LOS ANGELES — Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor of matchless versatility and dedication whose classic roles included the intrepid consigliere of

LOS ANGELES — Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor of matchless versatility and dedication whose classic roles included the intrepid consigliere of

LOS ANGELES — Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor of matchless versatility and dedication whose classic roles included the intrepid consigliere of

LOS ANGELES — Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor of matchless versatility and dedication whose classic roles included the intrepid consigliere of

Little is known of Wilhelm Smith’s background , save that he was born on April 10, 1870, in a German Empire that would formally unite in the following

Little is known of Wilhelm Smith’s background , save that he was born on April 10, 1870, in a German Empire that would formally unite in the following

Starting an estate plan is a responsible New Year’s resolution that provides peace of mind and protects you and your loved ones.

Big Spring honors the remarkable life of Navy Veteran JL Stevens Navy Veteran and Centenarian JL Stevens provides remarks to a gathering of more than

Jason Leisey served nine years as an infantryman and received a Purple Heart after he was severely injured by a car bomb in Iraq.
VA recently announced a new regulation that will lead to faster decisions and quicker payments for certain types of survivors’ claims.

The Army is one step closer to turning the AH-64 Apache helicopter into a drone hunting tool. Soldiers recently carried out live-fire tests of a new e

If you listen closely to the sounds coming from the Donbas on this frigid Winter day, you won’t just hear the whistle of incoming 152mm shells or the

If there’s one firm fact about military service, it is that you will eventually get out. Whether you retire or simply leave after a certain amou
I often carry my stress in my shoulders and upper back. Colder weather and sitting in front of a computer for many hours a day certainly doesn’t

Roughly 100 American troops arrived in Nigeria today to help train and support the country’s military, a U.S. official confirmed to Task & Purpose.

Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor whose own service and military upbringing informed a lifetime of tough, believable performances, died Sunday ev


In a recent blog post , Dale Dye recalled standing at a base exchange in San Antonio, chatting with a young airman who’s been in for three years. The
Linking Veterans and families to benefits, covered services and VA resources VA recently reached a major milestone as it welcomed its one-millionth be

As the United States marks Presidents Day ahead of its 250th anniversary, Americans are invited to reflect on the individuals who carried the weight o
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Sitting at a beachside bar, Jeff Evans looked out into the waters of the South China Sea and wondered if his dad and uncle had ever shared a beer at t

All items to Veterans in need During the season of giving, the patrons of Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) did their part and collected more than 7,000

Space Force wants to double the number of guardians in its ranks, and is making progress on that, having already beat its recruitment goals for this f

Every year in the United States, the U.S. Congress is tasked with creating a federal budget for the next fiscal year. The budget is created in the Hou

American forces hit dozens of Islamic State positions and storage sites over the last 10 days, U.S. Central Command said. CENTCOM reported that it car

We know what the cultural expectations of Valentine’s Day bring every year: the dinner reservations booked weeks in advance, the roses and chocolates

Roses are red, you’re a nice guy, but the baddie who likes you, is probably a spy. At least, that’s what the Army is saying this Valentine

Military marriages are forged under pressure, but intimacy is often the first casualty no one talks about. We all have seen the “be all you can be” he

The Navy’s largest aircraft carrier is heading to the Middle East. The USS Gerald R. Ford will join the USS Abraham Lincoln and other forces already i

When Operation Desert Storm ended in 1991, it blew the Soviet Union’s collective mind—and Moscow’s hangover has never ended.
A home cooked meal with a rich, chocolatey dessert Valentine’s Day brings thoughts of love, happy endings and chocolate. It’s easy to find greeting ca

1066 was a tough year for Harold Godwinson, also known as Harold II, the last Anglo-Saxon king of England. Less than two years into his reign, two sep

For 15 hours beginning on the night of Feb. 13, 1945, the historic city of Dresden, celebrated as the “ German Florence ” was battered by Allied warpl

For 15 hours beginning on the night of Feb. 13, 1945, the historic city of Dresden, celebrated as the “ German Florence ” was battered by Allied warpl

For 15 hours beginning on the night of Feb. 13, 1945, the historic city of Dresden, celebrated as the “ German Florence ” was battered by Allied warpl

For 15 hours beginning on the night of Feb. 13, 1945, the historic city of Dresden, celebrated as the “ German Florence ” was battered by Allied warpl

For 15 hours beginning on the night of Feb. 13, 1945, the historic city of Dresden, celebrated as the “ German Florence ” was battered by Allied warpl
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Lead Intermediate Care Technician (ICT) Evan Messegee knows firsthand that when employees feel valued and supporte

The unemployment rate for all veterans bumped up to 4.5% in January from 3.8% in December, while the post-9/11 generation of veterans saw their jobles

The unemployment rate for all veterans bumped up to 4.5% in January from 3.8% in December, while the post-9/11 generation of veterans saw their jobles

The unemployment rate for all veterans bumped up to 4.5% in January from 3.8% in December, while the post-9/11 generation of veterans saw their jobles

The unemployment rate for all veterans bumped up to 4.5% in January from 3.8% in December, while the post-9/11 generation of veterans saw their jobles

The unemployment rate for all veterans bumped up to 4.5% in January from 3.8% in December, while the post-9/11 generation of veterans saw their jobles

The Marines have decided to stick with the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle instead of switching to the Army’s M7 Next Generation Squad Weapon rifle , a M

The commander of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mason was relieved of duty today, Naval Surface Force Atlantic announced. Capt.

If you thought the most dangerous parts of “Top Gun: Maverick” were the MiGs, just wait until you meet the lawyers. Whilst we wait for updates on the

After pulling off a major open-ocean rescue hundreds of miles off the coast of Mexico’s Baja California, two U.S. Air Force helicopters landed at a Me

In January 2026, neuroscientist Jared Cooney Horvath testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Slow is smooth and smooth is fast. That military mantra couldn’t be truer when filing claims through the Department of Veterans Affairs.

