Navy commissions latest littoral combat ship, the USS Nantucket
Nov 17, 2024 · The U.S. Navy welcomed another littoral combat ship into its ranks. The USS Nantucket, a Freedom-class littoral combat ship, was commissioned Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Charlestown Navy Ship Yard in ...
Veterans disability benefits are already under attack, experts warn
Dec 3, 2024 · A growing chorus is calling for cuts to Veteran Affairs disability benefits as a way to save federal dollars — a move that ignores the very real costs of two decades of war, and could cause ...
Navy shoots down its own F/A-18 in Red Sea fight - Task & Purpose
Dec 22, 2024 · A U.S. Navy cruiser shot down a Navy F/A-18 fighter jet over the Red Sea early Sunday morning, U.S. Central Command said. The F/A-18 was shot by weapons from the guided-missile cruiser the USS ...
Army developing new robotics tech job for modern battlefield
Oct 31, 2024 · Army special operations officials are developing a new robotics tech warrant officer career field that would be dedicated to incorporating robots and autonomous systems into military operations.
A guide to every beret worn by American service members - Task …
Oct 19, 2023 · Donning your beret is likely one of the proudest moments in your military career. Each beret has a long history, usually unique to the unit and the military personnel wearing it.
What is PSYOP Assessment and Selection like? - Task & Purpose
Jan 26, 2024 · PSYOP assessment and selection requirements. The path to PSYOP can start after you’ve already joined or if you’re new to the Army. For initial entry soldiers, you must go through Military ...
What’s the difference between Army Rangers and Green Berets?
Feb 2, 2024 · The U.S. Army Special Forces, or Green Berets, and their tan beret-wearing brothers — Army Rangers — have proven their grit on the battlefield over decades of war.
What is a '100% disability' rating at the VA and what does it mean
Dec 9, 2024 · Some of the health conditions that typically qualify for a 100% disability rating, according to the VA, include the loss of a hand and foot; the loss of both hands or both feet; and complete ...
First Air Force woman with Silver Star among 32 honored aircrew
Nov 15, 2024 · On Nov. 12, 30 fighter pilots and airmen were recognized for missions during the largest air-to-air enemy engagement in over 50 years, according to the Air Force.The crew of one F-15E, pilot Maj ...
What the Army and Navy academies look for in future officers
Dec 14, 2024 · A West Point cadet marches in formation on the field of Northwest Stadium as part of the pre-game ceremonies for the 2024 Army-Navy football game in Landover, Maryland, Dec. 14, 2024.