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Army Ranger veteran receives Medal of Honor for Korean War heroism
Badly wounded, Col. Puckett told his soldiers to leave him behind as they withdrew. They didn’t listen, nor did they ever forget.
By Davis Winkie
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Retired Ranger Col. Ralph Puckett, 94, to receive Medal of Honor for Korean War battle
The battle for Hill 205 was part of a counteroffensive that marked the Chinese entrance into the Korean War, destroyed the Eighth Army’s right flank and triggered a massive U.S. retreat.
By Kyle Rempfer
Soldier to receive Medal of Honor for Iraq hostage rescue
An American soldier who helped rescue about 70 hostages set to be executed by Islamic State militants in Iraq has been approved to receive the Medal of Honor for actions during a daring 2015 raid, The Associated Press has learned.
From 75th Ranger Regiment to the Pentagon, Gen. Clarke now helms SOCOM
Balancing the fight against violent extremist groups, while countering a rising China and resurgent Russia, will likely lead his agenda.
By Kyle Rempfer
Even the Coast Guard has sharper snipers than the Marines
The Marine Corps placed 10th overall, just behind the Coast Guard.
By Shawn Snow
A new push to recruit and retain the best candidates for the infantry
The task force is using a variety of methods, including big data and analytics, to find the best troops for the close combat force.
By Todd South