There’s a scene in “It’s a Wonderful Life” where George Bailey sits in a bar. He’s struggling, at the end of his rope. He prays for help and begins cr

For those who are romantically inclined to celebrate Valentine’s Day this weekend, skip the tired “Be Mine” cards and really woo your significant othe

For those who are romantically inclined to celebrate Valentine’s Day this weekend, skip the tired “Be Mine” cards and really woo your significant othe

For those who are romantically inclined to celebrate Valentine’s Day this weekend, skip the tired “Be Mine” cards and really woo your significant othe

For those who are romantically inclined to celebrate Valentine’s Day this weekend, skip the tired “Be Mine” cards and really woo your significant othe

For those who are romantically inclined to celebrate Valentine’s Day this weekend, skip the tired “Be Mine” cards and really woo your significant othe
Fitness goals When Ben Shortreed lost his hand in a fireworks accident, his life changed dramatically. During an impromptu outdoor party, the firework

The Marine Corps is steadily growing its arsenal of long-range weapons with a Pacific fight in mind. On Jan. 30, the service selected a “launched effe

The People’s Liberation Army Navy might have a ridiculous name, but it’s starting get some serious weaponry. A Chinese Shenyang J-15 “Flyi
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting research findings on improving cancer care, a robotic wheelc

Vladimir Putin likes to talk a lot of smack when demonstrating Russia’s new weapons. But Western analysts face a familiar dilemma every time: We

On June 12, 1944, Joseph “Jerry” Brenner was training at Camp Forest in Tennessee, preparing to deploy to Europe with the U.S.

As the United States approaches the celebration of its 250th anniversary, the nation is called not only to commemorate its founding but to reflect dee

On June 12, 1944, Joseph “Jerry” Brenner was training at Camp Forest in Tennessee, preparing to deploy to Europe with the U.S.

On June 12, 1944, Joseph “Jerry” Brenner was training at Camp Forest in Tennessee, preparing to deploy to Europe with the U.S.

On June 12, 1944, Joseph “Jerry” Brenner was training at Camp Forest in Tennessee, preparing to deploy to Europe with the U.S.

On June 12, 1944, Joseph “Jerry” Brenner was training at Camp Forest in Tennessee, preparing to deploy to Europe with the U.S.

As private contractors have taken over the management of military housing on many bases, military families have long reported being asked to sign non-

War has a way of changing the lives of its participants. Sometimes, it puts the main actor through a moment of decision that leads to an extraordinary

War has a way of changing the lives of its participants. Sometimes, it puts the main actor through a moment of decision that leads to an extraordinary

War has a way of changing the lives of its participants. Sometimes, it puts the main actor through a moment of decision that leads to an extraordinary

War has a way of changing the lives of its participants. Sometimes, it puts the main actor through a moment of decision that leads to an extraordinary

War has a way of changing the lives of its participants. Sometimes, it puts the main actor through a moment of decision that leads to an extraordinary

The top enlisted leaders for each of the military branches — all of whom are men — said they have no issue with women in combat roles meeting the same

AI is coming for the boring parts of white-collar work, and a new report from Redeployable, developed in partnership with Hire Heroes USA, basically s

If you watch Sean Connery or George Lazenby’s portrayal of James Bond in movies, you’ll notice that they hold handguns one-handed, often firing from t
How thinking about “the end” helps us build a stronger, more effective homelessness response system Even if we could instantly provide housing for eve

Ladies and gentlemen, buckle up and prepare for takeoff into the adrenaline-fueled world of one of cinema’s most iconic action films.

You would think it’s easy to keep people from wandering across barren stretches of wasteland littered with unexploded ordnance, but apparently that’s

During the 1950s, mushroom clouds regularly rose on the horizon of the blistering Nevada desert, visible from hotel rooftops and cocktail lounges in L

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Basic training, which often involves getting yelled at and having your head shaved, is typically not a fun experience for military recruits. But now g

Every Southern California neighborhood takes on a certain kind of look after a wildfire. The mountains still sit there as if nothing happened, the sky

A planned restructuring of the Veterans Health Administration will cost an estimated $312 million over five years and require an initial investment of

A planned restructuring of the Veterans Health Administration will cost an estimated $312 million over five years and require an initial investment of

A planned restructuring of the Veterans Health Administration will cost an estimated $312 million over five years and require an initial investment of

A planned restructuring of the Veterans Health Administration will cost an estimated $312 million over five years and require an initial investment of

Marine Corps officials said they are implementing five major changes across its fleet of MV-22 Osprey aircraft, including major overhauls of its trans


When “Major Payne” hit theaters in 1995, it arrived disguised as a broad military comedy, led by Damon Wayans at the height of his pop-cul

The Navy has been heavily involved in combat operations in recent years, including two lengthy campaigns against Houthi rebels in Yemen, during which

Everyone who served in the military is familiar with the U.S. Army’s most elite forces: the Rangers, Green Berets, and even Delta Force.

In “Top Gun,” Maverick’s dad was (spoiler alert) shot down after engaging a numerically superior enemy force and, in doing so, saved the l
Navy Veteran’s century-long journey celebrated at Trinka Davis Veterans Village Nearly 100 family, friends and fellow residents gathered on Jan.
Throughout Black History Month (BHM), the Center for Minority Veterans (CMV) is honored to highlight the stories of Black Veterans whose commitment to

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The heads of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Patrol on Tuesday declined to comment on the January killings of Minneapolis p

The heads of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Patrol on Tuesday declined to comment on the January killings of Minneapolis p

The heads of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Patrol on Tuesday declined to comment on the January killings of Minneapolis p

The heads of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Patrol on Tuesday declined to comment on the January killings of Minneapolis p

The heads of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Patrol on Tuesday declined to comment on the January killings of Minneapolis p


For all military-connected creators tired of building in isolation, Military Creator Con wants to be the place where your ideas get real friends, real
If you’re interested in using science and technology to perform diagnostic testing while serving the Veteran community, a career as a clinical laborat

Airborne troops are extremely vulnerable when they are descending in their parachutes. To compensate, their intense combat training is designed to tak

Airborne troops are extremely vulnerable when they are descending in their parachutes. To compensate, their intense combat training is designed to tak

Airborne troops are extremely vulnerable when they are descending in their parachutes. To compensate, their intense combat training is designed to tak

