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WWII vet gets 'Order of the Rising Sun' from...
The government of Japan has bestowed one of that nation's highest honors on a Japanese-American, a former U.S. Soldier and World War II veteran, for his work furthering relationships between the... MORE about WWII vet gets 'Order of the Rising Sun' from Japan's ambassador
Best Warriors honor veteran of World War II...
Retired Sgt. Tomas Fajardo, who served during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War, was honored by Soldiers who competed in the 2013 Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, Best Warrior... MORE about Best Warriors honor veteran of World War II, Korea, Vietnam
Torii Station hosts luau for spouses of...
A break in the start to Okinawa's rainy season allowed the Deployed Spouses Luau to go off without a hitch on Saturday at Torii Beach, giving military families the opportunity to socialize while... MORE about Torii Station hosts luau for spouses of deployed Service members
Soldiers, veterans celebrate Armed Forces Week...
In conjunction with Armed Forces Week, Natick Soldier Systems Center, Mass., held a series of gatherings for current Soldiers and veterans, May 15-17, 2013. MORE about Soldiers, veterans celebrate Armed Forces Week at Natick
Revised disability evaluation system improves...
Fort Bragg, N.C., which is one of the Army's premier posts, continues to lead the way in ensuring that Soldiers' and veterans' needs are met during their medical evaluation board and the transition... MORE about Revised disability evaluation system improves process for departing Soldiers
Arlington dedicates new columbarium with joint...
Though the six veterans whose service era spanned the Civil War to Vietnam had no known relatives to see them rendered full honors and final respects at Arlington National Cemetery May 9, 2013... MORE about Arlington dedicates new columbarium with joint committal service of veterans
SMA thanks veterans of 'greatest generation'
The veterans of World War II "gave something of themselves to protect each and every one of us, to do what needed to be done -- the dirty work of war," said the Army's top enlisted... MORE about SMA thanks veterans of 'greatest generation'
Army men win Naha Dragon Boat Race in Okinawa...
Congratulations to the U.S. Army men's and women's dragon boat teams in Okinawa for their first- and third-place finishes, respectively, in the Naha dragon boat race on May 5. MORE about Army men win Naha Dragon Boat Race in Okinawa, Army women finish third
Torii Station Soldiers visit Iwo Jima
Three U.S. Army Japan Soldiers stationed on Torii Station were recently given a rare opportunity to visit the hallowed ground atop Mount Suribachi on the tiny Pacific island of Iwo Jima. The... MORE about Torii Station Soldiers visit Iwo Jima
'Hiring Our Heroes' introduces personal...
The "Hiring Our Heroes" job fair at Joint Base Andrews, Md., introduced a new workshop, May 3, 2013, to assist job seekers with resumes, interview techniques and career transition skills. MORE about 'Hiring Our Heroes' introduces personal branding workshop at job fair
Army Engineer Regiment dedicates plaque to...
Alumni of the 317th Engineer Battalion, along with the Army Engineer Association and the U.S. Army Engineer School, conducted a plaque dedication ceremony April 18 for engineer Soldiers who served... MORE about Army Engineer Regiment dedicates plaque to 317th Engineer Battalion
New legislation helps veterans with employment
The largest city in the nation passed legislation making it easier for veterans to get licenses, certificates and permits to work thanks to new laws the mayor signed, April 2, 2013, in New York... MORE about New legislation helps veterans with employment
Former Paratrooper, medic helps transitioning...
Assistant Professor of Mathematics and a former Soldier Larry Huff is passionate about leveraging online education opportunities for transitioning service members. He created and manages a three... MORE about Former Paratrooper, medic helps transitioning Soldiers pass math placement exam
Army Warrior Games athletes compete during...
As part of the Army's Warrior Games selection process, the Warrior Transition Command hosted the Army's final archery and sitting volleyball trials on Fort Belvoir, Va., from Feb. 25 to March 1... MORE about Army Warrior Games athletes compete during archery, sitting volleyball trials
Soldiers escort vets to auto show
Several veterans from the Armed Forces Retirement Home here attended the Washington Auto Show, Feb. 5., thanks to Soldiers who volunteered to push them in their wheelchairs through the sprawling... MORE about Soldiers escort vets to auto show
Korean War veteran receives long overdue Silver...
Several hundred community members, well-wishers, dignitaries and friends gathered to view the presentation of the Silver Star Medal to William V. Wuorinen for heroic actions during combat... MORE about Korean War veteran receives long overdue Silver Star Medal
Veterans get a taste of new rations technology
Veterans from the small town of Hopkinton, Mass., recently got a taste of new military rations technology at their monthly veterans breakfast, courtesy of the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research... MORE about Veterans get a taste of new rations technology
IMCOM strives to better prepare Soldiers...
In response to the president's and U.S. Army's emphasis on a career-ready military, U.S. Army Installation Management Command is highlighting job fairs, expanding its transition services and keenly... MORE about IMCOM strives to better prepare Soldiers, families
Schwarzkopf, architect of Operation Desert...
Retired Army Gen. Herbert Norman Schwarzkopf -- nicknamed "Stormin' Norman" -- died Dec. 27, 2012, in Tampa, Fla., at the age of 78, due to complications from pneumonia. Schwarzkopf... MORE about Schwarzkopf, architect of Operation Desert Storm, dies at 78
New York Guard expects to provide honors at...
