US Coast Guard to add heavy icebreaker amid shipbuilding overhaulThe new vessel will be the first heavy polar icebreaker to be built in the U.S. in about five decades. By Zita Ballinger Fletcher3 days ago
Europe marks 80th anniversary of World War II’s endThis V-E Day marks the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany's surrender to Allied forces.4 days ago
VA’s online legacy project adds names of 210,000 vets lost overseas The expansion of the veterans online memorial includes the names of almost 93,000 veterans killed overseas during World War II. By Leo Shane III4 days ago
Trump proclaims Thursday as day for US to celebrate victory in WWIITrump signed a proclamation Wednesday designating May 8, 2025, as a “day in celebration of Victory Day for World War II.” It is not a federal holiday.5 days ago
The subtle genius of the ‘chess scene’ in ‘Saving Private Ryan’ Captain Miller’s revelation humanizes soldiers and exposes the tragic irony of war. By Clay Beyersdorfer7 days ago
WWII ship accidentally sinks before US-Philippine ship-sinking drillThe BRP Miguel Malvar took on water while being towed ahead of a live-fire drill in the South China Sea.7 days ago