Airborne troops are extremely vulnerable when they are descending in their parachutes. To compensate, their intense combat training is designed to tak

Airborne troops are extremely vulnerable when they are descending in their parachutes. To compensate, their intense combat training is designed to tak

There’s a particular kind of panic — a heart-stopping, cold-sweat-inducing fear followed by an endless barrage of expletives — that occurs when

William Bolden William Bolden was caught in a firefight with Chinese soldiers when the ice beneath his boots began to crack. Carrying two canisters of

The Navy is buying 5,000 helmets that are designed to fit more comfortably on aviators’ heads and reduce the strain on their necks and backs, service

You may know absolutely nothing about metal manufacturing, working in a foundry, or what a forging shop does, but if you enjoy the benefits of tools,
As a First Impressions volunteer Donna Majeskie has a story of compassion that blossomed from the daily struggles she and her mother faced while carin
VA Native American Direct Loan staff Casandra Kelting and Justin Stephenson recently traveled to the southernmost inlets of the Salish Sea in Washingt

Top veterans service organizations urge Congress to fully budget for veterans’ needs WASHINGTON —DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and the Veterans of

The military keeps trying to get rid of both of them, but the A-10 Thunderbolt II and the Littoral Combat Ship keep finding ways to stick around — par

Picture a firing range where the goal is not just to hit the target, but to hit it faster, calmer, and with less overthinking. Now picture someone pit

Military and veteran caregivers tend to the needs of a loved one who has limitations due to illness, injury or disability sustained during their servi
Our bodies and brains aren’t optimized for life in the modern world. Our eyes, necks and brains are strained by computer screens, smart phones,

Veterans may get more access to a medication for reversing opioid overdoses if a new bill becomes law. Currently, veterans can get naloxone for free w

The Army will open a new dining hall at one of its largest bases later this month, which the service has closely modeled off cafeterias on college cam

In the long history of the United States Marine Corps, certain names carry a gravity that transcends rank, time, and even official recognition. Among

Nearly two decades ago the United States and Japan signed an initiative to reduce the number of Marines in Okinawa. Now experts with the Atlantic Coun

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Editor’s note: This piece was originally published in DAV Magazine, a publication of the congressionally chartered national nonprofit DAV (Disabled Am

Editor’s note: This piece was originally published in DAV Magazine, a publication of the congressionally chartered national nonprofit DAV (Disabled Am

Editor’s note: This piece was originally published in DAV Magazine, a publication of the congressionally chartered national nonprofit DAV (Disabled Am

Editor’s note: This piece was originally published in DAV Magazine, a publication of the congressionally chartered national nonprofit DAV (Disabled Am
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VA has options for you Esketamine, a novel and mental health treatment therapy, is being used across VA for Veterans with treatment-resistant depressi
Here’s your chance to showcase your creativity and honor America’s Veterans through art. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Veterans Day

The Coast Guard has been busy in recent months, carrying out several major drug seizures in the waters near the U.S.-Mexico border.

When “ Arc Raiders ” launched in October 2025, it did something most military-centric games don’t dare: it made avoiding combat just

The 2026 Winter Olympics are now underway in Italy, with more than 230 Americans on Team USA. And a sizeable number of those athletes and coaches are
For many Veterans, the transition to civilian life can be filled with challenges, especially when traditional therapies fall short.

It’s a well-known fact that the streets of Heaven are guarded by United States Marines, but it’s less well-known that the Marine Corps went on t

Honoring heroes through volunteerism From Feb. 8-14, 2026, VA invites everyone to honor hospitalized Veterans at VA medical centers across the country

The U.S. Army quietly stood up a new rotational force in the Philippines as part of a “shift” in its expanding cooperation with partners in the wester

They say never meet your hero. The warning exists for a reason. Legends are often larger than life, and reality has a way of chipping away at the imag

As NASA’s Artemis II, the first crewed mission to orbit the moon in over 50 years, prepares for a possible February 2026 launch, its journey reflects

The number of veterans who committed suicide decreased in 2023 compared to 2022, but only slightly, the Department of Veterans Affairs said this week.
Be a hero in your community With the new year, you and your loved ones can make a difference by pledging to donate blood. It’s a simple act that

The two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C. in November will receive the Purple Heart, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced on Frid

As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, the story of American independence invites more than commemoration. It demands refle
Veterans bring unmatched experience, leadership and dedication to the workforce. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is proud to be one of the lar

Crew members of the destroyer USS Arleigh Burke, which shot down missiles launched against Israel in 2024 and 2025 , have been awarded the Armed Force

Editor’s note: This report contains discussion of suicide. Troops, veterans and family members experiencing suicidal thoughts can call the 24-hour Sui

Editor’s note: This report contains discussion of suicide. Troops, veterans and family members experiencing suicidal thoughts can call the 24-hour Sui

Editor’s note: This report contains discussion of suicide. Troops, veterans and family members experiencing suicidal thoughts can call the 24-hour Sui

Editor’s note: This report contains discussion of suicide. Troops, veterans and family members experiencing suicidal thoughts can call the 24-hour Sui

Editor’s note: This report contains discussion of suicide. Troops, veterans and family members experiencing suicidal thoughts can call the 24-hour Sui

The Air Force is cracking down on smart glasses, banning them in its latest uniform regulation because of concerns over operational security.

WHY MONTHLY SUPPORT MATTERS For many veterans, challenges don’t end when their service does. Navigating health care, securing earned benefits and adju

Know your numbers for heart health February is American Heart Month, a time to focus on heart health. Heart disease and stroke affects women of all ag

A unit with the Nevada Air National Guard completed a series of literal around-the-world missions in 2025, with crews completing airlift missions that
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting research findings on the genetics behind schizophrenia, burn

If you ask a civilian to picture the history of American warfare , they’ll imagine the greatest hits. It’s a highlight reel of bravery and intestinal

Henry Knox was born in Boston in 1750, a port city already simmering with political tension long before the first shots of the American Revolution wer

Editor’s note: This article first appeared on The War Horse , an award-winning nonprofit news organization educating the public on military service. S

Editor’s note: This article first appeared on The War Horse , an award-winning nonprofit news organization educating the public on military service. S

Editor’s note: This article first appeared on The War Horse , an award-winning nonprofit news organization educating the public on military service. S

Editor’s note: This article first appeared on The War Horse , an award-winning nonprofit news organization educating the public on military service. S

For more than 150 years, the Battle of the Little Bighorn has been one of the most written about subjects in American history. Was it because Lt. Col.

