VA to mark 9/11 anniversary with volunteer opportunities at national cemeteries
The VA will mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks by hosting volunteer events on Saturday, Sept. 12, at more than 144 locations.
By Patricia Kime
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Veterans fight against arch that would obstruct view of Arlington Cemetery
Advocacy groups continue their push to halt Trump’s plans to construct a 250-foot-tall arch that would obstruct the view of Arlington National Cemetery.
How the Corps is celebrating its birthday in the time of COVID-19
How are you celebrating?
By Philip Athey
COVID-19 scare forces VA Secretary to miss Veterans Day event
Robert Wilkie was in close contact last week with HUD Secretary Ben Carson, who tested positive on Monday.
How veterans can still serve after they take off the uniform
For many veterans, volunteering can work to ease the transition to civilian life. Here's a round-up of some VSOs veterans can volunteer for.
By Jared Morgan
Documentary follows 96-year-old World War II veteran’s return of portrait stolen in France
The documentary "The Silent Soldier and the Portrait" delves into two secrets World War II veteran John Waller kept.
By Stacy Parker, The Virginian-Pilot via the AP
Renewing our commitment to veterans with disabilities
Businesses can thank veterans who are blind by opening the door to greater opportunities for this untapped workforce, says the author of this commentary.
By Kevin Lynch
Seeking the Military Suicide Solution Podcast, Episode 41: Kim Donohue on suicide prevention at the state and local level
Kim Donohue is the suicide and homelessness program manager for the Nevada Department of Veteran Services.
Former military leaders: Trump’s tweet is ‘attack on our electoral process’
The president's role as commander in chief is also to protect service members' rights, including their right to vote, former military leaders say.
By Karen Jowers
‘To be courageous is to do what’s right’: Marine Corps releases its 245th birthday video
The commandant’s 2020 birthday message features highly decorated Marines who fought in World War II, Vietnam and Afghanistan.
By Philip Athey
Tom Hardy headlines star-studded cast for big screen adaptation of ‘The Things They Carried’
Filming is expected to start in early 2021, pending unexpected delays resulting from COVID-19.
By J.D. Simkins
Commandant’s Reading List includes books about female Marines for the first time ― but is it enough?
The reading list “is a big deal because it’s out there and it lasts."
By Philip Athey