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The Presidential Unit Citation is the military's unit award for valor. Previous units to earn the award include D-Day paratroopers, special ops teams in Afghanistan, and Coast Guard hurricane responders. The post USS Lincoln strike group awarded Presidential Unit Citation for Iran deployment appeared first on Task & Purpose.
Reports from Congress and the Pentagon have assessed equipment losses from the war at more than $3 billion. The post 81 US military fighters, helicopters, and drones have been lost or damaged in the Iran war appeared first on Task & Purpose.
The new report, released last week, looks at data from 2001-2024. The post Suicide rate among military veterans sees little change, VA data shows appeared first on Task & Purpose.
Dayton VAMC’s move to the Federal EHR marks a major milestone. Long-serving leaders reflect on the shift from paper to CPRS to today’s system and its impact on Veteran care.
VetFran helps Veterans turn the leadership and problem-solving skills they built in service into business ownership.
The Acting Secretary of the Army Adam Telle announced that Nidal Hasan would be executed by firing squad on Dec. 3, 2026 at Fort Hood, Texas. The post Army sets execution date for Nidal Hasan by firing squad at Fort Hood appeared first on Task & Purpose.
A lance corporal was arrested Sunday in connection with the death of a Japanese woman in Okinawa. The post Corps bans alcohol, sets curfew for Marines on Okinawa after alleged killing appeared first on Task & Purpose.
Veterans Crisis Line staff encourage early outreach, highlighting how support before a crisis can reduce risk and connect Veterans with needed care.
VA’s Law Enforcement Training Center welcomed its first cohort of Army civilian police officers to train alongside Air Force military and civilian personnel.
A main chow hall on Camp Pendleton now has a drive-thru window, where Marines can get full meals or snacks on the go. The post Marines at Camp Pendleton get a new dining hall drive-thru for quick meals appeared first on Task & Purpose.
VA lowered the Native American Direct Loan interest rate to 2.47% as of Oct. 1, 2026, making homeownership on tribal lands more affordable for Veterans.
The Apache arrived later than expected to a street festival, after several owners of classic cars had opened the doors and hoods for display. The post Army Apache helicopter batters Alabama car show with rotor wash appeared first on Task & Purpose.
More Veterans are choosing VA healthcare. Discover available care, learn about eligibility and find out how to enroll.
A new VA workshop explores how AI can support PTSD assessments and clinical decision-making while keeping human expertise central to Veteran care.
Vets to Drones helps veterans launch drone careers with free Part 107 preparation, training, mentorship, job connections and a nationwide community.
The Navy fighter/bomber is not designed to take on submarines, but it may have been involved with strikes on Iranian subs docked in ports. The post A Navy F/A-18F came home from Iran with ‘Sub Buster’ markings appeared first on Task & Purpose.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recommended the execution method to President Donald Trump, who approved the use of it on Nidal Hasan. The post Trump approves firing squad for the execution of the 2009 Fort Hood shooter appeared first on Task & Purpose.
An Army official said the service is grounding about 400 helicopters, more than half of its AH-64 fleet. The post Army grounds fleet of AH-64Es for second time in three months appeared first on Task & Purpose.
A flexible spine supports youthfulness, strength and better movement. Gentle daily stretches, mindful posture and regular activity help keep your back healthy
10 warrant officers were the first in the Army to graduate as the new 390A Robotics Technicians MOS, while hundreds joined the 40D space operations field. The post Hundreds of soldiers transfer to newly created jobs in robotics and space appeared first on Task & Purpose.
Air Force Veteran Owen Knight was named VA’s Volunteer of the Year at the 2026 CX Symposium for ensuring Veterans at the end of life are never alone.
Army Reserve Lt. Col. Robert J. Connolly dedicated the award to six fellow soldiers killed in the same drone attack in the first hours of Operation Epic Fury. The post Soldier awarded Purple Heart from drone attack in first days of war appeared first on Task & Purpose.
A follow-up call about returned mail connected a Veteran who was living in his car at the time, with VA and community resources for housing and healthcare.
This jobs of the week post includes listings for the week of Oct. 5, 2026. We will continue to post relevant listings as we receive them.
The decision to pull U.S. bombers from the British base comes a week after several people were arrested on suspicion of plotting terrorist action. The post Air Force pulls bombers from RAF Fairford after security incident appeared first on Task & Purpose.
After a life changing medical challenge, a Veteran discovered new strength and community through adaptive sports at the National Veterans Wheelchair Games.
The Marine Corps said it is “actively cooperating” with authorities after a lance corporal was arrested Saturday night. The post Marine arrested on suspicion of killing a Japanese woman in Okinawa appeared first on Task & Purpose.
MCON brings Veterans, service members and families together in Las Vegas for free resources, connection and community.
The aircraft carrier quietly left the Central Command area of operations in recent days, leaving the USS George Washington as the only carrier currently in the Middle East. The post USS George HW Bush stops in Thailand after leaving the Middle East appeared first on Task & Purpose.
Troops can now earn $450 per month in hostile fire pay and as much as $275 per month in imminent danger pay, the first increase since 2002. The post Pentagon increases combat pay as war with Iran continues appeared first on Task & Purpose.