A sweeping new review of nearly 30 years of gun policy research finds a small number of firearm laws consistently show measurable effects on deaths an

Naval aviator Capt. Royce Williams , 100, is set to be awarded the Medal of Honor for his 1952 actions during the Korean War, Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Cal

Naval aviator Capt. Royce Williams , 100, is set to be awarded the Medal of Honor for his 1952 actions during the Korean War, Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Cal

Naval aviator Capt. Royce Williams , 100, is set to be awarded the Medal of Honor for his 1952 actions during the Korean War, Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Cal

Naval aviator Capt. Royce Williams , 100, is set to be awarded the Medal of Honor for his 1952 actions during the Korean War, Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Cal

Naval aviator Capt. Royce Williams , 100, is set to be awarded the Medal of Honor for his 1952 actions during the Korean War, Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Cal

Legendary Navy pilot Royce Williams , who downed four Soviet MiG fighters during the Korean War, will finally receive the Medal of Honor, a White Hous

A burial at sea may seem like an antiquated practice, but it’s the funeral of choice for many of our nation’s sailors.

The United States military seems to attract some of the best our country has to offer. Perhaps not always the brightest, but when the stakes are high,

Big or small can lead to positive growth Recognizing the stigma that often surrounds substance use and mental health, VA is committed to removing barr

U.S. troops have long been based in Greenland, a self-autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark that is strategically located between North A

Three Air Force pilots who shot down Iranian drones aimed at Israel in 2024 were awarded the military’s highest flying honor this week.
As a Veteran or service member, your VA home loan is one of the most powerful benefits you’ve earned. If you have a VA home loan, you have probably re

A military contract is a valuable win for a firearms manufacturer. Aside from receiving taxpayer dollars, a company can market its product as the mili

I am truly honored to accept the role of national legislative director, furthering my life’s dedication to serving veterans and their families.

Army Staff Sgt. Michael H. Ollis, a New York City native who was killed in Afghanistan in 2013 after stepping between a suicide bomber and a Polish of

Service members sickened by hazardous exposures at the Pentagon on 9/11, as well as some exposed to radiation while serving — without related document

Service members sickened by hazardous exposures at the Pentagon on 9/11, as well as some exposed to radiation while serving — without related document

Service members sickened by hazardous exposures at the Pentagon on 9/11, as well as some exposed to radiation while serving — without related document

Service members sickened by hazardous exposures at the Pentagon on 9/11, as well as some exposed to radiation while serving — without related document

Service members sickened by hazardous exposures at the Pentagon on 9/11, as well as some exposed to radiation while serving — without related document

In military terms, there is a distinct difference between a training scar and any old ineffective decision. This story from Toulouse, France, on Jan.

The Army is revamping how it hands out reenlistment bonuses, adding extra dollars for those with top scores in PT tests and job performance.

Marines, whose primary, universal purpose is to kill, reserve an ungrudging respect for “Doc,” eschewing weapons but ever ready to sacrifice his own l

Marines, whose primary, universal purpose is to kill, reserve an ungrudging respect for “Doc,” eschewing weapons but ever ready to sacrifice his own l

Marines, whose primary, universal purpose is to kill, reserve an ungrudging respect for “Doc,” eschewing weapons but ever ready to sacrifice his own l

Marines, whose primary, universal purpose is to kill, reserve an ungrudging respect for “Doc,” eschewing weapons but ever ready to sacrifice his own l

Marines, whose primary, universal purpose is to kill, reserve an ungrudging respect for “Doc,” eschewing weapons but ever ready to sacrifice his own l

A soldier who gave his life shielding a Polish officer from a suicide bomber in Afghanistan will be posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor, his paren

An Air Force Veteran prepares for a marathon in Greece while continuing his recovery from a spinal cord injury Air Force Veteran Auston Duncan is trai
Some stories don’t just show us what service looks like, they show us what endurance looks like, too. Take this month’s “From Uniform to Unforge

We never get tired of learning the names that soldiers pick for their tanks, and a recent set of monickers on several M1A2 Abrams training in Poland t

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In the last century, only one American-flagged ship has been seized by mutineers. It wasn’t a Navy warship, but a merchant vessel laden with 3,5

Kenneth Daniel Williams was falling from the sky. His B-17, “Aristrocrap,” had just been shot over Bremen, Germany. A bombardier in the 351st Bomb Gro

Kenneth Daniel Williams was falling from the sky. His B-17, “Aristrocrap,” had just been shot over Bremen, Germany. A bombardier in the 351st Bomb Gro

Kenneth Daniel Williams was falling from the sky. His B-17, “Aristrocrap,” had just been shot over Bremen, Germany. A bombardier in the 351st Bomb Gro

Kenneth Daniel Williams was falling from the sky. His B-17, “Aristrocrap,” had just been shot over Bremen, Germany. A bombardier in the 351st Bomb Gro

Kenneth Daniel Williams was falling from the sky. His B-17, “Aristrocrap,” had just been shot over Bremen, Germany. A bombardier in the 351st Bomb Gro
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is leading the nation in transforming mental health care for America’s Veterans and we’re looking for passiona

An Army unit that deployed to the Middle East at the height of 2023 drone attacks on U.S. forces is headed back to the region, Army officials said thi

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe wears a physical reminder of why he chose to make the service his career. Fastened inside his service c

A team of maritime and naval conservation organizations are on a mission to save the last viable U.S. Navy Douglas TBD-1 Devastator torpedo bomber.

