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Civil War artifacts are displayed at a press conference celebrating the early completion of the Congaree River cleanup on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 in Columbia, S.C.

Confederate military relics unearthed in South Carolina river cleanup

Cannonballs, a sword blade and a wagon wheel are among the artifacts found in the Congaree River.

2 weeks ago

Marine arrested for trespassing after unfurling white nationalist banner could be promoted

Sgt. Michael Chesny was selected to be promoted to staff sergeant after his May 20 arrest.

By Jeff Schogol

6 years ago

Two Marines who unfurled white supremacist banner get no jail time

The North Carolina-based Marines were arrested in May at a pro-Confederate rally. One remains in the Corps, the other may soon be separated.

By Jeff Schogol

6 years ago

Navy official: Ship name honoring Confederate victory unlikely to change

The Navy is unlikely to change the name of a cruiser named after a Confederate Civil War victory.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

6 years ago

There are 10 posts named after Confederates. Should the Army re-name them?

As local governments and college campuses take down more and more monuments to Confederate heroes, eyes are turning to the military — particularly the Army, which has 10 installations named after Confederate officers.

By Meghann Myers

6 years ago

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