Mattis, Not Trump, Is Now in Charge of America's Military
The Department of Defense may send thousands more U.S. troops to Afghanistan. But the real news is who's ordering their deployment.
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Does It Really Matter If Women Soldiers Can't Do Pull-Ups?
Starting in 2016, women will be able to serve in any combat role in the United States' armed forces.
What They Saw Over There
A new study suggests witnessing death, not just deployment or combat, raises soldiers' risk of suicide.
The 30 Top Thinkers Under 30: The Military Brat Committed to Empowering Young Girls and People of Color
We canvassed the world of the social and behavioral sciences, looking for rising stars whose careers promise to make a lasting mark. We'll be profiling the top 30 throughout the month of April.
The Racially Biased Hairstyle Regulations of the U.S. Army
Dreadlocks, twists, or any type of matted or coiled hair, the Afro-centric hairstyles of many black women in the Army, are now out.
When War Records Go Missing
Army Secretary John McHugh confirms to members of Congress that commanders in Iraq and Afghanistan failed to keep required field records: “Steps are being taken to make sure this doesn’t happen again.”
War on Terror Promises Era of Persistent Conflict
The era of "persistent conflict," as the U.S. Army describes it, may redefine the meaning of "victory" on the battlefield.
The Rise of the Professional Military
Four decades ago, America decided to both maintain a large professional standing military and end the draft. The predictions of those who studied the matter then largely have been borne out -- and not for the better.
Let There Be Light in Fallujah
It's better to light a single solar-powered streetlight than curse the insurgency.