Veterans

Controlled Chaos: An Aircraft Carrier Flight Deck
It is not excessive to call the flight deck of an aircraft carrier in the middle of a launch-and-recover mission the most dangerous place to work in the world. The post Controlled Chaos: An Aircraft Carrier Flight Deck appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Paralyzed Marine Vet Stands From Wheelchair For First Time While His Sons Cheer Him On
Marine Special Operations Officer Derek Herrera was leading his team on patrol in Afghanistan in 2012 when he... The post Paralyzed Marine Vet Stands From Wheelchair For First Time While His Sons Cheer Him On appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
The Wartime Legacy of the United States Coast Guard: WWII to the Present
This video will give you a brief but important look at the distinguished, courageous, and important service from WWII to the present. The post The Wartime Legacy of the United States Coast Guard: WWII to the Present appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Going Back: The Pull for Veterans to Return to Their Old Battlefields
Some go back out of curiosity, to see if they can find and identify specific pieces of ground where they had one of the most intense experiences of their lives. Some go back to remember those they lost. Some do so because they are still seeking closure about those traumatic experiences. And others would never entertain the idea of going back ever again, for lots of reasons. The post Going Back: The Pull for Veterans to Return to Their Old Battlefields appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Navy Makes History with First Female Captain to Take U.S. Aircraft Carrier to Sea
The command of such a large ship is a monumental responsibility requiring experience and recognized strategic and leadership skills. The post Navy Makes History with First Female Captain to Take U.S. Aircraft Carrier to Sea appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
USS Louisiana (SSBN-743) Heading Back To Sea
The 560-foot-long boat went into drydock for routine refueling, refurbishment, and repairs on September 11, 2019. The post USS Louisiana (SSBN-743) Heading Back To Sea appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Christmas In Our Military
On our part, let us keep our active-duty military personnel in our thoughts and prayers over this holiday season. The post Christmas In Our Military appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Lt. Harvey Barnum: Marine Hero of Operation Harvest Moon
Barnum had only been with these men for four days. But within moments, it became apparent that he was going to have to take command of this battlefield situation. The post Lt. Harvey Barnum: Marine Hero of Operation Harvest Moon appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Purple Heart Recipient Continues To Fight For Veterans’ Rights & Well-being
Charles Byers served in the United States Army from 1966 to 1972 and eventually earned the nickname “Big... The post Purple Heart Recipient Continues To Fight For Veterans’ Rights & Well-being appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Officer Saves 3-Year-Old Boy Hiding In Bed From House Fire
The child had been left alone by a 17-year-old stepbrother shortly before the fire started. The post Officer Saves 3-Year-Old Boy Hiding In Bed From House Fire appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
3-Year-Old Surprises Navy Mom By Flying Across The Country To See Her
Serena Gonzalez had just gotten off the ship and sleeping at a friend's when she was awoken at 4 am with the best surprise: Her daughter! The post 3-Year-Old Surprises Navy Mom By Flying Across The Country To See Her appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
The Marine Raid Force and Its Unique Duties in Modern War-Fighting Environments
The Marine Raid Force is all about sophistication and stealth. The post The Marine Raid Force and Its Unique Duties in Modern War-Fighting Environments appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
USMC and UK F-35s Operating Off the HMS Queen Elizabeth in Combined Missions Against ISIS in Afghanistan
These F-35s are unique in that they can land and take off both horizontally and vertically. The post USMC and UK F-35s Operating Off the HMS Queen Elizabeth in Combined Missions Against ISIS in Afghanistan appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Bastogne: The Screaming Eagles of the 101st Airborne Division’s Unforgettable Defense
After General McAuliffe was offered an "honorable surrender," he simply replied: "Nuts!" The post Bastogne: The Screaming Eagles of the 101st Airborne Division’s Unforgettable Defense appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Why Do They Reverse American Flags On Military Uniforms?
Although most people think that the flag is sewn on backward, it is really going the way it should be. The post Why Do They Reverse American Flags On Military Uniforms? appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
“Were There Any Other Options?” Marine Awarded Navy Cross for His Leadership
A true demonstration of courage, skill, and commitment. The post “Were There Any Other Options?” Marine Awarded Navy Cross for His Leadership appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Hiroshi (“Hershey”) Miyamura: Medal of Honor, Korean War
The Veterans Site honors Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura's courage under fire, his love of country, and his loyalty to his men during one of the most ferocious battles of the Korean War. The post Hiroshi (“Hershey”) Miyamura: Medal of Honor, Korean War appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
The Purple Heart Battalion: The 442nd Regimental Combat Team
Even as their own families languished in internment camps, 10,000 Japanese Hawaiians signed up to fight for freedom for their fellow Americans. The post The Purple Heart Battalion: The 442nd Regimental Combat Team appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
All-Female Airborne Division Jump Mission
This is no simple effort. It takes a special kind of attitude to want to jump out of an airplane, and not everybody has it. The post All-Female Airborne Division Jump Mission appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
We Build, We Fight! About The U.S. Navy Seabees
The Seabees have multiple construction-related skills but can also fight with the best of them. The post We Build, We Fight! About The U.S. Navy Seabees appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Four Women of Color Make Navy History