The Army is loosening its grip on recruiting waivers for mental health and misconduct, putting those decisions in the hands of the commanders who over

For three decades, the official word on Gulf War Illness (GWI) was a collective shrug from the Department of Defense. When you came home from Kuwait o
New research study uncovers gene for heart muscle disease Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States—and that
With support and purpose from the U.S. Small Business Administration Army Veteran Dean Wegner launched Authentically American® in 2017 to revive Ameri

More than a week after federal immigration agents killed a Veterans Affairs nurse in Minneapolis, a staffer at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center says

If you spend enough time around military hospitals, you develop a healthy cynicism for the word “breakthrough.” Every year, the Pentagon p

The Social Security Administration announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026. The increase, which is 0.3% higher than the previous ye

The American Civil War wasn’t just blue versus gray, or “brother against brother.” It was a four–year gunfight, knife fight, and sometimes fistfight o

Anyone who follows “Terminal Lance” on Instagram can tell you that Marines should never be left unsupervised. The trouble they can get int
As a Health Coach, I know what is most important to clients by simply looking at their calendars. Appointments, kids’ activities, church functions—the

The Department of Veterans Affairs will have a new chief of staff beginning mid-February following the departure of Chris Syrek, who has served in the

The Department of Veterans Affairs will have a new chief of staff beginning mid-February following the departure of Chris Syrek, who has served in the

The Department of Veterans Affairs will have a new chief of staff beginning mid-February following the departure of Chris Syrek, who has served in the

The Department of Veterans Affairs will have a new chief of staff beginning mid-February following the departure of Chris Syrek, who has served in the

The Department of Veterans Affairs will have a new chief of staff beginning mid-February following the departure of Chris Syrek, who has served in the

A former Marine drill instructor who was sentenced to prison following the hazing death of a recruit at boot camp was released early and recently arre

The anonymous Englishman who managed to lodge a 2-inch-wide World War II anti-tank shell inside his rectum back in 2021 has been unseated.

The anonymous Englishman who managed to lodge a 2-inch-wide World War II anti-tank shell inside his rectum back in 2021 has been unseated.

The anonymous Englishman who managed to lodge a 2-inch-wide World War II anti-tank shell inside his rectum back in 2021 has been unseated.

The anonymous Englishman who managed to lodge a 2-inch-wide World War II anti-tank shell inside his rectum back in 2021 has been unseated.

The anonymous Englishman who managed to lodge a 2-inch-wide World War II anti-tank shell inside his rectum back in 2021 has been unseated.

Russia’s only aircraft carrier is the 55,000-ton behemoth Admiral Kuznetsov (full name “Admiral Flota Sovetskogo Soyuza Kuznetsov”),

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Orlando VA program uses tabletop gaming to build connection Veterans across the VA Healthcare System are finding connection, creativity and emotional

The Super Bowl monopolizes nine of the top 10 U.S. television broadcasts of all time. Regardless of whether they have a rooting interest, Americans tu

The Department of Veterans Affairs has ended nearly all abortions at VA facilities, returning to a pre-2022 policy that requires patients seeking the

The Department of Veterans Affairs has ended nearly all abortions at VA facilities, returning to a pre-2022 policy that requires patients seeking the

The Department of Veterans Affairs has ended nearly all abortions at VA facilities, returning to a pre-2022 policy that requires patients seeking the

The Department of Veterans Affairs has ended nearly all abortions at VA facilities, returning to a pre-2022 policy that requires patients seeking the

The Department of Veterans Affairs has ended nearly all abortions at VA facilities, returning to a pre-2022 policy that requires patients seeking the
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Six years after Space Force was established, the service officially activated its first component field command over North America. U.S. Space Forces

This past week the United States and Kenya broke ground on a major expansion of a key air base in the country used by the U.S. military for counterter
Simple steps to prevent heart disease and protect cardiovascular health February is American Heart Month, and a reminder to focus on cardiovascular he

The Air Force plans to conduct no-notice inspections of units to test their combat readiness, a senior Air Force official announced last week. Air For

During World War II, balloons became one of the most feared weapons of the day. Yes, balloons. Although they’re used today to gather weather informati

In the remote South Pacific, on the rugged island of Tanna in what is now the nation of Vanuatu, one of the most fascinating and misunderstood religio

There is a specific, quiet madness reserved for the family that lives by the bugle. It is a world where time is not a linear progression from arrival

Base commanders are getting more power to directly respond to threats from drones flying over military installations, the Pentagon announced this week

A meaningful ride for a powerful cause For 12 consecutive years, the New Mexico American Legion Riders (ALR) have revved their engines for a cause tha

State police in Maryland arrested a suspect accused of running a months-long scheme to sell cocaine and other drugs to veterans on a Department of Vet

As the United States prepares to commemorate its 250th anniversary, it is worth pausing to examine not only the moment when independence was declared,

Missing your partner while they’re off on an FTX or deployed—and still being mad at them—puts you in that weird middle space no one warns you about. B

The planned reorganization of the Veterans Affairs health system should result in improvements to VA medical facilities, increased oversight of hospit

The planned reorganization of the Veterans Affairs health system should result in improvements to VA medical facilities, increased oversight of hospit

The planned reorganization of the Veterans Affairs health system should result in improvements to VA medical facilities, increased oversight of hospit

The planned reorganization of the Veterans Affairs health system should result in improvements to VA medical facilities, increased oversight of hospit
With almost a quarter of all Veterans in the United States residing in rural communities, ensuring they receive quality health care close to home is m



Every branch of the U.S. military calls it something different. It might be your “wingman” in the Air Force or your “shipmate” in the Navy.

For as long as wars have been fought, great military leaders have harnessed the power of the pulpit to motivate their troops and their countries—somet

The country known as Georgia derives its name from the Persian word “Gurgan,” meaning the land of the wolves. To the Persians, it refers t

Combat search and rescue is the promise the Air Force makes to American and allied pilots and aircrew: “if you punch out over enemy territory, we’ll c

Loretta’s journey from Canine Companions to becoming a beloved partner for Veterans The West Texas VA Health Care System (WTVAHCS) is filled wit
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting research findings on benzodiazepine use, diabetes and PTSD.

The American Revolution is often remembered through iconic images of George Washington crossing the Delaware or the dramatic surrender at Yorktown.

