Navy petty officer awarded for showdown with Somali piratesThe boatswain’s mate, who grew up in Egypt, was awarded for his gutsy role in responding to a pirate attack on a commercial tanker in the Gulf of Aden.By Hope Hodge Seck12 days ago
US Navy unveils newest Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS IowaThe 377-foot vessel can dive to depths of more than 800 feet below the surface and maneuver at speeds of over 25 knots.By Zita Ballinger Fletcher3 weeks ago
Marine Corps introduces drone attack teamThe Marine Corps created the team in response to the rising use of unmanned aerial vehicles in international conflicts.By Riley Ceder3 weeks ago
Marines save injured motorcyclist stranded in California desertA man had been stranded for nearly two days after flipping his off-road motorcycle when a Marine helicopter crew spotted him.By Riley Ceder5 weeks ago
Pentagon sending Stryker brigade, more troops to US-Mexico borderAbout 3,000 troops, including a general support aviation battalion, will arrive along the border in the coming weeks.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press8 weeks ago
Navy jet crashes off San Diego coast; 2 crew members rescuedA Coast Guard official said the two occupants of the E/A-18G Growler were picked up after the crash and are in stable condition.By Tara Copp, AP2 months ago