To command a U.S. Navy warship is an awesome recognition as well as an awesome responsibility. The post Four Women of Color Make Navy History appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
The Unsung Nurse Heroes of American Military History
These courageous women have gone beyond the call of common citizenship to serve our troops in their time of greatest need. The post The Unsung Nurse Heroes of American Military History appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Female Airmen In Action in Iraq
These four female airmen know the reality of war from the front. The post Female Airmen In Action in Iraq appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Meet a True Role Model: The Youngest Female UH-60 Black Hawk Pilot in 34th ECAB
1st Lt. Skalla is the first of her family to join the military. The post Meet a True Role Model: The Youngest Female UH-60 Black Hawk Pilot in 34th ECAB appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
FETs: A New Asset in the Marine Corps Arsenal
Since 9/11, Female Engagement Teams have become an important asset to the Marine Corps units on the front lines. The post FETs: A New Asset in the Marine Corps Arsenal appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Vietnam Helicopter Pilots: Angels in The Sky
"They were the bravest men we knew, and we can never thank them enough." The post Vietnam Helicopter Pilots: Angels in The Sky appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Donut Dollies: All In The Name of Morale
Donut Dollies were never supposed to be in harm's way. But in Vietnam, everywhere was in harm's way. The post Donut Dollies: All In The Name of Morale appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
The Place That Has Haunted My Memories for 53 Years
This is a brief history of the events that took place at the Battle of Khe Sanh during the Tet Offensive of 1968 in Vietnam. The post The Place That Has Haunted My Memories for 53 Years appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Navy Veteran’s Stomach-Churning Images Of Food Served On Warships Are Going Viral
A Navy veteran has recently shared photos of moldy food he says sailors and Marines are being forced... The post Navy Veteran’s Stomach-Churning Images Of Food Served On Warships Are Going Viral appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Here’s Why The AC-130 Is Called ‘Hell In The Sky’
Back in Vietnam, we called this bad boy “Spooky.” And it was spooky to suddenly see long, straight... The post Here’s Why The AC-130 Is Called ‘Hell In The Sky’ appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Coast Guard Cutter and Crew Awarded the Arctic Service Medal and Bring Back Incredible Photos
This Coast Guard Mission is sharing important scientific knowledge with the nation and the world. The post Coast Guard Cutter and Crew Awarded the Arctic Service Medal and Bring Back Incredible Photos appeared first on The Veterans Site News. Read more...
Navy Formally Fires Capt. Brett Crozier With No Eligibility For Future Command
Crozier alerted Navy command in March that coronavirus disease (COVID-19) was spreading throughout his ship, the USS Theodore Roosevelt. Read more...
What It’s Like To Serve On The USS Zumwalt, A Navy Stealth Destroyer
The USS Zumwalt is the largest and the lead ship of this class of next-generation, multimission destroyers. Read more...
Navy Fires Captain Who Raised Concerns About Outbreak Among Sailors On His Ship
Crozier asked to offload his whole crew from the ship, quarantine and test them, and also get the ship professionally cleaned from top to bottom. Read more...
What It’s Like To Serve On A U.S. Navy Destroyer
Their mission on deployments is to guard aircraft carriers. Read more...
Hospital Ship USNS Mercy Has Docked In Los Angeles To Help With The Pandemic
The USNS Mercy is the lead ship in her class of hospital ships for the United States Navy. Read more...
As A Survivor Of The Siege At Khe Sanh, I Feel It’s My Duty To Honor Those Who Fought There
The combined power of Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps pilots kept the North Vietnamese Army forces under constant pressure with various kinds of bombing missions. More importantly, they kept us supplied with food, ammunition, water, and medical supplies. Read more...
U.S. Navy’s Hospital Ships Deployed To NYC And San Francisco To Battle Coronavirus
They are being deployed in an effort to provide further space, beds and high-quality medical help to those areas. Read more...
Navy Search and Rescue Team Saves Injured Climber Stranded On Cliff
Yet another reason why we should never tire of saying thanks to our active duty military. Read more...
Corpsman Receives Navy Cross For Selfless Actions in Afghanistan
Justin Wilson ran through a field littered with IEDs to help his friends. Read more...
One Of The Most Important Destroyers In WWII Shares The Name With A Military Form All Vets Know
Many veterans are familiar with their DD-214, but it's also the name of a noble old warship, the USS Tracy (DD-214), which fought valiantly during World War II. Read more...
The Air Force Has a New Demonstration Team, And A Slick New Fighter Jet
The aircraft seen in this video is the one designed for the United States Air Force. The Navy and Marines have their own version, too. Read more...
This Is Why Air Force Combat Controllers Are The “First There”
They are called upon to mitigate danger during natural disasters and humanitarian aid situations. Read more...
Veteran Informed He Can’t Honor Fallen Friends Because It Offends Some People
Now he's fighting his first amendment rights. Read more...
Experience Immense G-Force Flight From the Cockpit Of A Blue Angel
Get a pilot's perspective of the Blue Angels in action. Read more...
Muslim Soldier Suing US Army For Allegedly Forcing Her To Remove Hijab
The soldier was granted permission to wear her hijab while in uniform by her brigade commander, Col. David Zinn in June 2018. Read more...
Watch This Massive Army Aircraft Grounded By Unexpected Birdstrike
It's got a wingspan of 169 feet, and enough power to shuttle a 69-ton M1 Abrams main battle tank with room to spare. Read more...
Georgia Air National Guard’s 1st Black Female Pilot Takes On Important New Mission
Andrea Lewis will be piloting the E-8C Joint STARS platform, able to detect enemy armies from miles away. Read more...
Navy Admits Fault, Makes Big Changes After Talented Linguist, Code Breaker, Mother Of 2, Killed In Syria
Kent leaves behind her husband and two sons. One is three. The other, just 18 months old. Read more...
A Coast Guard Ship Just Arrived In Florida With 17 Tons Of Cocaine
In the last few years, the Coast Guard has seized more than 1.3 million pounds of illegal narcotics. Read more...