Biden awards Medal of Honor to 2 Civil War heroes who helped hijack a train
U.S. Army Pvts. Philip G. Shadrach and George D. Wilson received the posthumous honor during a ceremony at the White House.
Top-secret US aquatic military vessel spotted on Google Maps
The aquatic drone dubbed the 'Manta Ray' is part of a wider U.S. Navy project to augment the nation's long-range underwater fleet of unmanned vehicles.
Biden pardoning service members convicted under law that banned gay sex
Biden is pardoning potentially thousands of former U.S. service members convicted of violating a now-repealed military ban on consensual gay sex.
US military draft: Bill would require women to register for Selective Service
Women may be one step closer to a mandate requiring them to register for Selective Service, or the military draft.
More American soldiers are dying by suicide than combat
More U.S. soldiers are dying of suicide than any other reason, according to an analysis shared recently by health officials with the Department of Defense.
USS Theodore Roosevelt arrives in S. Korea amid rising N. Korea threats
A nuclear-powered U.S. aircraft carrier has arrived in South Korea for a three-way exercise involving Japan as they step up military training to cope with North Korean threats.
Military veteran comes out as gay in viral obituary: 'I was afraid'
“I'm sorry for not having the courage to come out as Gay," Edward Thomas Ryan wrote.
Israeli military continues attacks on central Gaza
One day after the rescue of four Israeli hostages, the Gaza Ministry of Health says 274 Palestinians were killed in an attack.
Newest U.S. military fighter jet arrives in Portland
Brand new Boeing-built fighter jets are the now in service in Portland.
Biden speaks at France's Pointe du Hoc on 'defending freedom and democracy'
President Joe Biden's speech from Pointe du Hoc Friday marked his second trip to the Normandy coast during his visit to France for the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Biden says the legacy of Pointe du Hoc is a call to “stay true to what America stands for."
Remembering D-Day 80 years later: Biden, world leaders pay respects
June 6, 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of one of the largest air, land and sea invasions in military history.
D-Day veterans return to Normandy for 80th anniversary, share memories and messages for future generations
World War II veterans from across the United States as well as Britain and Canada are in Normandy this week to mark 80 years since the D-Day landings that helped lead to Hitler’s defeat.
Military aircraft crashes near Albuquerque airport, injured pilot escapes before impact
The pilot, the sole occupant of the aircraft, was taken to a hospital with serious injuries, as reported by Albuquerque's fire department.
Honoring the fallen and supporting military families on Memorial Day
While many people are enjoying time off work for the federal holiday, others are honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice, along with supporting their families, on Memorial Day.
Military labs help identify soldiers decades after they died
A little-known military investigative branch is doing its part to never leave a soldier behind and out of loved one's memories.
Afghan allies try for U.S. visas
More than three years after the U.S. pulled out of Afghanistan, thousands of Afghans who helped our military are still trying to get visas.
Massachusetts sailor killed at Pearl Harbor finally gets proper burial at Arlington National Cemetery
Frank Hryniewicz was only 20 years old when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941. Eight decades later, Hryniewicz finally received a proper burial at Arlington National Cemetery.
Volunteers place 4,400 flags on graves of veterans in Lynnwood ahead of Memorial Day
Around 100 volunteers and veterans in Lynnwood placed flags on the graves of those who lost their lives fighting for the U.S.
What is Memorial Day? History, meaning behind holiday honoring fallen U.S. soldiers
Memorial Day dates back to over a century ago, and while it wasn't always a federal holiday, it remains a day of remembrance for those who died serving our country.
Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day: What we celebrate in May
The two holidays are crucial for honoring U.S. military personnel but serve distinct purposes.