Pierce’s unit followed the enemy as they ran away. Once they all made it to a dirt road, however, Pierce discovered too late that there was a mine in the roadbed.
Soldier Earns MoH by Saving His Unit From a Roadside Mine In Vietnam ~ VIDEO
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MoH Recipient’s Last Stand During WWI Helped Break German Spirits
Heriot suffered several wounds to his arms from the charge, but he continued fighting. Later that day, he charged another machine gun nest.
SIG SAUER TANGO6T Riflescope and Mount Adopted by DoD for Special Operations Forces
The U.S. DoD has announced the selection of the SIG SAUER Electro-Optics TANGO6T 1-6×24 Second Focal Plane (SFP) Riflescope and ALPHA4 Ultralight Mount for use by Special Operations Forces.
Navy, Gerard Butler Collaborate to Tell 21st Century Submarine Yarn ~ VIDEO
The Pentagon press briefing studio was filled to capacity as Butler – who plays the commander of the fictional attack sub USS Arkansas in the movie, Hunter-Killer, answered questions.
Commandos Contend in Panama’s Jungles for Coveted Cup
Now in its 14th year, commandos from 17 countries are competing to claim the title of “Fuerzas Comando Champion.
Coalition Partner Forces Kill 9 ISIS Members in Southern Syria
Coalition partner forces near At Tanf Garrison, Syria, killed nine Islamic State of Iraq and Syria fighters and destroyed several ISIS vehicles.
Strikes Continue in Effort to Defeat ISIS in Syria, Iraq
These strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to destroy ISIS in Iraq and Syria.
Department of Defense Releases Fiscal Year 2018 Budget Proposal
Today President Donald J. Trump sent Congress a proposed budget request of $639.1 billion, $574.5 billion in the base budget and $64.6 billion in the Overseas Contingency Operations budget.
Face of Defense: Soldier Gets Airborne Wings & Leadership Lessons
Unlike many soldiers who are busy planning their retirement, Krantz, at the age of 41, with 21 years of service in the Army Reserve, is always on the lookout for new challenges
U.S., Coalition Continue Strikes Against ISIS – Update April 02 2017
U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Medal of Honor Recipient Jumps On Grenade to Save Marines in Vietnam
On Feb. 28, 1967, Anderson had just celebrated his 20th birthday and his one-year anniversary in the Marines when he was put to the ultimate test.
Military Strikes Continue Against ISIS Terrorists in Syria, Iraq
U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve.
Dunford: Americans Should Be Proud of Role U.S. Troops Play in Iraq & Syria
Iraqi and Syrian forces have made tremendous progress taking the fight to the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, and Americans should be very proud of their role played.
U.S. Military Black Hawks Arrive in Greece
Eight UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters and more than 70 other pieces of equipment arrived at the Port of Thessaloniki Feb. 25 2017…
Mattis: Assessment on Afghanistan Coming Soon
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said he will soon have an assessment to give President Donald J. Trump about the way ahead in Afghanistan.
Iraqi Security Forces Begin Operations to Liberate West Mosul
Officials said the battle for the complete liberation of Mosul cannot come soon enough for the hundreds of thousands of Iraqi citizens who for more than two years have suffered under ISIS oppression.
Trump: America Will Stand With Those Who Stand for Freedom
The United States will stand with those who stand in the defense of freedom, President Donald J. Trump told service members at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida.
Coalition Strikes Target ISIL in Syria, Iraq
U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Iraq and Syria yesterday, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials repor
U.S. Raid in Yemen Garners Intelligence
The U.S. military raid on the militant compound in Yemen Jan. 28 that killed a U.S. service member and injured three others yielded valuable intelligence…
Brothers Serve Together in Security Forces Squadron : Face of Defense
The Becker brothers are currently stationed together at MacDill and defend the base as security forces members.
Message to the Department of Defense from Secretary of Defense James Mattis
It’s good to be back and I’m grateful to serve alongside you as Secretary of Defense.
No Support for Military Right-to-Carry from Obama, Everytown, and Odierno
Support for allowing military personnel to carry firearms for self-protection following the terrorist attack upon military personnel in Chattanooga last week has been strongly declared by several…..
US Department of Defense Trade Shuts Down Defense Distributed Wiki Gun Downloads
From DefCAD “This file has been removed from public access at the request of the US Department of Defense Trade Controls. Until further notice”…
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