Why Truman changed the ‘War Department’ to the ‘Department of Defense’Just a few months after the conclusion of World War II, President Truman announced his goal to implement a new governing structure for the military.By Claire Barrett30 minutes ago
In reversal, Pentagon keeps women’s advisory group, adds four more A 75-year-old committee advocating for women in the military will be revived as part of a phased return of 39 DOD groups put on pause earlier this year. By Hope Hodge Seck2 days ago
Church leaders charged with swindling millions in military benefitsAuthorities say church leaders exploited troops by enrolling them in seminary programs that drained their G.I. Bill education benefits.6 days ago
This C-47 was built in 1943. It hasn’t stopped flying since.The Placid Lassie was recently on full display to support Angel Flight East and its annual fundraiser, Wings N’ Wheels, in Philadelphia.By Claire Barrett7 days ago
Senator encouraged Trump to ‘blow up something’ in message to cartelsThe strike on a suspected Venezuelan drug-smuggling boat is raising questions about how far Trump will wield his presidential power over the military.7 days ago
Trump order aims to rebrand Defense Department as Department of WarThe order comes as some of President Trump's closest supporters on Capitol Hill proposed legislation that would codify the new name into law.12 days ago
