Ralph Puckett Jr., the last living National Medal of Honor recipient from the Korean War, died in his sleep on Monday. The members of a secretive U.S. military unit, dubbed the Ghost Army, used deception to outwit Nazi forces during World War II. Heroism while his boat sank earned Torpedoman’s Mate 2nd Class Henry Breault the military's highest decoration in 1924. Beginning March 12, "The Honor Project: Reflections on Courage," a special nine-part series from Military Times. Visit Military Times YouTube for more. By Military Times staff
2 months ago Community groups can't fully meet veteran and military families' asks for mental health help or financial aid. After a 55-year wait to receive the Medal of Honor, Capt. Larry Taylor saw his actions recognized with the nation's highest valor award. The first American to receive a Medal of Honor for heroism during the Vietnam War died on Jan. 25 at 89 years old. The service academies are trying to update how they teach future officers to navigate the country’s political polarization. By Gary Fields, AP
4 months ago Two judges determined it was too early in the legal process to make a decision on the contentious issue of affirmative action in the service academies. Runners can compete in five military races to earn a new medal. Load More