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Why George Washington Integrated the Army
The commander-in-chief initially barred black soldiers from joining the ranks, but he came to understand the value—both moral ...
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Commander in Chief Is Reviled in DC Suburbs Even as the Army Is Revered in Washington
A group of about 30 people gathered at one of many Northern Virginia locations as part of the ‘No Kings Day’ nationwide ...
Washington-based USS Nimitz redirected to Middle East 'without delay'
The Bremerton-based aircraft carrier USS Nimitz its strike group are being redirected to the Middle East from their current ...
The Army faces backlash for President Donald Trump’s Fort Bragg visit
Army officials face questions after allowing partisan merchandise to be sold on a base and soldiers to show political allegiance during President Donald Trump’s speech.
How the U.S. Army was born - and a free nation realized
On June 14, 1775, the Continental Congress voted to replace the colonies' part-time militias with a full-time army – and ...
The Army turns 250. Trump turns 79. Cue funnel cakes, festive bling, military might — and protest
WASHINGTON (AP) — There were funnel cakes, stands of festival bling and American flags aplenty. There were mighty machines of ...
Storms Are Expected in Washington, D.C., on Saturday
There is a significant chance of rain across the Washington, D.C., area on Saturday, the National Weather Service said, and ...
Heavy metal: Army armor, aircraft and artillery to roll and rumble for birthday parade
The Army plans an elaborate display of armor, artillery and aircraft for its 250th anniversary parade June 14.