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‘The Iron Major:’ James Capers Jr.’s long road to the Medal of Honor
In the long history of the United States Marine Corps, certain names carry a gravity that transcends rank, time, and even official recognition. Among those names is Maj. James Capers Jr.
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Experts warn moving Marines away from Okinawa would play into China’s hands
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 Council think tank in Washington, D.C.
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For this Black World War I regiment, battle was on 2 fronts
Editor’s note: This piece was originally published in DAV Magazine, a publication of the congressionally chartered national nonprofit DAV (Disabled American Veterans).
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Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for Feb. 9, 2026
Editor’s note: This post contains links to jobs that are active at the time of publishing. Most job listings close 7–30 days after posting.
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Esketamine treatments for severe depression
VA has options for you Esketamine, a novel and mental health treatment therapy, is being used across VA for Veterans with treatment-resistant depression and acute suicidality.
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Attention artists: The 2026 National Veterans Day Poster Contest is now open!
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 National Committee are now accepting submissions..
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The Coast Guard is now using ‘tactical’ jet skis
The Coast Guard has been busy in recent months, carrying out several major drug seizures in the waters near the U.S.-Mexico border.
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What ‘Arc Raiders’ gets right about choosing when not to fight
When “ Arc Raiders ” launched in October 2025, it did something most military-centric games don’t dare: it made avoiding combat just as valuable as winning it.
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These are the troops competing in the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
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 active-duty military. The U.S.
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Take a journey with PAWS
For many Veterans, the transition to civilian life can be filled with challenges, especially when traditional therapies fall short.
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The Marine Corps used ‘Doom II’ to train Marines to work together
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 the offensive against the legions of Hell.
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Celebrating National Salute to Veteran Patients Week
Honoring heroes through volunteerism From Feb. 8-14, 2026, VA invites everyone to honor hospitalized Veterans at VA medical centers across the country during National Salute to Veteran Patients Week.
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Army reveals new rotational force in the Philippines
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 western Pacific. But it did not reveal it for months.
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EJ ‘Skullcrusher’ Snyder is sometimes naked but never afraid
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 image we build in our heads.
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The Artemis II mission mirrors the military life we already live
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 resilience, readiness, and courage.
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Veteran suicides drop slightly in 2023, even as rate of deaths rose
The number of veterans who committed suicide decreased in 2023 compared to 2022, but only slightly, the Department of Veterans Affairs said this week.
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Start the year right by donating blood
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 saves lives. VA supports blood drives nationwide.
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National Guard troops shot in DC to receive Purple Hearts
The two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C. in November will receive the Purple Heart, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced on Friday.
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The original US Navy was an armada of American rebels and privateers
As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, the story of American independence invites more than commemoration. It demands reflection.
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Veterans: Find your perfect VA career
Veterans bring unmatched experience, leadership and dedication to the workforce. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is proud to be one of the largest employers of Veterans in the nation,...
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