Purple Heart awarded to Korean War veteran 73 years after injuryAfter 73 years and a long fight with the Army, a Korean War veteran from Minnesota who was wounded in combat finally got his Purple Heart.7 hours ago
Vets bill would expand caregiver support, boost in-home care optionsA sweeping veterans measure introduced by lawmakers on Tuesday would improve benefits for veteran caregivers and individuals facing homelessness.By Leo Shane III5 days ago
Paws with a cause: Puppies train to help veterans manage mental healthPuppies from the group Warrior Canine Connection appeared on a live “puppy cam” to promote managing mental health care for veterans and others.By Jonathan Lehrfeld10 days ago
Marine Corps’ longest-held Vietnam War POW, Harlan Chapman, dies at 89Marine aviator Harlan Chapman once spent 2,657 days in captivity before his release in 1973. The retired lieutenant colonel passed away Monday, May 6.By Claire Barrett10 days ago
Most VA police have not finished veteran suicide prevention training Whistleblowers told lawmakers that fewer than one-third of VA law enforcement personnel completed mandatory suicide prevention training last year.By Leo Shane III10 days ago
D-Day medic was ready to give his life — and save as many as he couldOn D-Day, Charles Shay was a 19-year-old Army medic. Now 99, he's about to take part in the 80th anniversary commemorations of the landings in Normandy.13 days ago