A ‘mixed reality’ goggle with target ID, tracking and weapon link could field by 2021
Researchers are using the Microsoft HoloLens 2 platform to design the goggle.
Wounded Warrior Regiment CO fired for ’his job performance and personal leadership choices’
The Corps is looking into allegations made against Miller, but a formal investigation has not been started yet.
Pentagon IDs two soldiers killed in Afghanistan helicopter crash
Chief Warrant Officer 2 David Knadle, 33, and Chief Warrant Officer 2 Kirk Fuchigami Jr., 25, were killed after their helicopter crashed in Afghanistan’s Logar province, according to the Pentagon.
Illegal immigrant charged in hit-and-run death of Marine Vietnam veteran
Detectives allege the veteran was struck by the front of the Toyota and dragged more than 50 feet.
The list of military sites with suspected ‘forever chemicals’ contamination has grown
But the Pentagon did not say where the sites are or the extent of the contamination, if any.
Kathleen Bourque and 1st Lt. Conor McDowell’s life together was cut ­tragically short following the accident. But the two fell in love almost instantaneously after connecting on the dating app known as Hinge around June 2018. (Kathleen Bourque)

Losing life, love in a vehicle rollover: How this Marine’s family is fighting back

In his last seconds alive, 1st Lt. Conor McDowell prepared his Marines and shouted a warning for an impending rollover — helping prevent further injury to the team.
Esper doesn’t regret delaying military drills, despite North Korea snub
U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper says he does not regret postponing a U.S.-South Korean military air exercise, even though the gesture was rejected by North Korea as not enough to restart nuclear diplomacy.

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How the long-term effect of Trump’s recent war crimes actions could play out
The move could undermine military justice or set it straight.
US Defense Secretary Esper accuses China of intimidating smaller Asian nations
U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Wednesday accused China of using coercion and intimidation against smaller Asian nations to impose its will in the South China Sea. He urged Vietnam and others in the region to push back.
Top defense official offers continued support for Army officer linked to Trump impeachment efforts
Deputy Defense Secretary David Norquist said military officials will support and protect whistleblowers.
Carrier transits Strait of Hormuz for the first time since deployment
A U.S. aircraft carrier ordered by the White House to rapidly deploy to the Mideast over a perceived threat from Iran has transited the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since its deployment.
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