Jake Larson, D-Day Veteran and TikTok Star, Dies at 102

Mr. Larson, the last survivor of a unit that stormed Omaha Beach in 1944, shared his memories on social media where he amassed a wide following.

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Found: A Lost George Washington Battlefield

As a young officer in the French and Indian War, Washington was involved in a devastating friendly fire incident. Military veterans are helping archaeologists excavate the location.

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Facing Painful Cuts, the V.A. Reported Dubious Savings to DOGE

The Department of Veterans Affairs claimed credit for canceling contracts that had not been canceled, and tallied savings unrelated to the cost-cutting efforts.

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Veterans Affairs Dept. Scales Back Plans for Job Cuts

The department abandoned its previous plan to cut 80,000 workers, saying it expected a reduction of around 30,000 jobs by the end of September.

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Turning a Page, Germans Try Celebrating Their Recent Veterans

In a changed world, Germany’s government is trying to recruit more soldiers. A first step? Getting citizens to appreciate their military again.

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Texas OK’s $50 Million for Ibogaine Research

The state’s governor signed legislation to allow clinical trials of a psychedelic drug that shows promise for veterans in treating addiction and post-traumatic stress disorder.

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2 Veterans Found With Stolen Military Weapons and Nazi Material, Officials Say

The authorities said a soldier was assaulted with a hammer as the men tried to steal gear from a military base in Washington State. The theft led investigators to a house full of contraband.

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D-Day Anniversary Brings Remembrance and Unease Among Old Allies

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth honored the sacrifices of the soldiers who died landing in France 81 years ago. But there was no escaping current tensions.

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Trump Praises Military Service and Personal Achievements in Arlington Memorial Day Speech

In a speech at Arlington National Cemetery, President Trump highlighted the sacrifices of soldiers and their families but also his own achievements.

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50 Years After Saigon’s Fall, ‘the Wall’ Reflects and Collects a Nation’s Trauma

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is a place of unexplainable power, many visitors say. Volunteer guides often speak of it as “Wall magic.”

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