“After the recent devastating wildfire in Lahaina, Maui, the U.S. military has intensified its support role in the recovery process. Just a week following the wildfire that left over 100 lives lost, the U.S. military’s presence has been instrumental in the ongoing search and recovery operations. Army Gen. Charles A. Fynn, the leading commander of…
The Make a Wish Foundation Helps Young Cade Liles’ Marine Corps Journey Come True MCRD San Diego, CA – While it typically takes 13 intensive weeks for a recruit to earn the prestigious title of United States Marine, for 13-year-old Cade Liles, the embodiment of that dream was realized in just 48 hours. Organizations like…
In the wake of relentless wildfires blazing through the scenic Hawaiian island of Maui, the Defense Department (DOD) intensifies its commitment to reinforce state and local efforts to secure lives and curtail the devastation, relayed Pentagon Press Secretary, Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder. The National Guard has ramped up its strength with 134 troops,…
Washington, DC – The Secretary of the Navy, Carlos Del Toro, unveiled that the forthcoming Navajo-class Towing, Salvage, and Rescue (T-ATS) ship would be christened in tribute to Solomon Atkinson, a trailblazing Navy SEAL and member of the Metlakatla Indian Community from the Annette Islands Reserve, Alaska. This announcement, made on the Metlakatla’s Founders Day,…
Gazing into another’s eyes often reveals hints of their emotions or character. But when those eyes belong to a veteran or active-duty service member, you might find yourself pondering the tales they could narrate. Service members endure various challenges, including deployments and family separations, and some bear unseen scars, physical, mental, or emotional, long after…
Joint Base Andrews, MD (AFNS) – Three Tuskegee Airmen, along with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., convened at Joint Base Andrews on July 26 to mark the diamond jubilee of military desegregation. The ceremony also saw the official induction of a PT-17 Stearman, an iconic aircraft of the era, into the…
In a ground-breaking development, a U.S. federal judge revoked the court-martial conviction of Army Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl, a decision that has stirred the U.S. military community. Bergdahl, who deserted his post in 2009, ended up spending five grueling years as a captive of the Taliban. Bergdahl, following his court-martial conviction in 2017, was subject to…
When a medical emergency strikes, immediate care should be your top priority. For Veterans living at a distance from a VA emergency room, it’s crucial to know that the VA can still provide coverage even if the treatment is at a non-VA facility. Here’s what you need to know about VA’s emergency care coverage and…
“Kachi Kapshida” – the Korean phrase that encapsulates the enduring bond between the U.S. and South Korea, translates to “We go together”. It mirrors the profound alliance between the two nations, particularly on the military front. The Korean Peninsula is a testament to this solidarity, where over 28,000 U.S. service members currently work shoulder-to-shoulder with…
Online Filing for Veterans’ Supplemental Claims Now Available at VA.gov Washington, D.C. – In line with the VA’s relentless pursuit of modernization, Veterans can now file supplemental claims online through VA.gov. This feature caters to Veterans who want to contest previously denied decisions concerning their VA disability compensation or pension benefits. Related Articles: The newly…
