Four centenarian World War II veterans honored at Super Bowl LIV

The vets were asked by the NFL to participate to honor both their military heritage and the 100th anniversary of the NFL as a professional football league.

Religious freedom group objects to Navy's Christian talks

An organization that advocates for the religious freedom of military members requested Friday that the commander of Naval Station Newport in Rhode Island investigate those responsible for promoting a discussion series that urges Navy personnel to "Lead like Jesus."

New Irving officer surprised by military son during swearing-in ceremony

One of the Irving Police Department’s newest officers was brought to tears during her swearing-in ceremony. Her son who has been stationed overseas for the past two years showed up to pin her badge.

Husband, father, veteran: 'American Sniper' Chris Kyle left enduring legacy

Feb. 2, 2020 is the seventh anniversary of the retired Navy SEAL’s death whose career was documented in the bestselling “American Sniper” autobiography and later blockbuster film.

American Sniper Chris Kyle remembered

It has been seven years since "American Sniper" Chris Kyle was killed. He was 38-years-old.

Brain injuries in Iraq draw attention to invisible war wounds

Unlike physical wounds, such as burns or the loss of limbs, traumatic brain injuries aren't obvious and can take time to diagnose. The full impact — physically and psychologically — may not be evident for some time, as studies have shown links between TBI and mental health problems.

Hundreds attend funeral for Illinois veteran who had no known family

The service for John James Murphy, 71, was held at Symonds-Madison Funeral Home in Elgin. Murphy died Dec. 18 at a nearby hospital after living in a rehabilitation center since 2017.

North Carolina soldier dies in accident in Syria

A 22-year-old soldier from North Carolina has died in a rollover accident in Syria, the Defense Department said Saturday.

Pentagon: 34 US troops diagnosed with traumatic brain injuries after Iran missile strike on Iraqi base

At least 34 U.S. troops were diagnosed with traumatic brain injuries after an Iranian missile strike hit an Iraqi air base earlier this month, officials at the Pentagon announced Friday.

106-year-old WWII veteran gets stolen classic car back

A Sacramento veteran whose 1956 Cadillac Eldorado was stolen has finally gotten his beloved car back.

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Curly Bunfill, a World War II veteran, has been reunited with the 1956 Cadillac Eldorado that was stolen from him a week ago.

NY Army veteran donates $100,000 to animal shelter he visits weekly

An army veteran “who just likes dogs” presented the Niagara SPCA with a check for $50,000 on Monday, January 20, to help the shelter improve its surgical suite, bringing to $100,000 the amount he’s donated since last November.

New carrier to be named in honor of Pearl Harbor hero Doris Miller, first black recipient of Navy Cross

A new U.S. Navy aircraft carrier will be named in honor of Pearl Harbor hero Doris Miller, the first African American recipient of the Navy Cross, during a ceremony in Pearl Harbor Monday.

Doris Miller: What to know about the African American Pearl Harbor hero honored by US Navy

Doris Miller was recognized for manning a machine gun and returning fire during the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor. An African American was not allowed to man a gun in the Navy at the time.

Man in fatigues filmed folding torn US flag

A man in military garb was caught on camera performing his patriotic duty at a Hope Mills, North Carolina, home after spotting a United States flag torn from its pole during storms and carefully folding it before placing it on the homeowner’s porch.