Pandemic makes for a lonely D-Day observance in Normandy
Compared to last year, when many tens of thousands came to the northern French beaches of Normandy to cheer the dwindling number of veterans and celebrate three-quarters of a century of liberation from Nazi oppression, the coronavirus lockdown turned this year’s remembrance into one of the eeriest ever.
Compared to last year, when many tens of thousands came to the northern French beaches of Normandy to cheer the dwindling number of veterans and celebrate three-quarters of a century of liberation from Nazi oppression, the coronavirus lockdown turned this year’s remembrance into one of the eeriest ever.
Marine Corps bans display of Confederate flag
The U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) banned display of the Confederate flag at its military installations Friday, on everything from bumper stickers to coffee mugs.
The U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) banned display of the Confederate flag at its military installations Friday, on everything from bumper stickers to coffee mugs.
Navy vet Michael White back in US after release from Iran detention
U.S. Navy veteran Michael White arrived back in the U.S. early Friday after his release from Iran following nearly two years of detention.
U.S. Navy veteran Michael White arrived back in the U.S. early Friday after his release from Iran following nearly two years of detention.
North Texas veteran's roof replaced for free
Veteran David McClendon received a new roof Wednesday for free. It was a way to thank him for his years of service.
Veteran David McClendon received a new roof Wednesday for free. It was a way to thank him for his years of service.
Army: Esper reverses plan to send active-duty troops home
In an abrupt reversal, Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Wednesday overturned an earlier Pentagon decision to send a couple hundred active-duty soldiers home from the Washington, D.C., region, amid growing tensions with the White House over the military response to the protests.
In an abrupt reversal, Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Wednesday overturned an earlier Pentagon decision to send a couple hundred active-duty soldiers home from the Washington, D.C., region, amid growing tensions with the White House over the military response to the protests.
Some cadets at West Point ahead of graduation where Trump set to speak test positive for coronavirus
A handful of cadets from the U.S. Military Academy Class of 2020 who were expected to attend a graduation ceremony where President Donald Trump is scheduled to serve as the commencement speaker this month have tested positive for the novel coronavirus.
A handful of cadets from the U.S. Military Academy Class of 2020 who were expected to attend a graduation ceremony where President Donald Trump is scheduled to serve as the commencement speaker this month have tested positive for the novel coronavirus.
Private Memorial Day ceremony held at DFW Cemetery
The rain held off Monday morning for a small, private Memorial Day ceremony at the Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery.
The rain held off Monday morning for a small, private Memorial Day ceremony at the Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery.
Trump honors fallen soldiers during Memorial Day events in Maryland and Virginia
President Donald Trump has honored America’s fallen service members as he commemorates Memorial Day in the midst of a pandemic.
President Donald Trump has honored America’s fallen service members as he commemorates Memorial Day in the midst of a pandemic.
Honor drive held for Carry the Load 2020 due to COVID-19 pandemic
A Memorial Day tradition that raised $25 million for service members and veterans continues today.
A Memorial Day tradition that raised $25 million for service members and veterans continues today.
United States Air Force Band honors fallen service members with powerful tribute
The United States Air Force Band paid tribute to fallen service members with a powerful video.
The United States Air Force Band paid tribute to fallen service members with a powerful video.
Volunteers unable to place flags at DFW National Cemetery for Memorial Day due to COVID-19 pandemic
Memorial Day events across the country are being canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Memorial Day events across the country are being canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
A commemoration of American heroes: The origin of Memorial Day
While many have been accustomed to a three-day weekend in late-May for years, not everyone knows of the origin of the commemorative holiday.
While many have been accustomed to a three-day weekend in late-May for years, not everyone knows of the origin of the commemorative holiday.
Patriotic movies and shows you can watch from home on Memorial Day weekend
Here is the perfect list of patriotic films and shows you can watch to remember those who lost their lives while serving in the U.S. armed forces.
Here is the perfect list of patriotic films and shows you can watch to remember those who lost their lives while serving in the U.S. armed forces.
How you can help a veteran during the COVID-19 pandemic
They’ve dedicated themselves to serving America. Here’s how you can help out former U.S. military members.
They’ve dedicated themselves to serving America. Here’s how you can help out former U.S. military members.
Despite COVID-19 canceling party plans, WWII veteran celebrates 102nd birthday singing, dancing
Marietta man and World War II veteran celebrated his 102nd birthday with no party due to social distancing, but that didn't stop him from singing and dancing a little.
Marietta man and World War II veteran celebrated his 102nd birthday with no party due to social distancing, but that didn't stop him from singing and dancing a little.
WWII Marine vet, 99, beats COVID-19: 'I've gone through hell more than once and this came almost as close'
A 99-year-old Marine veteran earned a new medal this week -- to go along with the two Purple Hearts he was given for his actions during World War II -- after winning a long and tough battle against the coronavirus.
A 99-year-old Marine veteran earned a new medal this week -- to go along with the two Purple Hearts he was given for his actions during World War II -- after winning a long and tough battle against the coronavirus.
‘Maybe your purpose isn’t on this planet’: U.S. Space Force releases recruitment video
The new military branch was formed in December 2019.
The new military branch was formed in December 2019.
101-year-old man beats COVID-19, celebrates birthday at Minneapolis VA
It was a rare, bright moment on the frontlines of the COVID-19 battle on Tuesday. The medical staff at the VA in Minneapolis marked Sammy Nilva’s 101st birthday before sending him home with his symptoms no longer requiring hospitalization.
It was a rare, bright moment on the frontlines of the COVID-19 battle on Tuesday. The medical staff at the VA in Minneapolis marked Sammy Nilva’s 101st birthday before sending him home with his symptoms no longer requiring hospitalization.
Scores of veterans killed in 'horrific' coronavirus outbreak at Massachusetts elder care facility
The coronavirus has killed at least 80 veterans at an elder care facility in Massachusetts, in what's being described as the deadliest known outbreak at a long-term care facility in the U.S.
The coronavirus has killed at least 80 veterans at an elder care facility in Massachusetts, in what's being described as the deadliest known outbreak at a long-term care facility in the U.S.
Navy to widen USS Roosevelt probe, delaying decision on commander
The United States Navy will widen its probe of the USS Roosevelt, a coronavirus-infected aircraft carrier, officials told the Associated Press.
The United States Navy will widen its probe of the USS Roosevelt, a coronavirus-infected aircraft carrier, officials told the Associated Press.