Cannonballs, a sword blade and a wagon wheel are among the artifacts found in the Congaree River. Three decades later, a platoon that saw action before and during the Battle of Mogadishu has yet to receive recognition for their valor. Vincent Speranza, an American paratrooper who became known as the soldier who doled out beer to his wounded comrades, died Wednesday at 98. Northwest Battle Buddies has paired 212 veterans with service dogs to help them cope with life beyond the battlefield. By Dave Lubach
9 months ago Known as a Good Luck Flag, it was displayed for 29 years at the USS Lexington Museum in Corpus Christi, Texas. To this day, desperate cries of “It’s Johnny Reb, not Johnny Rub!” echo throughout the South. The village of Bamber Bridge in northwestern England is marking the 80th anniversary of what’s now known as the Battle of Bamber Bridge. A controversial first-person shooter based on an actual battle and featuring real-life Marines in the game is now available to play on PC. By Matt Sampson
10 months ago VA officials said the flags will be allowed to be displayed at department sites through June. It has become one of the most enduring photographs of the Vietnam War. Load More