There’s no packout on your radar but you’re ready to cry anyway to a song from 2007 like it just personally attacked your nervous system. Everything i

The Marine Corps is suspending its all-weather coat — also known as the “Inspector Gadget” trench coat — after a defect was discovered that caused the

The Air Force is once again revising basic training, this time by adding simulated permanent and expeditionary airstrips to give trainees hands-on exp

DAV Community Impact Day is April 4 this year, and the conversations I’ve had with so many of you have me excited for the great work you have planned.

The heartbeat of DAV is its members. From legislative advocacy to benefits work to being a shoulder to lean on, we rely on each other to keep the prom

An Army unit originally established to train Afghan forces now has a new mission: teaching U.S. troops how to fight in the jungle.
The holiday season may be over, but online sales continue. Post-holiday deals attract shoppers—and unfortunately, scammers.

The agency in charge of running base stores where many troops buy their groceries is preparing to stay open through March in the event of a government

Join the front lines of advocacy for your fellow veterans and let lawmakers know, face-to-face, that their constituents want promises to veterans kept

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China’s military strategy for future conflicts has evolved into “national total war,” a whole-of-nation mobilization effort aimed squarely at ov

“Mission Accomplished” — the banner behind President George W. Bush while aboard the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln — grandly declared tha

“Mission Accomplished” — the banner behind President George W. Bush while aboard the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln — grandly declared tha

“Mission Accomplished” — the banner behind President George W. Bush while aboard the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln — grandly declared tha

“Mission Accomplished” — the banner behind President George W. Bush while aboard the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln — grandly declared tha

When Pfc. Vallen Grayson received his Eagle, Globe, and Anchor insignia, it marked the fulfillment of a long effort to shed nearly 90 pounds so he cou


Seven Japanese-American soldiers who were once deemed “enemy aliens” but fought for the Army during World War II were posthumously commissioned as Arm

With home-based care Like many older Veterans, Oran Parrish has worked diligently to remain in his own home for as long as possible. Unlike others, Pa


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Preparing for an interview is an important step in the job application process. It’s a chance for you to showcase who you are beyond your resume and t

Seven Japanese American soldiers were promoted to officer ranks in a solemn ceremony Monday, eight decades after they died fighting for the U.S.

Seven Japanese American soldiers were promoted to officer ranks in a solemn ceremony Monday, eight decades after they died fighting for the U.S.

Seven Japanese American soldiers were promoted to officer ranks in a solemn ceremony Monday, eight decades after they died fighting for the U.S.

Seven Japanese American soldiers were promoted to officer ranks in a solemn ceremony Monday, eight decades after they died fighting for the U.S.
Suicide prevention doesn’t require big changes. These simple steps can help. It may feel like protecting yourself against suicide risk requires signif

A Tennessee man is facing prison time for hacking into a Department of Veterans Affairs health platform, accessing a Marine Corps veteran’s pers

Attempts to defraud service members, veterans and their families are so rampant that advocates are pushing for an entirely new approach to cracking do

Attempts to defraud service members, veterans and their families are so rampant that advocates are pushing for an entirely new approach to cracking do

Attempts to defraud service members, veterans and their families are so rampant that advocates are pushing for an entirely new approach to cracking do

Attempts to defraud service members, veterans and their families are so rampant that advocates are pushing for an entirely new approach to cracking do

Last year, a picture shared on social media showed a man entangled in concertina wire on the top of a fence after attempting to break out of a militar
Promoting eye health through early detection and action Glaucoma Awareness Month, observed every January, aims to raise awareness about a condition th

The sharing of non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

A week before the New England Patriots clinched the AFC Championship and a spot in this year’s Super Bowl, Marines from 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regi

For over a century, DAV’s critical policy goals have served as a strategic road map, guiding our members to create positive change and achieve long-te

This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article here . Military Times has edited the hea

This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article here . Military Times has edited the hea

This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article here . Military Times has edited the hea

This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article here . Military Times has edited the hea

The killing of Veterans Affairs nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis by U.S. Border Patrol personnel has drawn a strong response from veterans, with many

The killing of Veterans Affairs nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis by U.S. Border Patrol personnel has drawn a strong response from veterans, with many

The killing of Veterans Affairs nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis by U.S. Border Patrol personnel has drawn a strong response from veterans, with many

The killing of Veterans Affairs nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis by U.S. Border Patrol personnel has drawn a strong response from veterans, with many

The Marine Corps is incentivizing major retention bonuses for enlisted troops who are willing to switch into high-tech jobs, while many in traditional
Pumpkin is a powerhouse food that has been growing across North America for thousands of years. This versatile staple is used in many cuisines, and ca


How one Veteran turned his life around Air Force Veteran John Bates says he’s “half the man” he used to be. Through VA’s TeleMOVE!

The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and its strike group have steamed into the Middle East, U.S. officials confirmed on Monday. The news of the s
Ensuring Veterans stay protected during flu season Flu season is ramping up, and it’s not too late to get a flu vaccine if you haven’t done so already
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.

The A-10 Thunderbolt II, better known as the “Warthog,” has been a major part of U.S. combat operations in the Middle East in recent years, even as th

The U.S. Space Force officially stood up a new element focused on Latin America this past week, nearly three weeks after Guardians were taking part in

Bringing care home Rural Veterans who need a new brace or prosthesis are aware of the barriers to care. It can mean planning for a long drive to your

A 60-year-old elementary school teacher died from severe head injuries after rotor wash from an Air Force helicopter slammed her to the ground during
A colorful approach to raising awareness for important causes Thomas Mercado, a Veteran and nurse with the Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System (EOV

Family members say the man killed by a U.S. Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis on Saturday was an intensive care nurse at a Department of Veterans A

Family members say the man killed by a U.S. Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis on Saturday was an intensive care nurse at a Department of Veterans A

Family members say the man killed by a U.S. Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis on Saturday was an intensive care nurse at a Department of Veterans A

Family members say the man killed by a U.S. Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis on Saturday was an intensive care nurse at a Department of Veterans A

The U.S. military struck a small boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Friday, killing two people in the first such attack on a ship in Latin American

Members of the Minnesota National Guard are mobilizing around Minneapolis after a 37-year-old man was shot and killed by federal agents in the city on

Understanding VA care for Veterans with multiple sclerosis A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) led to new health care opportunities for Kathleen Fi
Virtual reality as therapy For many Veterans, living with chronic pain can make daily life difficult. VA is helping change that through innovative, no

This story was updated Saturday, Jan. 24, with up-to-date snow and ice predictions for major bases based on National Weather Service forecasts.

