Poetrooper sends in the sad, but heartwarming story of Raleigh Nayes. He received the Congressional Gold … Merrill Marauder receives Congressional Gold Medal, dies that nightRead more
Army
Valor Friday
Picture this. It’s 6 June, 1944. You’re a young lieutenant in the US Army’s 506th Parachute … Valor FridayRead more
Captain motorboats subordinate during promotion ceremony, is allowed to retire
How this happens in 2022 is just amazing. The article says this guy is a mustang … Captain motorboats subordinate during promotion ceremony, is allowed to retireRead more
Valor Friday
Continuing my series of those who’ve served in more than one Army, I have an American … Valor FridayRead 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 convicted at first known COVID court martial
US Army First Lieutenant Mark Bashar, a former Air Force NCO, has been convicted by a … Army officer convicted at first known COVID court martialRead more
One paratrooper dead, three injured in training crash
Poetrooper sends in the unfortunate reminder that training for war can be as deadly as war … One paratrooper dead, three injured in training crashRead 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