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This World War II-era photo provided by U.S. Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, shows Army Pvt. Wing O. Hom, of Boston.

Nearly 80 years after going MIA in WWII, US soldier accounted for

Military officials said the remains of Pvt. Wing O. Hom were identified in April.

33 hours ago

The US military’s long history with drag

During World War II, cross dress events were not only sanctioned by the Army, but celebrated as a boon for morale.

By Sarah Sicard

8 days ago

Leon Gautier, last member of French D-Day military commando unit, dies

Leon Gautier was the last surviving member of an elite French unit that joined U.S. and other Allied forces in the D-Day invasion.

10 days ago

Opinion

Author retraces the steps of World War II journalist Ernie Pyle

Author David Chrisinger spent the past four years walking in war journalist Ernie Pyle's footsteps for his new book.

By David Chrisinger, The War Horse

13 days ago

100-year-old veteran getting help seeking Purple Heart for WWII injury

Army veteran Raymond Chambers never received a Purple Heart despite being wounded while serving during World War II.

By Sam Still, Chattanooga Times Free Press

3 weeks ago

UK village marks 80th anniversary of fight against US Army racism

The village of Bamber Bridge in northwestern England is marking the 80th anniversary of what’s now known as the Battle of Bamber Bridge.

3 weeks ago

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