The head of the First Naval Construction Regiment was removed from his post on Friday, Navy Expeditionary Combat Command announced. Capt.
The Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Oncology Program (NOP) is one of the nation’s largest integrated providers of oncology services, diagnosi

The Department of Defense has removed a loot box vending machine from the Pentagon after just a month of operations. A department spokesperson told Ta

The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941 had drama aplenty to go around, but one of the standouts did not involve a battleship, but a humbl

The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941 had drama aplenty to go around, but one of the standouts did not involve a battleship, but a humbl

The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941 had drama aplenty to go around, but one of the standouts did not involve a battleship, but a humbl

The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941 had drama aplenty to go around, but one of the standouts did not involve a battleship, but a humbl
In the new year It’s easy to leave the doctor’s office and immediately feel a sense of regret. Have you ever left an appointment, only to later

Sailors and Marines are now banned from using products containing kratom, a plant derivative widely sold alongside vape and CBD products.

‘I’m starting to feel human again’ Kyle Blake was washing dishes at his Prescott, Ariz., home one quiet morning in October 2024 when sharp yelping sha

A quality-of-life issue often cited by rank-and-file soldiers in the barracks is not being able to use on-base dining facilities, which they technical
A powerful winter storm and a blast of Arctic air are expected to bring heavy snow, dangerous ice and life‑threatening cold to large parts of the Unit

A groundbreaking partnership ensuring pilots’ readiness In a groundbreaking partnership, the 85th Fighter Group, Veterans Health System of the O

“Don’t try to tell the British that America won the last war or make wise-cracks about the war debts or about British defeats in this war,” came the s

“Don’t try to tell the British that America won the last war or make wise-cracks about the war debts or about British defeats in this war,” came the s

“Don’t try to tell the British that America won the last war or make wise-cracks about the war debts or about British defeats in this war,” came the s

“Don’t try to tell the British that America won the last war or make wise-cracks about the war debts or about British defeats in this war,” came the s
Use these VA tools and resources to keep your Veteran loved one safe, healthy and protected against suicide Preventing Veteran suicide takes collectiv

Remaining in communities Veteran Lyndsey Beaver, 41, a Maryland transplant from New Jersey, counts her blessings each day.

Gladys Mae West, whose mathematical work became the integral foundation for modern GPS, has died. West, surrounded by family and friends, passed away

Gladys Mae West, whose mathematical work became the integral foundation for modern GPS, has died. West, surrounded by family and friends, passed away

Gladys Mae West, whose mathematical work became the integral foundation for modern GPS, has died. West, surrounded by family and friends, passed away

Gladys Mae West, whose mathematical work became the integral foundation for modern GPS, has died. West, surrounded by family and friends, passed away
What Veterans and family members should know IRS Form 1095-B is a tax form that shows you had health coverage during the year.

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Beginning this month, the Department of Veterans Affairs websites and social media channels will show the amount of money it is legally obligated to s
Did you know that every Veteran receiving health care through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is provided a primary care physician?


Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center breaks ground with cutting-edge defibrillation lead procedure The Cardiology Team at the Michael E.

The Defense Health Agency has clarified the U.S. military’s policy regarding chaperones during medical exams following several prominent cases of Army

The Defense Health Agency has clarified the U.S. military’s policy regarding chaperones during medical exams following several prominent cases of Army

The Defense Health Agency has clarified the U.S. military’s policy regarding chaperones during medical exams following several prominent cases of Army

The Defense Health Agency has clarified the U.S. military’s policy regarding chaperones during medical exams following several prominent cases of Army

After the U.S. Marine raid on Makin Island on Aug. 17-18, 1942, Japanese garrisons in the Gilbert and Marshall islands got to serious work reinforcing

After the U.S. Marine raid on Makin Island on Aug. 17-18, 1942, Japanese garrisons in the Gilbert and Marshall islands got to serious work reinforcing

After the U.S. Marine raid on Makin Island on Aug. 17-18, 1942, Japanese garrisons in the Gilbert and Marshall islands got to serious work reinforcing

After the U.S. Marine raid on Makin Island on Aug. 17-18, 1942, Japanese garrisons in the Gilbert and Marshall islands got to serious work reinforcing

The Department of Veterans Affairs has relaunched efforts to find a new head of veterans benefits following the withdrawal of nominee Karen Brazell la

The Department of Veterans Affairs has relaunched efforts to find a new head of veterans benefits following the withdrawal of nominee Karen Brazell la

The Department of Veterans Affairs has relaunched efforts to find a new head of veterans benefits following the withdrawal of nominee Karen Brazell la

The Department of Veterans Affairs has relaunched efforts to find a new head of veterans benefits following the withdrawal of nominee Karen Brazell la

It has been 82 years since Staff Sgt. Nicholas J. Governale crashed into the sea off the coast of Guadalcanal. Now, the gunner is coming home.

It has been 82 years since Staff Sgt. Nicholas J. Governale crashed into the sea off the coast of Guadalcanal. Now, the gunner is coming home.

It has been 82 years since Staff Sgt. Nicholas J. Governale crashed into the sea off the coast of Guadalcanal. Now, the gunner is coming home.

It has been 82 years since Staff Sgt. Nicholas J. Governale crashed into the sea off the coast of Guadalcanal. Now, the gunner is coming home.

