Marine Corps’ longest-held Vietnam War POW, Harlan Chapman, dies at 89Marine aviator Harlan Chapman once spent 2,657 days in captivity before his release in 1973. The retired lieutenant colonel passed away Monday, May 6.5 days ago
Pilot reported fire on vintage military plane before Alaska crashThe C54D-DC airplane — a military version of the WWII-era Douglas DC-4 aircraft — crashed outside Fairbanks Tuesday. No survivors were found.3 weeks ago
Military HistorySearch begins for wreckage of ace pilot Richard Bong’s crashed planeTwo historical groups are looking for Richard Bong's Lockheed P-38 Lightning plane, nicknamed “Marge” in honor of his girlfriend, Marjorie Vattendahl.
Want to talk to a WWII vet? AI can help at this New Orleans museumAn AI-powered exhibit will enable visitors to the National WWII Museum to ask questions of war-era heroes and supporters of the U.S. war effort.8 weeks ago
First look: ‘The Honor Project: Reflections on Courage’Beginning March 12, "The Honor Project: Reflections on Courage," a special nine-part series from Military Times. Visit Military Times YouTube for more.2 months ago
Tornado damages buildings, hangars at Wright-Patterson AFBOne of the damaged hangars is involved in restoring the only surviving B-17D Flying Fortress bomber.2 months ago
Like father, like son: Book explores legacy of first Black generalIt took a lot of questions and a decade of research for Doug Melville to learn the extent of his family's military history.3 months ago
102-year-old British veteran flies Spitfire on bumpy charity rideJack Hemmings, an ex-squadron leader with Britain’s air force, is believed to be the oldest pilot to fly the World War II plane.3 months ago
In reversal, judge allows removal of Confederate memorial at ArlingtonAllegations that the removal efforts amounted to grave desecration “were, at best, ill-informed and, at worst, inaccurate," the judge said.5 months ago
Judge weighs removal of Confederate memorial at Arlington CemeteryA commission recommended the memorial's removal last year after reviewing names of military bases commemorating Confederate leaders.5 months ago
Judge issues order keeping Confederate memorial at Arlington CemeteryThe Army had planned to remove the memorial this week.5 months ago
Confederate memorial to be removed from Arlington National CemeteryA Confederate memorial is to be removed from Arlington National Cemetery in northern Virginia in the coming days, a cemetery official said.5 months ago
Last surviving Alaskan taken by Japan during WWII diesJapan invaded Attu in June 1942 and held the Attuans captive in Japan. The invasion prompted the only World War II battle on North American soil.5 months ago
23 things veterans carry with them for lifeTinnitus, knee pain, an old pair of combat boots.6 months ago
6 World War II documentaries you need to watchNumerous documentaries have ventured to convey the immense sacrifices of WWII.6 months ago
Confederate military relics unearthed in South Carolina river cleanupCannonballs, a sword blade and a wagon wheel are among the artifacts found in the Congaree River.6 months ago
In war for talent, Army’s new direct commissions an admin ‘disaster’The Army's direct commissioning machine has slowly creaked to life in recent years, but will it be ready for the next war's demands?6 months ago
The unsung heroes of the Black Hawk Down incidentThree decades later, a platoon that saw action before and during the Battle of Mogadishu has yet to receive recognition for their valor.6 months ago
With Eisenhower renaming, Army’s 100+ years honoring Confederates endsThe Friday ceremony marked the conclusion of the post-renaming process.7 months ago