World War II veteran Jake Larson is best known on social media under the name “Papa Jake.” Russia's invasion of Ukraine has echoed throughout the events leading up to this year's commemorations of the 1944 D-Day landings in Normandy. By Tara Copp, AP
23 months ago Today we are breaking down fact from fiction, myth from verity. Pilots, air battle managers and combat systems operators who sign new contracts will receive between $15,000 and $50,000 annually for three to 12 years. Dozens of World War II veterans have traveled to Normandy this week to mark the 79th anniversary of D-Day. Each service has its own vision requirements for enlistment or commission. But within the branches, specific occupations have different standards. The fighter jet responding to the wayward small plane caused a loud sonic boom that was heard across the capital region. The aircraft also participated in a joint military event in the town of Tuzla with Bosnia’s multi-ethnic army and U.S. Army Special Forces. Sgt. Maj. Steven Burkett has even swung some kettlebells with then-Commandant Gen. Robert Neller. Memorial Day is a time to mourn the nation’s fallen troops, but has also been about taking time off, since the 1860s. Load More