After battling cancer for 10 years, retired US Marine Corps Sergeant Major John Canley has passed … Sergeant Major Canley, MoH recipient, dies aged 84Read more
We Remember
Valor Friday
Continuing my series of those who’ve served in more than one Army, I have an American … Valor FridayRead more
Puerto Rican naval officer of both World Wars might receive a delayed upgrade to MoH
There’s been a lot of revisiting past bravery awards over the past 30 or so years. … Puerto Rican naval officer of both World Wars might receive a delayed upgrade to MoHRead more
Nurses sentenced after hidden camera showed veteran gasping for breath, crying for help
Somehow we missed the conclusion on this case when it happened back in March. We originally … Nurses sentenced after hidden camera showed veteran gasping for breath, crying for helpRead more
USAFA Cadet dies after skateboarding accident
Poetrooper sends in the sad news that the would-be ring knocking mustang Ryong Adams died after … USAFA Cadet dies after skateboarding accidentRead more
Valor Friday
I have something of a bit of a series I’ll be starting here, men who fought … Valor FridayRead more
Army officer receives promotion to BG 100 years after his death
Here’s an interesting one. Charles Young is an inspiring historical figure. Born to enslaved parents in … Army officer receives promotion to BG 100 years after his deathRead more
Valor Friday
On 9 April 1940, the Nazi German Wehrmacht launched an invasion of Norway. This was just … Valor FridayRead more