The SIG Sauer M7 is dead. How long does the XM8 have?
The M14 rifle replaced the venerable M1 Garand in 1957 and infamously served as the primary U.S. service rifle for only five years before it was replaced by the M16 rifle.
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This WWI soldier saved two men from a burning tank with his bare hands
When the American Expeditionary Forces joined the Allied armies on the Western Front in World War I, there was one condition upon which their commander, Gen. John Pershing, insisted.
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Meaningful medicine: Meet VA physician Dr. Nabiha Gill
Physician careers at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) are rooted in purpose, innovation and a true commitment to serving Veterans. For Dr.
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School of Infantry West: What Families Need to Know (And What Your Marine Must Bring)
Your Marine survived boot camp, and now they’re heading to the School of Infantry West (SOI-W) at Camp Pendleton, California.
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New Vet Tix study: Shared experiences strengthen wellbeing for Veterans and their families
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This No. 1 overall draft pick became the NFL’s MVP while in the Army
As thousands of citizens fled East Germany in the early 1960s, Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev became irate. Berlin became a particular source of irritation.
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Military budgets $57 billion to fix bases and ‘substandard’ barracks
The Pentagon’s proposed $1.5 trillion budget for next fiscal year includes funding to fix longstanding problems with barracks, defense officials told reporters on Tuesday.
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Hegseth says flu vaccines are now optional across the active duty and reserve force
Flu vaccines are no longer mandatory for service members, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday morning, framing the new policy as part of his bid to “discard any absurd, overreaching mandates..
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Orlando to host 2026 DAV and Auxiliary National Convention
This year, DAV’s annual national convention returns to sunny Orlando, Florida. Known for its attractions and entertainment, “The City Beautiful” ensures visitors of all ages have an experience...
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Mindful eating
A Veteran’s guide to eating with intention. “I can eat three plates of food before my family finishes one.” “I finished a bag of gummy bears while watching TV.
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VA Deputy Secretary recaps EHRM update during Michigan Milestone Week
Paul Lawrence speaks with Rick Ivnik, host of the Federal EHR Update Deputy Secretary Paul Lawrence, Ph.D., joined Rick Ivnik, EHRM strategic planner, on the April 14 edition of the Federal...
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1st Cavalry Division soldiers will get the Army’s newest tank and infantry combat vehicle first
Soldiers in the 1st Cavalry Division will soon get their hands on the latest versions of the Army’s Abrams tank and the first prototypes of the infantry combat vehicle.
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How this Air Force spy plane traveled from coast to coast in record time
President Lyndon B. Johnson introduced Ed Yeilding to the SR-71 Blackbird. Thus began a wonderful, long-lasting relationship.
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Trump clears path for expanded psychedelic research to treat veterans’ PTSD
Sitting at the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office on Saturday, President Donald Trump described the quieter tolls of wars — one that follows veterans home and lingers long after the fighting ends.
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Air Force can’t quit the A-10 Warthog, extends service into 2030
The Air Force’s long-beloved, flying tank of a plane, the A-10C Thunderbolt II, got yet another stay of execution Monday, when Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink announced that the “Hog” will keep.
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Live Whole Health 314 – Moving in Community: World Tai Chi and Qigong Day
Each year, people in over 80 countries come together on the last Saturday of April to celebrate World Tai Chi and Qigong Day, a global event promoting health through gentle, mindful movement.
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This is how specially trained Marines with a Maritime Raid Force seize a vessel at sea
On Sunday, Marines from the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli fast-roped from helicopters onto the deck of the Iranian cargo ship M/V Touska to take custody of the vessel, the first seizure of the..
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Ola Mize became ‘the Audie Murphy of the Korean War’ by fighting off a Chinese division
Every war has its heroes, its standout troops that come to national attention. Today’s constant media cycle and proliferation make it much harder to turn even a Medal of Honor recipient into a...
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Navy tells sailors to ‘beware’ of dating apps, button-up social media amid Iran conflict
The Navy is telling sailors to lock down their phones and social media accounts as online threats increase during the current conflict with Iran.
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Caregivers need greater support to help assist veterans, watchdog finds
Caregivers of seriously injured veterans often don’t know about the mental health support available to them through the Department of Veterans Affairs, which can put additional strain on them and...
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DAV statement on Executive Order accelerating review of psychedelic therapies
DAV applauds the president’s executive order to accelerate research and expand access to innovative plant-based therapies for veterans living with the invisible wounds of war.
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