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Test Schedule: US Army aspires to create Indo-Pacific manufacturing hub in Korea
As the Army builds out its logistics capability in Korea, it’s investing in manufacturing to supply local forces — and troops across the Pacific region.
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Twenty-Six Defense unveils new soldier-worn tech
The defense firm formerly known as Elbit America introduced Primex, a headset designed with night vision and augmented reality capabilities.
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Lockheed’s New PAC-3 Edge interceptor aims for agility
The defense giant unveiled the PAC-3 Edge this Friday and debuted it at the Association of the U.S. Army’s annual meeting on Monday.
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The Army’s most dangerous logistics problem is hiding behind motor pools
The Army must establish company-level asset management chiefs before the next major conflict, an active-duty officer writes.
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Green Beret who survived an IED now clears Ukraine’s landmines
A Green Beret and Silver Star recipient who once survived an IED and now clears Ukraine’s landmines is the subject of a new documentary, “Safe Ground.”
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As Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day approaches, words matter
The sacrifice represented by the Gold Star must never be diluted into something it was never intended to mean, this Gold Star father writes.
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Army launches new physical test for soldiers in combat roles
The new Combat Field Test is age- and sex-neutral and scored on a pass/fail standard.
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Pentagon to upgrade valor awards for Marines at site of Abbey Gate bombing
The awards have been upgraded to better reflect the risks knowingly accepted by the Marines of Company G, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines.
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The Spanish Flu — a deadly postscript to WWI — started at a US military base
Approximately 43,000 service members were killed by the influenza virus that was first identified at an Army base in Haskell County, Kansas.
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US in talks to resettle 1,100 Afghans in Congo
Some of the Afghans are relatives of U.S. citizens or partnered with the U.S. during the 20-year war.
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Navy ‘going to study’ possibility of building ships outside US, Phelan says
The Navy is exploring ways to alleviate pressure as U.S. shipbuilding faces issues with labor capacity, Navy Secretary John Phelan said.
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This WWI soldier saved two men from a burning tank with his bare hands
With his green unit “loaned” to the Australians, Reidar Waaler proved that bravery made up for lack of battle experience.
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US Southern Command stands up autonomous unit
Once fully operational, the new command will be tasked with engaging autonomous, semi-autonomous and unmanned platforms to “counter threats across domains.
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Saildrone announces new USV class aimed at anti-submarine warfare
Spectre, a new class of unmanned surface vessel, will face sea trials in early 2027.
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US Navy to integrate PAC-3 MSE interceptor missile with Aegis Combat System
The Navy will integrate PAC-3 MSE interceptor missiles with the Aegis Combat System, according to Lockheed Martin.
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Pentagon seeks funds for Golden Dome, drones, AI in largest-ever budget request
According to Pentagon officials, the president’s key priorities include the Golden Dome, drones, AI, data infrastructure and the defense industrial base.
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US Navy unmanned surface vessel fleet to grow sevenfold in Indo-Pacific
The fleet of medium unmanned surface vessels in the Indo-Pacific is expected to grow to at least 30, with smaller USVs and unmanned aerial systems.