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The World War II destroyer escort that fought like a battleship
Many acts of heroism occurred during the Battle of Leyte Gulf, including a remarkable fight by the destroyer escort Samuel B Roberts.
By Jon Guttman
Remains of Korean War soldier from NY ID’ed after 71 years
Army Sgt. Howard R. Belden was accounted for on Oct. 14, 2021, according to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency.
US airman shot down over Romania in WWII is accounted for
Army Air Forces Staff Sgt. Charles G. McMackin, 26, was accounted for in August 2020.
Military veterans will tell the stories of the ‘forever wars’
When the youngest troops don’t remember the event that sparked the fight, passion fades, even within the armed forces.
By Kelly Kennedy, The War Horse
Lawmakers seek out lessons from US involvement in Afghanistan
The U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations was the latest in a series of hearings into policy decisions regarding the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan in August.
By Zinya Salfiti, Medill News Service
World War II US veterans recall flying aid to China
The Flying Tigers were sent by President Franklin Roosevelt before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in December, 1941, drew the United States into the war.
By Sam Mcneil
UNC law students help Vietnam War veteran get Purple Heart
Spencer served in the infantry in South Vietnam, where he was hit in the neck with shrapnel.
By Kate Murphy, News & Observer via the AP
Veteran reflects on Vietnam through old letters home
The letters tell a story that may be familiar to veterans of all wars and the loved ones they wrote home to.
By Jake Goodrick
The oldest living WWII veteran, now 112, wants to be remembered as a ‘good soldier’
Lawrence Brooks was drafted and entered the army in 1940.
By Kristine Froeba
Excerpt: ‘Reign of Terror’ examines the War on Terror and its impact on America
The overwhelming majority of Americans experienced the 9/11 era as a media event.
By Spencer Ackerman