Courage can take more than one form — and can be recognized as such even by an enemy unaccustomed to such behavior. Such was the case with Dick Antrim

Courage can take more than one form — and can be recognized as such even by an enemy unaccustomed to such behavior. Such was the case with Dick Antrim

Courage can take more than one form — and can be recognized as such even by an enemy unaccustomed to such behavior. Such was the case with Dick Antrim

Courage can take more than one form — and can be recognized as such even by an enemy unaccustomed to such behavior. Such was the case with Dick Antrim

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A planned overhaul of the Veterans Health Administration will improve veterans care by creating a centralized system that better supports hospitals an

A planned overhaul of the Veterans Health Administration will improve veterans care by creating a centralized system that better supports hospitals an

A planned overhaul of the Veterans Health Administration will improve veterans care by creating a centralized system that better supports hospitals an

A planned overhaul of the Veterans Health Administration will improve veterans care by creating a centralized system that better supports hospitals an


The National World War II Memorial in Washington, dedicated to the 16 million members of the U.S. military, will be closed for the next five months, t

The National World War II Memorial in Washington, dedicated to the 16 million members of the U.S. military, will be closed for the next five months, t

The National World War II Memorial in Washington, dedicated to the 16 million members of the U.S. military, will be closed for the next five months, t

The National World War II Memorial in Washington, dedicated to the 16 million members of the U.S. military, will be closed for the next five months, t

On Jan. 11, 2002, an 86-year-old World War II veteran on his way to speak at the National Rifle Association (NRA0 and the United States Military Acade

On Jan. 11, 2002, an 86-year-old World War II veteran on his way to speak at the National Rifle Association (NRA0 and the United States Military Acade

On Jan. 11, 2002, an 86-year-old World War II veteran on his way to speak at the National Rifle Association (NRA0 and the United States Military Acade

On Jan. 11, 2002, an 86-year-old World War II veteran on his way to speak at the National Rifle Association (NRA0 and the United States Military Acade

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Editor’s note: This article first appeared on The War Horse , an award-winning nonprofit news organization educating the public on military service, u

Editor’s note: This article first appeared on The War Horse , an award-winning nonprofit news organization educating the public on military service, u

Editor’s note: This article first appeared on The War Horse , an award-winning nonprofit news organization educating the public on military service, u

The English and French had honored and laid to rest their unknown soldiers in 1920 — in Westminster Abbey and at the Arc de Triomphe, respectively.

The English and French had honored and laid to rest their unknown soldiers in 1920 — in Westminster Abbey and at the Arc de Triomphe, respectively.

The English and French had honored and laid to rest their unknown soldiers in 1920 — in Westminster Abbey and at the Arc de Triomphe, respectively.

The English and French had honored and laid to rest their unknown soldiers in 1920 — in Westminster Abbey and at the Arc de Triomphe, respectively.

It was a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment. In episode 12 of “Victory at Sea,” the 1953 documentary series captured several solemn burials at sea — but

It was a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment. In episode 12 of “Victory at Sea,” the 1953 documentary series captured several solemn burials at sea — but

It was a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment. In episode 12 of “Victory at Sea,” the 1953 documentary series captured several solemn burials at sea — but

It was a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment. In episode 12 of “Victory at Sea,” the 1953 documentary series captured several solemn burials at sea — but

This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center. Marc Dervaes sat straight-backed in a circle of 10 men at a clinic in Tijuana, Mexico.

Even in its formative years during World War I, military aviators became aware that their worst enemy was anti-aircraft fire.

Even in its formative years during World War I, military aviators became aware that their worst enemy was anti-aircraft fire.

Even in its formative years during World War I, military aviators became aware that their worst enemy was anti-aircraft fire.

Even in its formative years during World War I, military aviators became aware that their worst enemy was anti-aircraft fire.

The ridiculous thing about war is that I remember being excited. For the first 90 days or so, I was constantly excited, and I don’t mean in a “joyous,

Certain state veterans cemeteries across the country received a near total of $80 million in grants in fiscal 2025 for their improvement from the U.S.

Certain state veterans cemeteries across the country received a near total of $80 million in grants in fiscal 2025 for their improvement from the U.S.

Certain state veterans cemeteries across the country received a near total of $80 million in grants in fiscal 2025 for their improvement from the U.S.

Certain state veterans cemeteries across the country received a near total of $80 million in grants in fiscal 2025 for their improvement from the U.S.


On Oct. 28, 1951, 1st Lt. Lloyd Burke was at his unit’s command post, looking at the ticket in his hand. His 13-month tour of duty in Korea was ending

On Oct. 28, 1951, 1st Lt. Lloyd Burke was at his unit’s command post, looking at the ticket in his hand. His 13-month tour of duty in Korea was ending

On Oct. 28, 1951, 1st Lt. Lloyd Burke was at his unit’s command post, looking at the ticket in his hand. His 13-month tour of duty in Korea was ending

On Oct. 28, 1951, 1st Lt. Lloyd Burke was at his unit’s command post, looking at the ticket in his hand. His 13-month tour of duty in Korea was ending

With the ousting of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump cited the Monroe Doctrine, the 200-year-old lodestar

With the ousting of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump cited the Monroe Doctrine, the 200-year-old lodestar

With the ousting of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump cited the Monroe Doctrine, the 200-year-old lodestar

With the ousting of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump cited the Monroe Doctrine, the 200-year-old lodestar








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Big News from the VA: Survivors of Veterans to Get Much-Needed Support In a groundbreaking move, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced






April 2025 – Thousands of veterans across the country may have been underpaid on their disability compensation due to a critical error in how the Depa



A Washington Post opinion piece calling for cuts to veterans’ disability benefits has drawn widespread condemnation and outrage from veterans and thei

As Veterans are looking for representation to pursue the benefits they’re entitled to, finding the right expert(s) to guide them through the VA claims


The VA has announced several new cancers that will now be presumptive for Gulf War Veterans and Post 9/11 Veterans. This expansion of benefits will pr
Recently, the VA expanded the list of presumed service-connected disabilities due to environmental exposure under the PACT ACT.


It’s been announced that the 2025 Cost of living adjustment will be 2.5%, which represents a drop from the 3.4% awarded at the start of 2024, and is a

The transition back to civilian life presents each veteran with challenges. From a mental health perspective, many veterans never seek treatment for t
Recently, officials from the Seniors Citizen League announced that they anticipate a less than 2.6% projected increase for social security cost of liv

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