Iowa National Guard IDs soldiers killed in ambush in Syria
Both soldiers were deployed with the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, which is currently conducting ongoing counter-terrorism operations in the region.
By J.D. Simkins
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Several US troops wounded in attack in Syria: Reports
The U.S. currently has hundreds of troops deployed in eastern Syria as part of a coalition fighting the Islamic State group.
Thanksgiving feasts deployed to troops around the world
Service members on ships in the Caribbean as well as National Guard members deployed to cities within the U.S. will get their turkey, too.
By Karen Jowers
Hundreds of troops deployed to Portland, Chicago are being sent home
Those who will remain will continue to stay off the streets amid court battles over their domestic mission.
Supreme Court weighs if contractor can be sued for wartime negligence
Justices were skeptical Monday that the case was an exception to other lawsuits against defense contractors, which usually get immunity in such litigation.
By Patricia Kime
An enduring symbol: why troops keep naming things after reptiles
From cobras to gators, reptilian mascots and call signs appear on patches, aircraft and unit logos across every branch. Why?
By Clay Beyersdorfer