In a First, Public Health Officers Receive DoD Humanitarian Medal Members of the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps received the Humanitarian Service Medal for hurricane response.
Modern Day Marine Corps Hero Corporal Dakota L. Meyer, who is the first Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipient for Operation Enduring Freedom, was born 26...
Marine Corps History: The Medal of Honor The Medal of Honor is the highest award for bravery that can be given to any individual in the United States. In judging men...
It's Official: John Canley Will Be 300th Marine to Receive Medal of Honor The Marine Corps said Tuesday that Canley would be the 300th Marine to receive the nation's highest military medal.
2018 Spouse of the Year Lauded for Devotion to Gold Star Families Krista Simpson Anderson was named the 2018 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year.
Army Special Forces Medic Will Get Medal of Honor for Afghanistan Heroism Ronald J. Shurer II will receive the Medal of Honor, an upgrade to the Silver Star he was awarded for his actions in 2008.
Navy Pilot Gets Distinguished Flying Cross for Shooting Down Syrian Bomber A Navy pilot who took out a Syrian attack jet that was dropping bombs on friendly forces was recognized for his heroism.
Vietnam Veteran Is Finally Presented Bronze Star Medal after 49 Years James C. Melton was awarded the Bronze Star Medal in 1969, but he was never formally presented his medal until July 18.
Marines Honored for Helping Push Much-Needed Gear to the Fight Three men received awards for acquisition excellence at the Marine Corps Association and Foundation awards.
Three DoD Contractors Get Highest Civilian Valor Award for Afghan Actions Three contractors were awarded the Medal for Valor on Tuesday.
Army Ends Most Barracks Maintenance at Fort Cavazos Amid Federal Cuts One of the Army's largest installations has disbanded its teams responsible for routine and preventative maintenance of...
Hegseth Wants to Rename 8 Naval Ships. Here Are the Stories Behind Their Namesakes After Military.com's reporting, CBS confirmed the defense secretary's plans to rename seven other naval ships who honor civic...
White House Asked Joint Chiefs Chairman for Candidates to Lead NASA, Worrying Experts The White House made the unusual move of reaching out to Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, for advice on...
What it Would Take to Convert a Jet From Qatar into Air Force One to Safely Fly Trump Air Force One has to have the highest level of classified communications, anti-jamming capabilities and external protections...
Navy Man Charged with Firing Gun in Downtowns of 2 Connecticut Cities In both cases, Harper is now charged with illegal discharge of a firearm, first-degree reckless endangerment and carrying a...