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 Beyersdorfer2 days ago
Military to fire artillery over California highway amid JD Vance visitA plan to fire live artillery over a major highway as part of a military showcase at Camp Pendleton has drawn strong objections. 5 days ago
Netflix adapts Marine’s coming-of-age memoir in new series ‘Boots’The series, premiering Thursday, follows a closeted gay teenager as he enlists in the Marine Corps and navigates boot camp in the 1990s.By Clay Beyersdorfer2 weeks ago
What troops need to know about Hegseth’s new memos for the forceHegseth ordered more strict grooming and fitness standards and less training on subjects like the Privacy Act, cybersecurity and controlled information.By Carla Babb3 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.3 weeks ago
A bullet struck his heart at Pearl Harbor. His widow just returned it.After 84 years, the Japanese bullet that was once lodged in the heart of sailor Dean Darrow was returned to the Pearl Harbor National Memorial Museum.By Claire Barrett3 weeks ago