Vietnam was scary enough. Friday the 13th added to our fear."I could not shake the feeling that today was going to be a scary day," a Vietnam veteran writes in this War Horse reflection.By Stanley Ross, The War Horse5 days ago
With his observer’s parachute shredded, this pilot gave up his ownDuring the longest battle of the Vietnam War, Steven Bennett put his observer’s life above his own. By Jon Guttman7 days ago
An enduring symbol: why troops keep naming things after reptilesFrom cobras to gators, reptilian mascots and call signs appear on patches, aircraft and unit logos across every branch. Why?By Clay Beyersdorfer14 days ago
He was awarded a Silver Star for a battle the US said never happenedOn Aug. 11, 2025, 57 years after the battle, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency has announced the recovery of James Henry Calfee from Lima Site 85.By Richard Sisk2 weeks ago
Veterans of Bravo Company receive Bronze Medals 56 years after combatMore than half a century later, 14 soldiers of Bravo Company were formally awarded Bronze Star Medals for their actions in Vietnam’s Central Highlands.By Claire Barrett3 weeks ago
Lt. Col. George E. Hardy, youngest Tuskegee Airman, dies at 100Hardy was the last surviving combat pilot of the Tuskegee Airmen who served overseas.5 weeks ago