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Why Truman changed the ‘War Department’ to the ‘Department of Defense’

Just a few months after the conclusion of World War II, President Truman announced his goal to implement a new governing structure for the military.

By Claire Barrett

30 hours ago

Navy seeks to expand Guam housing to support troop buildup

The service expects military personnel on Guam to grow from 17,000 active-duty members in fiscal 2024 to almost 24,000 personnel in fiscal 2033.

2 days ago

He was bayoneted in Guam. Shot on Iwo. Now, at 100, he is a sergeant.

At just 16, Frank S. Wright lied about his age to join the Marine Corps and went on to see combat on Guadalcanal, New Georgia, Guam and Iwo Jima.

By Claire Barrett

2 weeks ago

Navy pledges almost $300 million for new housing on Guam

In May, an independent government watchdog released a report on subpar barracks conditions on Andersen Air Force Base.

2 months ago

USS Oscar Austin crew awarded combat action ribbon for Red Sea actions

The destroyer provided combat support to the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group in the Red Sea.

3 months ago

USS Harry S. Truman returns to US after months of battling Houthis

The Truman saw continuous action for over 50 days, conducting precision airstrikes and launching missiles while under constant fire from Houthi militants.

By Zita Ballinger Fletcher

4 months ago