Nebraska State

Jacksonville, FL

Military Times

Chief Naval Aircrewman Peter Lagosh was attending refresher training at NAS Jacksonville at the time of his death, officials said.

Navy chief rescue swimmer dies during refresher course training

Norfolk, VA

The Navy has thus far released few details regarding the death of Sonar Technician Submarine 3rd Class Timothy Sanders.

Navy investigating sailor’s fatal electrocution aboard submarine

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Alamogordo Conservative Daily

There has been an uptick of release from command across the armed forces of recent and now Military.com reports on several changes in command within the US Navy and 3 firings not previously reported. We have reported on prior reports within the military in our article https://share.newsbreak.com/7bpxc3rf.

12 Commanders in 6 Months Relieved of Duty, 3 Firings by the US Navy

“We’ll start the war from right here!” Brig. Gen. Theodore Roosevelt Jr. purportedly declared as his Higgins landing craft drifted about a mile from its target destination on Utah Beach the morning of June 6, 1944. At the age of 56, Roosevelt, the son of President Theodore Roosevelt,...

The officer who stormed Normandy with nothing but a cane and pistol

The Marines recently landed their first fixed wing aircraft on a recertified airfield on the Pacific island of Peleliu, which jarheads captured after brutal combat in 1944. The KC-130J Super Hercules tanker with 1st Marine Air Wing landed Saturday, marking the first time the Corps has landed such an aircraft on the installation since the service recertified the airfield in early June, according to a Marine Corps press release.

Marines make first landing on renovated WWII airfield in the Pacific

Military.com

Cpl. Bradford Flores is honoring his culture by growing his hair out -- and the Marine Corps authorized it.

Navajo Corporal Becomes First Marine Authorized to Wear Traditional Native Hair

NBC News

A former commander of the U.S. Naval Forces in Europe and Africa was arrested Friday in connection with an alleged bribery scheme that officials say involved steering government contracts to a company in exchange for future employment, according to the Justice Department. Robert Burke, 62, is accused of participating in...

Former second in command of U.S. Navy arrested in connection with alleged bribery scheme

Iowa State

For some, an Army unit can feel like a family. For others, that rings true to another degree. Three soldiers serving in the same squad in the 113th Cavalry Regiment of the Iowa National Guard are siblings. While not the only soldier-siblings to ever serve side by side, the Juan-Medina...

These three Iowa Guardsmen aren’t just squadmates — they’re siblings

North Carolina State

Rockford, MI

A 24-year-old Marine recruiter faces a trial on allegations that he broke into a Michigan home, stabbed an 11-year-old girl and said he planned to “kill everyone inside.”. Cpl. Ricardo Perez Castillo waived his right to a preliminary hearing Wednesday, which moves his case involving felony charges of assault with intent to murder, first-degree home invasion, assault with intent to commit criminal sexual conduct and carrying a weapon with unlawful intent to the Kent County, Michigan, 17th Circuit Court for a potential trial.

Marine recruiter charged with home invasion, stabbing 11-year-old girl

War History Online

Known to be fierce warriors and brave leaders, Marine Corps lance corporals prove you don't have to rank the highest to be the best.

Is Lance Corporal Really The Best Rank In The US Marine Corps?

Georgia State

Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

Missouri State

The Japanese Instrument of Surrender was signed aboard the USS Missouri (BB-63). The reason for choosing the ship is simpler than some think.

The Real Reason the United States Made Japan Surrender Aboard the USS Missouri (BB-63)

Colorado State

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Cripple Creek, CO

Colorado Jill

(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

Did you know the Navy has a history full of surprising facts? From its humble beginnings to its role in major global events, the Navy has seen it all. The Navy's history is packed with stories of bravery, innovation, and even a few oddities. For instance, did you know that the Navy's first submarine was built in 1775? Or that the Navy SEALs were created in 1962? These are just a couple of the many fascinating tidbits you'll learn. Whether you're a history buff or just curious, these 19 amazing Navy history facts will give you a new appreciation for the men and women who serve on the high seas.

19 Amazing Navy History Facts

New York City, NY

The e-Texan

New York – As Trump anticipates his sentencing on July 11th in the New York hush money case, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon made a ruling this Monday. Despite rejecting Trump’s legal team's request to dismiss several charges in the classified documents case, she conceded on a minor point. She removed a portion of the charges that referenced an uncharged allegation, but upheld the other charges.

Legal expert says Trump should not be jailed after New York guilty verdict because he is ‘too old’

Florida State

The Pentagon deployed three Navy destroyers and maritime patrol aircraft this week to keep tabs on a group of Russian ships that conducted missile exercises and reportedly got within 30 miles of the Florida coast. "In accordance with standard procedure, we've been actively monitoring the Russian ships as they transit...

Russian Flotilla Off Florida Coast Sparks Deployment of US Navy Destroyers, Planes

Business Insider

A video shared by Chinese state media shows a US Navy plane dropping something into the sea. China called it a submarine detector.

China says it picked up a submarine detector dropped by a US Navy aircraft in the South China Sea

SlashGear

Aircraft carriers and cruise ships are some of the largest floating vessels in the world — both capable of carrying thousands of people on board. Cruise ships and carriers are engineering marvels decades if not centuries in the making as shipbuilding has advanced over the ages. However, cruise ships...

Is An Aircraft Carrier Bigger Than A Cruise Ship? Here's How They Compare

CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Reading, PA

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Mahanoy City, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

MAHANOY CITY – Two members of a motorcycle club were convicted on federal charges, accused...
The post Convicted motorcycle club members orchestrated ‘brutal’ home-invasion in Mahanoy, feds say first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel.

Convicted motorcycle club members orchestrated ‘brutal’ home-invasion in Mahanoy, feds say

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Navy fires USS Somerset commanding officer

The Navy fired the commanding officer of the amphibious transport dock Somerset on Thursday, less than a year after she assumed command of the ship. As...

Navy fires USS Somerset commanding officer

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