The New York Army National Guard's Honor Guard will perform about 10,200 military funerals by the time 2012 ends at midnight, Dec. 31. MORE about New York Guard expects to provide honors at 10,200 funerals by end of 2012
Soldiers helping former Soldiers in the spirit...
In the spirit of giving during the holiday season, Soldiers from the 3rd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, out of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., assisted veterans at the... MORE about Soldiers helping former Soldiers in the spirit of the season
Vets gather to honor thousands felled at Battle...
Veterans of what became known as the greatest land battle in the history of the U.S. Army gathered at Arlington National Cemetery, Va., Dec. 16, 2012, to remember and pay tribute to the 19,000... MORE about Vets gather to honor thousands felled at Battle of the Bulge
Soldiers getting enhanced transition assistance
One of the biggest challenges Soldiers face is transitioning to civilian life. That transition got a boost Nov. 21, 2012, when the Veterans Opportunity to Work, or VOW, to Hire Heroes Act went into... MORE about Soldiers getting enhanced transition assistance
Veterans honored by ROK-U.S. Alliance
A Veterans Day ceremony was held at the Eighth Army War Memorial to recognize the sacrifices of the men and women who have served for the nation and fought in foreign wars, at Yongsan Garrison... MORE about Veterans honored by ROK-U.S. Alliance
Vet recalls his World War II combat support...
People seeking help at the Red Cross desk at Fort Sill Reynolds Army Community Hospital may meet 91-year-old Don Ginter, an Army veteran who served in World War II. MORE about Vet recalls his World War II combat support roles
DEOMI students, staff celebrate Veterans Day
On a partly cloudy Veteran's Day afternoon, families, veterans, and service members gathered at the Cocoa Campus of Brevard Community College in Florida, for the annual Massing of the Colors... MORE about DEOMI students, staff celebrate Veterans Day
President recognizes veterans' service...
President Barack Obama laid a flowered wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns, Nov. 11, 2012, and after thanking all veterans, he said more than a million warriors will transition back into civilian... MORE about President recognizes veterans' service, sacrifice
Remembrance Day ceremony held at Bagram Airfield
Approximately 300 service members gathered at the 9/11 memorial at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, to honor those who have paid the ultimate price during a Remembrance Day ceremony, Nov. 11, 2012. MORE about Remembrance Day ceremony held at Bagram Airfield
3 Army veterans honored with Purple Heart medals
Sgt. Ralph Cipriati, Sgt. Sean Hook and Spc. Miguel Ramos, three former Soldiers assigned to the Keller Army Community Hospital Warrior Transition Unit, were presented Purple Heart medals Thursday... MORE about 3 Army veterans honored with Purple Heart medals
November 11, 2012--America's enduring...
As we celebrate Veterans Day on the anniversary of the Armistice ending World War I, we remember the fallen, and show our solemn pride for the heroism, strength, and dedication of those still among... MORE about November 11, 2012--America's enduring obligation: Honoring Soldiers for Life
Service members in Afghanistan pay tribute on...
While many in the United States spend time with loved ones, barbeque with friends or take time off to commemorate Veterans Day, coalition forces remain hard at work in Afghanistan supporting... MORE about Service members in Afghanistan pay tribute on Veterans Day
General of the Armies remembered on Veterans Day
Hours after the National Veterans Day wreath laying ceremony performed by the President, another ceremony was held in Arlington National Cemetery, Va., at the grave site of America's first General... MORE about General of the Armies remembered on Veterans Day
Veterans awarded overdue Bronze Star medals
As the nation approaches Veterans Day, two former service members -- one from World War II, the other from the Vietnam War -- were awarded their long-awaited Bronze Star medals in a ceremony at the... MORE about Veterans awarded overdue Bronze Star medals
Jewish Army veteran recounts experiences near...
It's been nearly 70 years since the end of World War II, but for 87-year-old U.S. Army veteran Gilbert Unger, some memories refuse to fade. MORE about Jewish Army veteran recounts experiences near Grafenwoehr during World War II
Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame inducts 3 Sierra...
Three Sierra Vista, Ariz., residents were inducted into the Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame, Oct. 26, 2012, in Phoenix. MORE about Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame inducts 3 Sierra Vista residents
Old Guard Soldiers welcome Honor Flight Ohio
Soldiers of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) gathered in Washington, D.C., to welcome World War II and Korean War veterans to the World War II Memorial, Oct. 20, 2012. MORE about Old Guard Soldiers welcome Honor Flight Ohio
History of Veterans Day
World War I happened nearly a century ago in Europe. Frank Buckles, the last living American World War I Veteran, died last year at the age of 110. It was the sacrifice of he and of his fellow... MORE about History of Veterans Day
World War II Veteran shares memories, history...
"It was 1942 the last time I was there," Leon Tarter remembered about Camp Atterbury, Ind. "They asked if anyone wanted to be a truck driver. Well, I was only eighteen years old... MORE about World War II Veteran shares memories, history of lineage with current generation
National observance to honor America's veterans
The annual National Veterans Day Observance is scheduled for Nov. 11, 2012, at Arlington National Cemetery, Va., to honor all veterans who served and continue to serve in the military as well as a... MORE about National observance to honor America's veterans
World War II veteran identified, returned home
In 1947, the parents of U.S. Army Air Corps Tech. Sgt. William S. Cassell received word that their son was one of eight U.S. Army Air Corps airmen presumed dead after the aircraft in which they... MORE about World War II veteran identified, returned home
