With new jets, Marines need new weapons for future fights
Marine aviation leaders are looking for upgraded weapons and munitions options for the Corps' growing fleet of F-35B and F-35C fighter jets.
Military History
For some Americans, the end of the Vietnam War is still deeply felt
Fifty years after the fall of Saigon, the Vietnam War continues to shape Americans' lives.
Marine Corps may scrap plan for SNCO barracks RAs over legal issue
A nearly $11 billion plan to overhaul Marine barracks by 2037 may have to ditch a plan that would have placed SNCOs in enlisted barracks to mentor Marines.
GOP bill repeals rule on how for-profit schools count vets benefits
Veterans advocates said the move to reopen the 90/10 loophole could once again allow predatory institutions to prey upon student veterans.
The real story behind that iconic Saigon evacuation photograph
One of the best-known images of the Vietnam War shows something other than what almost everyone thinks it does.
10 movies that defined the Vietnam War on the big screen
These 10 films, assembled to mark the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon, range from indelible anti-war classics to Vietnamese portraits of resistance.
Saigon was falling. President Ford was playing golf.
As the situation in Vietnam was deteriorating, President Ford could be found hitting the links.
House chairman asks Attorney General to investigate former VA leaders
House Veterans' Affairs Chairman Mike Bost suggested former department leaders could face criminal charges for past budget mistakes.
Army pilot claims he distributed LSD for religious reasons
The Army pilot believes LSD is a sacrament “necessary for his continued spiritual growth and development," his lawyers argued.
Historic Black female WWII unit receives congressional honor
The “Six Triple Eight” was honored Tuesday with the Congressional Gold Medal, following a long-running campaign to recognize their efforts.
Defense budget debate devolves into fight over Hegseth’s controversies
Objections over Republican plans to boost defense spending by $150 billion focused largely on the defense secretary's leadership.
Marines want to add counter-drone weapon to amphibious vehicle
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has propelled counter-UAS weaponry onto a priority list of add-ons for the vehicle, officials said.
Marine Reserve planning largest mobilization drills in decades
The exercises will stress-test the Corps' ability to mobilize its reserve forces in the event of a major military contingency.
Decision due soon about novel boats for seagoing Marine recon units
Service leaders are pondering the utility of new maritime reconnaissance companies, which would use the new watercraft.
Hegseth cancels women’s leadership program despite past Trump support
The Women, Peace & Security program was signed into law by Trump and had received backing from numerous Republican leaders.
Pentagon jobs cuts delay plans to expand assault, suicide prevention
Defense Department personnel cuts will delay plans to hire at least 1,000 more civilians for prevention work within the military, officials said.
This unit will be the next to field the Corps’ ship-killing missile
Ultimately the Marines will field 48 NEMESIS systems.
