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- Veterans News
- June 30, 2026
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Trump’s Historic Flight on Qatari-Donated Air Force One
Former President Trump will travel to North Dakota aboard a Qatari-donated aircraft, marking its inaugural use as Air Force One. This historic flight comes just over a week after the aircraft’s commissioning flights started.
- Veterans News
- June 30, 2026
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Vietnam Veteran Receives Special Forces Tab at 18
Terry McIntosh, who fought alongside Green Berets in Vietnam at the age of 18, has finally received official recognition for his service with the Special Forces. This recognition has come more than five decades after his courageous contributions during the war.
- Veterans News
- June 30, 2026
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USS Juneau Sunk for Navy Training Exercise
The USS Juneau was deliberately sunk on June 27 as part of a training exercise conducted by the Navy, located over 200 nautical miles off Guam. This decommissioned amphibious transport dock serves as a crucial training tool for future military operations.
- Veterans News
- June 30, 2026
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Marine Corps Uses Call of Duty for Training Experiment
Marine Corps University is testing the use of the popular video game, Call of Duty, as a tool to enhance cognitive performance and decision-making skills among Marines. This innovative approach seeks to adapt conventional training methods to incorporate modern technology and engage recruits more effectively.
- Veterans News
- June 30, 2026
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SOCOM Pursues Long-Range Kamikaze Drone Technology
SOCOM is in pursuit of a long-range kamikaze drone capable of deploying loitering munitions to target threats deep within enemy territory. This advancement aims to enhance the operational capabilities of MC-130J gunships and other aircraft.
- Veterans News
- June 30, 2026
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Former Coast Guard Leader Frank Welch Passes at 65
Frank Welch, former Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard, has passed away at the age of 65. He was instrumental in implementing significant reforms for senior enlisted personnel during his tenure.
- Veterans News
- June 30, 2026
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Bastille Day Flyover Highlights European Defense Unity
Ascendant Paris will hold a unique Bastille Day flyover featuring military aircraft from four other European nations, highlighting cooperation in defense. The event underscores a collective commitment to France’s nuclear-deterrence initiative amid rising security concerns.
- Veterans News
- June 30, 2026
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Tata Leads POW/MIA Accounting Agency Amid Search Cuts
Anthony Tata has taken over the leadership of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, amid rising concerns from families of missing service members. These families are urging for transparency regarding budget cuts that have halted search efforts in Vietnam and Laos.
- Veterans News
- June 30, 2026
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D.C. Resident Settles Lawsuit Over Darth Vader Protest
Sam O’Hara, a D.C. resident, has reached a settlement after a legal dispute stemming from his protest where he played Darth Vader’s ‘Imperial March’ for troops. The case involved the district, police officers, and a National Guardsman over the controversial performance.
- Veterans News
- June 30, 2026
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USMC $20M Contract for Autonomous Ground Vehicles
The U.S. Marine Corps has awarded a $20 million contract for the production of its first fully autonomous ground vehicles. This innovative step aims to enhance operational efficiency and safety on the battlefield.
