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Used as an ‘individual target’ by the Germans, this Medal of Honor recipient kept up the fight

Apr 22nd: Although mortally wounded, Robert Booker “remained retrained and unfazed as he continued to encourage his squad and helped direct their fire.” Read more ▸

Push to identify remains of POWS who endured Bataan Death March, hell ships

Apr 22nd: Since 2014 the DPAA has been working to identify, recover and repatriate the remains of POWs who died in the prison camps or aboard Japanese hell ships. Read more ▸

Supreme Court rules in favor of soldier who sued contractor over 2016 Bagram bombing

Apr 22nd: In a 6-3 decision, the justices determined contractors do not automatically share the government’s immunity. Read more ▸

John Phelan out as Navy secretary, Pentagon says

Apr 22nd: The Pentagon provided no reason for the move. Read more ▸

US Army seeks ‘last mile’ robot for medevac and resupply

Apr 22nd: The U.S. Army is looking to acquire an unmanned ground vehicle capable of transporting wounded personnel without causing them further harm. Read more ▸

Army launches new physical test for soldiers in combat roles

Apr 22nd: The new Combat Field Test is age- and sex-neutral and scored on a pass/fail standard. Read more ▸

Pentagon to upgrade valor awards for Marines at site of Abbey Gate bombing

Apr 22nd: The awards have been upgraded to better reflect the risks knowingly accepted by the Marines of Company G, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines. Read more ▸

The Spanish Flu — a deadly postscript to WWI — started at a US military base

Apr 22nd: Approximately 43,000 service members were killed by the influenza virus that was first identified at an Army base in Haskell County, Kansas. Read more ▸

US in talks to resettle 1,100 Afghans in Congo

Apr 22nd: Some of the Afghans are relatives of U.S. citizens or partnered with the U.S. during the 20-year war. Read more ▸

Navy ‘going to study’ possibility of building ships outside US, Phelan says

Apr 21st: The Navy is exploring ways to alleviate pressure as U.S. shipbuilding faces issues with labor capacity, Navy Secretary John Phelan said. Read more ▸

This WWI soldier saved two men from a burning tank with his bare hands

Apr 21st: With his green unit "loaned" to the Australians, Reidar Waaler proved that bravery made up for lack of battle experience. Read more ▸

US Southern Command stands up autonomous unit

Apr 21st: Once fully operational, the new command will be tasked with engaging autonomous, semi-autonomous and unmanned platforms to “counter threats across domains. Read more ▸

Saildrone announces new USV class aimed at anti-submarine warfare

Apr 21st: Spectre, a new class of unmanned surface vessel, will face sea trials in early 2027. Read more ▸

US Navy to integrate PAC-3 MSE interceptor missile with Aegis Combat System

Apr 21st: The Navy will integrate PAC-3 MSE interceptor missiles with the Aegis Combat System, according to Lockheed Martin. Read more ▸

Pentagon seeks funds for Golden Dome, drones, AI in largest-ever budget request

Apr 21st: According to Pentagon officials, the president's key priorities include the Golden Dome, drones, AI, data infrastructure and the defense industrial base. Read more ▸

US commander warns Taiwan not to ‘starve the chicken’ on defense

Apr 21st: Adm. Samuel Paparo stressed the importance of Taiwan passing its stalled defense budget. Read more ▸

US Navy unmanned surface vessel fleet to grow sevenfold in Indo-Pacific

Apr 21st: The fleet of medium unmanned surface vessels in the Indo-Pacific is expected to grow to at least 30, with smaller USVs and unmanned aerial systems. Read more ▸

US did not move defense system from Korea, general says

Apr 21st: The Washington Post reported in March that the Pentagon was moving parts of a THAAD system to the Middle East from South Korea. Read more ▸

Flu vaccine requirement discarded ‘effective immediately,’ Hegseth says

Apr 21st: The flu vaccine has been required annually for U.S. military personnel since the 1950s . Read more ▸

US Navy successfully tests new long-range, winged JDAM out to 200 miles

Apr 21st: An April 1 test saw the munition deployed from an F/A-18 Super Hornet, fly approximately 200 miles in 34 minutes and strike within meters of its target. Read more ▸

Unregulated prediction market may endanger US national security, experts and lawmakers warn

Apr 20th: With how futures markets are structured, officials could place bets anonymously and influence combat operations to ensure they get a payout, experts say. Read more ▸

Anduril, HD Hyundai expand partnership with first autonomous surface vessel in production

Apr 20th: The companies are expecting their first autonomous surface vessel to hit the waters this October. Read more ▸

Trump clears path for expanded psychedelic research to treat veterans’ PTSD

Apr 20th: The order commits at least $50 million in federal funds to boost research on ibogaine, a powerful hallucinogen. Read more ▸

Air Force extends 3 A-10 squadrons, each expected to keep 18 Warthogs

Apr 20th: The decision comes as A-10s have seen increased involvement during Operation Epic Fury in Iran. Read more ▸

Two soldiers injured in bear encounter in Alaska

Apr 20th: Two soldiers were injured in a bear encounter during a land navigation exercise on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, wildlife officials said. Read more ▸

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