NOVEMBER 24, 2025 - When Army Lt. Col. Edward A. Silk realized that his platoon wasn't going to put a dent in the enemy positions firing at them in France during World War II, he went on a one-man rampage to take the guns out himself. Miraculously, his mission succeeded. For his heroics, he received the Medal of Honor. Silk was born June 8, 1916, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2025
DoW Considers Recalling Senator Mark Kelly
NOVEMBER 24, 2025 - The Department of War has received serious allegations of misconduct against Captain Mark Kelly, USN (Ret.). In accordance with the Uniform Code of Military Justice, 10 U.S.C. § 688, and other applicable regulations, a thorough review of these allegations has been initiated to determine further actions, which may include recall to active duty for … [Read more...]
Team Safeguards the Airfield from Bird Strikes
NOVEMBER 24, 2025 — Before the first aircraft departs the runway, another mission is already underway. At first light, the Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) team begins their patrols, headlights sweeping across the perimeter road as they scan the horizon. Their task is not widely known, but ever so important: keep the skies clear so every takeoff and landing can … [Read more...]
U.S. Navy Trains with ROK Special Ops
NOVEMBER 24, 2025 - The U.S. Navy and Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy conducted a Maritime Counter Special Operations Forces Exercise (MCSOFEX) in Pyeongtaek, Republic of Korea, and its surrounding waters and airspace, Nov. 17-20. This year’s 2nd iteration of MCSOFEX encompassed four days of enhanced bilateral training, focusing on naval interoperability and collaboration to … [Read more...]
Air Force Conducts Minuteman III Test Launch
NOVEMBER 24, 2025 - Air Force Global Strike Command conducted a test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, Nov. 5. This test, designated GT 254, evaluated the ongoing reliability, operational readiness, and accuracy of the ICBM system, a cornerstone of America's national defense. A team of AFGSC … [Read more...]