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Why Truman changed the ‘War Department’ to the ‘Department of Defense’

Just a few months after the conclusion of World War II, President Truman announced his goal to implement a new governing structure for the military.

By Claire Barrett

19 hours ago

Trump applauds West Point group canceling award ceremony for Tom Hanks

Hanks was scheduled to receive the 2025 Sylvanus Thayer Award, but news reports say the U.S. Military Academy’s alumni association canceled the ceremony.

10 days ago

What we know about NatGeo’s upcoming ‘Top Gun’ series

National Geographic is building its own highway to the Danger Zone.

By Hope Hodge Seck

3 weeks ago

DC driver trapped, then freed from SUV after crash with Guard vehicle

The crash, in which the civilian driver had to be freed from the SUV by firefighters, is under investigation.

By Carla Babb

4 weeks ago

Trump meets with candidates for 4-star general in break with tradition

The meetings are a departure from past practice and knowledge of them has raised concerns about politicization of the military’s top ranks.

7 weeks ago

US soldier killed in Germany during logistics operation

Spc. Jaylin Perez died Tuesday after receiving treatment for severe electrical burns sustained last week while on duty in Germany, the Army said.

By Nikki Wentling

2 months ago