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'Lt. Dan' Actor Gary Sinise Cancels Memorial Day Appearances in DC
He was set to attend a 25th anniversary screening of "Forrest Gump" on the National Mall and cohost the National Memorial Day...
Visit the Poppy Wall of Honor in DC This Memorial Day Weekend
The USAA Poppy Wall of Honor returns to the National Mall for a second straight year this Memorial Day weekend.
A Visit with Gary Sinise: Memorial Day, Lt. Dan and Why He's a Grateful American
Sinise spoke to us about his experiences with the National Memorial Day Concert, "Forrest Gump" and his memoir "Grateful Amer...
See 'Forrest Gump' at the National Mall on Memorial Day Weekend
Sammy L. Davis, the Medal of Honor recipient known as "The Real Forrest Gump," will make an appearance at the event.
This World War II Vet Is Turning 100, and She'd Like a Birthday Card from You
World War II veteran Charlotte Schwid will be celebrating her 100th birthday on May 22 at the Eagle River VFW Post 9785 in Al...
'Apollo 11': Flag Planted
The stunning new documentary "'Apollo 11" has been released on home video just in time for the 50th anniversary of the ship's...
Former SEAL Remi Adeleke Wants the Military to Take More Chances on Inner City Kids
Remi Adeleke has an amazing story to share, and the fact that he served as a Navy SEAL is almost incidental to his epic tale.
Stallone Can't, Won't Stop With the Action in 'Escape Plan: The Extractors'
Stallone keeps pumping iron and delivering the action at a level unimaginable for a man his age.
Here's the Complete Schedule for TCM's 75th Anniversary of D-Day Series
Never Surrender: WWII in the Movies features introductions filmed at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans .
Sound Off: How Bad Were the Master Chief's 'Strip Club' Comments, Anyway?
Navy Command Master Chief Jonas Carter has been forced out over his order that sailors "clap like we're at a strip club."
Movie Will Show How WWII's 'Operation Mincemeat' Helped Ensure an Allied Victory
The British WWII counterintelligence operation used a dead body to mislead Germany about Allied plans to invade Sicily in 194...
Army Ranger & NFL Player Alejandro Villanueva Is Now a ‘Call of Duty’ Star
Former West Point football star, Army Ranger and current Pittsburgh Steeler Alejandro Villanueva got a chance to play a chara...
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Navy IDs Officer Who Died Aboard the Arlington; NCIS Probe Continues
Navy officials have identified the woman who died aboard a ship during a port stop in Spain as Lt. Kaylie Ludwig.
VA Ready to Roll Out Mission Act Program on June 6 But Expect Glitches: Officials
Officials say the benefits of a system giving veterans more say in their own health care outweigh any drawbacks.
Thunder's End: Rolling Thunder to Mark Final Memorial Day Event This Weekend
This year's annual Rolling Thunder veterans tribute will be the last.
Top Marine Makes Plea to End Suicide, Says 'Zero Shame' in Admitting Problem
Active-duty suicide rates in the Navy and Marine Corps reached a 10-year high last year.
Navy to Change Pilot Call Sign Protocol After Minority Aviators Report Bias
The head of naval aviation has directed the creation of a new process for approving and reviewing pilots' call signs.
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For the select few who saw this moment, it was jaw-dropping.
Army Taps Five Firms to Study How to Mount 30mm Cannons on Strykers
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Navy News
WWII Researcher: Sea Wreck Must Be Plane of US MIA Pilot
It is the only American aircraft lost at that precise spot.
Navy: Sailor Contacted Russians, Pleads Guilty to Espionage
According to Navy court documents, Kellogg, 26, was in contact with Sevmash, Russia's largest shipbuilding enterprise.
Senate Committee's Defense Spending Plan Includes More Money for Amphibs
The Senate Armed Services Committee's budget plan would restore some funding for Navy warships that Marines say they need .
Air Force News
Utah-Based F-35A Squadron Deploys to US Base in Italy
Hill AFB officials said the squadron will participate in exercises and conduct training with other Europe-based aircraft.
More US Troops Are Deploying to the Middle East to Counter Iran
Shanahan announced the move Friday to "safeguard U.S. forces given the ongoing threat posed by Iranian forces."
Air Force Agrees to Reimburse West Virginia City for Chemical Cleanup
The Air Force has agreed to reimburse $4.9 million to the city of Martinsburg, West Virginia.
Marine Corps News
Russian Court Extends Arrest for Marine Veteran Accused of Spying
A Russian court on Friday extended the arrest for Paul Whelan, who complained in court about abuse in custody.
Top Marine Makes Plea to End Suicide, Says 'Zero Shame' in Admitting Problem
Active-duty suicide rates in the Navy and Marine Corps reached a 10-year high last year.
10-Day Tribute Run at Fort Gordon Honoring Fallen Marines, Sailors Concludes
During the closing ceremony, 1,500 dog tags that service members ran with hung on a cross.
Coast Guard News
Purple Hearts Finally Awarded to Coast Guard Crew Killed in World War I
The cutter Tampa was sunk by a U-boat torpedo in 1918, killing all 131 aboard.
Fleet Week Brings Navy, Marines and Coast Guard to New York
Nearly 3,000 members of the Navy, Marines and Coast Guard are expected in the city as part of the week-long affair.
Bolton: Coast Guard to Help Reassert US Leadership in Arctic
Bolton said the Coast Guard also will play an important role as the administration pressures Cuba, Venezuela and Nicaragua.