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Document the stories of the ‘Greatest Generation’ before it’s too late
In this Veterans Day op-ed, a military history filmmaker implores Americans to document the stories of World War II veterans while they're still alive.
By Luke Basso
Will a new push to end veteran suicide have more success than past promises?
A just-released White House campaign and upcoming congressional legislative push aim to reduce the 20 veterans lost each day to suicide.
Okinawa urges US to do more to stop virus outbreak at bases while Marines report 36 new cases
The governor of the southern Japanese island of Okinawa urged the government on Wednesday to pressure the U.S. military to do more to stop an escalating coronavirus outbreak at American bases there that has infected more than 130 Marines.
New West Point cadets arriving for Reception Day tested for COVID-19 amid pandemic
New cadet candidates arriving at the U.S. Military Academy on Monday were promptly tested for COVID-19, stood at attention in face masks and were given shouted orders to wash their hands.
US government launches campaign to reduce high suicide rates, particularly among veterans
The federal government launched a broad national campaign Tuesday aimed at reducing high suicide rates, urging the public to reach out to others, especially during the coronavirus pandemic, and acknowledge daily stresses in people's lives.
Independence Day military flyovers to go over DC, 4 other cities
Military aircraft will fly over D.C., four other U.S. cities to celebrate Independence Day.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Best pics of the week: June 28, 2020
Aircraft carriers in the Indo-Pacific area of operations, Misawa Air Base Elephant Walk, diving qualifications and more in this week's Frontline Photos.
Second lady Karen Pence, a Marine mom, takes key role in veterans suicide prevention effort
The military mom will spearhead a White House campaign on veterans mental health and suicide prevention in coming months.
Every Army senior leader will ‘become an active recruiter’ to net 10,000 new soldiers
Army officials said they're about 2,000-soldiers ahead of their 50,200-troop retention goal for the fiscal year.
By Kyle Rempfer
Long-awaited report on veterans suicide calls for public awareness campaign, better research tools
The roadmap also calls for more community partnerships and broader discussion about safe storage of guns for veterans dealing with mental health problems.
Top 10 accessories Dad needs for the range
From eye and ear protection to ruggedly beautiful carrying bags, these 10 Father's Day gifts are just right for Dad to bring to the shooting range.
By The Loadout Room