How a WWII ace became the unlikely honoree of a submarine combat awardJohn Galvin became an ace pilot during WWII, but his most prized award may have been his Submarine Combat Patrol Insignia.By Jon Guttman3 weeks ago
Grand jury indicts CEO of military privatized housing company The Michaels Organization CEO has taken a leave of absence to "focus on vigorously defending himself" against racketeering allegations, the company said.By Karen Jowers5 weeks ago
A look at where the Navy’s 11 aircraft carriers are nowHere's where the service's carriers stand, whether preparing to deploy, currently deployed or undergoing maintenance and repairs.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press5 weeks ago
Proposal would boost retirement help for military working dogsLawmakers want to start a new grant program to cover medical costs for retired military working dogs.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
Senator wants answers on DOD’s medical treatment for terror victimsSen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., wants to know how often military medical facilities have treated victims of terror.By Karen Jowers2 months ago
How the Gaza pier traces its origins to tossed cigar boxes before WWIIThe remarkable story of how a Navy officer's innovation evolved into the concept behind the U.S.-built floating pier.By Frank A. Blazich Jr., Smithsonian Institution, The Conversation2 months ago