Here are some of the best photographs from ‘the Gunny’ R. Lee Ermey’s Arlington funeralThe Vietnam veteran and staff sergeant was buried on Friday in Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors.By Andrea Scott5 years ago
‘A legacy of honorable and faithful service’: Iconic Marine R. Lee Ermey laid to rest in snowy Arlington National Cemetery The actor and former Marine who played the iconic drill instructor in "Full Metal Jacket" was laid to rest Friday.By Andrea Scott5 years ago
50 years later, Marine gunny to be awarded the Medal of Honor for Hue City heroics Retired Sgt. Maj. John Canley will be awarded the Medal of Honor at a White House ceremony on Oct. 17.By Shawn Snow6 years ago
Actor Al Matthews, Marine vet who played Gunnery Sgt. Apone in ‘Aliens,' dies at 75Al Matthews served in Vietnam with the 1st Marine Division.By Shawn Snow6 years ago
‘Full Metal Jacket’ actor, Marine icon R. Lee Ermey dies at 74R. Lee Ermey is best known for his pivotal role as Gunnery Sergeant Hartman in “Full Metal Jacket.” He would go on to star in television shows and inspire Marines everywhere.By Michelle Tan6 years ago
President signs bill paving way for Vietnam gunny Medal of HonorPresident Trump has signed into law a bill paving the way for Marine Gunny John Canley to receive the Medal of Honor.By Shawn Snow6 years ago