Army, Marine Corps vehicles not ready for combat, watchdog findsIndustry challenges and reductions in vehicle overhauls have kneecapped vehicle combat readiness in the Army and Marine Corps, the GAO report said.By Zita Ballinger Fletcher10 days ago
An enduring symbol: why troops keep naming things after reptilesFrom cobras to gators, reptilian mascots and call signs appear on patches, aircraft and unit logos across every branch. Why?By Clay Beyersdorfer10 days ago
Seven ‘Nisei’ soldiers of the 442nd posthumously receive commission Army Secretary Dan Driscoll posthumously promoted seven second-generation Japanese American soldiers, known as Nisei, to the rank of second lieutenant.By Claire Barrett11 days ago
Buffalo chicken, Thai and Cuban food coming to the MRE lineup in 2026Three current, low-rated meal options are going away next year.By Todd South2 weeks ago
Marines retire ‘workhorse’ Assault Amphibious Vehicle after 50 yearsFrom the shores of Grenada to the deserts of Iraq, Assault Amphibious Vehicles shielded and carried Marines from ship to sea to shore since 1972.By Claire Barrett4 weeks ago
Several sailors treated for minor injuries after USS New Orleans blazeU.S. Navy crews and the Japan Coast Guard fought the blaze for about 11 hours before extinguishing it Thursday morning.By Carla Babb2 months ago