William “Wild Bill” Donovan, Awarded MOH October 14-15, 1918
He stated that the medal belonged not to him but “to the boys who are not here, the boys who are resting under the white crosses in France.
Veteran Culture
17 Brilliant Insights from Legendary Marine General James Mattis
Mattis has taken on the persona of a modern-day Patton — he has the ability to lead Marines through combat and back them if things go bad.
Taking on Veteran Suicide, One Pair of “Ranger Panties” at a Time
Irreverent Warriors’ mission is to end veteran suicide through humor. We attended their most recent event: A Silkies Hike in New York City.
Bid on Bits of History While Supporting SOF in Online Auction
The SOF Support online auction gives back to the Special Operations community through the sale of historical and collectible items.
Ready or Not, Here it Comes: The Army Rolls Out New Fitness Test
One of the changes is there is no longer a grading scale based on age. Soldiers will have the exact same standards regardless of age.
SW Florida Military Museum and Library, Veteran Center Closes
“It’s just the end of the road,” Ralph Santillo, founder and CEO of the military museum said to the Cape Coral News-Press. “That’s it.”
Military Suicides Up 20 Percent Due to COVID-19
According to Army and Air Force officials, the isolation caused by the coronavirus pandemic is adding stress and contributing to suicides.
Holyoke Soldiers’ Home’s Former Leaders Indicted for 76 Deaths
Following the death from COVID-19 of 76 veterans at Holyoke Soldiers’ Home, two of the facility’s former leaders are being indicted.
This MOH Recipient Reenlisted to Avenge His Brother’s Death
Ron Rosser served for three years in the Army in Japan and Germany. Then reenlisted in June of 1951 with a single purpose in mind: revenge.
1SG John Hatley: Paroled and now fighting for a full pardon
UAP is honored to announce that 1SG John Hatley will be released from federal prison on October 16, 2020 in Leavenworth, Kansas.
The “Shark Attack” Was Part of an Outdated and Costly Training Doctrine
Recruits no longer have to fear the infamous “shark attack,” but it’s just piece of a larger puzzle the Army is still trying to assemble.
Steelers Villanueva Breaks From Team, Honors Army Hero on His Helmet
Steelers Alejandro Villanueva wore the name “Alwyn Cashe” on his helmet Monday, while the rest of the team had “Antwon Rose Jr.” on theirs.
