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Storied Camp Pendleton Marine Unit Examines Its Legacy In Afghanistan
- July 30
- By Steve Walsh
The Dark Horse Battalion, based at Camp Pendleton, had the highest percentage of casualties of any unit in the war.
As US Troops Leave Afghanistan, Veterans Say The War's Legacy Is Complex
- July 27
- Anne Kniggendorf / The American Homefront Project
Amid debate over President Biden's decision to withdraw American forces, veterans who served in Afghanistan say the situation is hard to understand if you haven’t been there.
Afghan War Still Alive For San Diego Family
- July 15
- By Steve Walsh
Looking back at two decades of war, some San Diego families are not able to turn the page as the U.S. pulls out of Afghanistan.
Tiny Home Projects Are Expanding, Offering Homeless Veterans Independence And Security
- July 13
- Chris Haxel / American Homefront
In cities nationwide, groups addressing veteran homelessness by replacing the traditional shelter model with tiny homes.
A New Army Program Is Teaching Leaders To Be More Compassionate And Less 'Toxic'
- July 6
- Carson Frame/American Homefront
The program has debuted at Fort Hood, Texas, where Spc. Vanessa Guillen's killing last year led to criticism of the base's culture and command climate.
Afghans Who Helped US Troops Say They're Running Out Of Time As They Await Visas
- June 28
- By Steve Walsh
The White House and Congress are vowing to help thousands of Afghans who face retribution for working with the American military. Some have come to the U.S. on special visas. But others are in danger of being left behind.
Deported Veterans Look To Biden Administration For Help
- June 14
- By Steve Walsh
Over the past several decades, hundreds or maybe thousands of U.S. military veterans have been deported after they committed crimes, sometimes decades after they left the service.
Amid A 'Stark' Racial Disparity In Military Academy Nominations, Should Congress Be Doing More?
- June 11
- Desiree D'Iorio/American Homefront
Advocates say more members of Congress should reach out to Black and Latino high school students and make them aware of opportunities at the elite schools.
American Legion Posts Are Reopening, But Many Still Face A Financial Crisis
- June 10
- Anne Kniggendorf
More than 12,000 American Legion posts closed for at least part of the pandemic. Those closures left some posts in financial trouble.
The VA Is Lifting Restrictions At Cemeteries, But Memorial Day May Not Be Back To Normal
- May 28
- Chris Haxel / The American Homefront Project
Days before Memorial Day, the Department of Veterans Affairs is easing restrictions at the cemeteries it manages.
A Skin Condition Makes It Hard For Some Black Men To Shave And Get Ahead In The Military
- May 24
- Carson Frame/American Homefront
Some Air Force members say they're facing discrimination because it's hard for them to shave their faces daily. Many have a skin condition that's especially common among Black men.
Some States Are Doing What The Federal Government Won't: Giving Veterans Benefits To Gay Ex-Troops
- May 18
- Desiree Diorio / The American Homefront Project
Thousands of troops were expelled for being gay before Congress changed the law in 2011. Though many still don't qualify for federal veterans benefits, they now can receive state benefits in New York, Colorado, and other states.
Marines Still Under The Gun To Integrate Women Despite Success Of First Boot Camp Class
- May 17
- By Steve Walsh
Allowing one cycle of female recruits to graduate from traditionally all-male San Diego is only the first step to fulfilling a Congressional mandate.
First Class Of Female Recruits In San Diego History May Be The Last For Now
- May 5
- By Steve Walsh
Female recruits went through Marine boot camp in San Diego for the first time this spring. As they are set to graduate, these new Marines say it's time for women to keep training on the West Coast.
After Billions Of Dollars In Damage, The Military Is Trying To Protect Bases From Climate Change
- May 4
- Jay Price/American Homefront
Hurricanes caused catastrophic damage to East Coast military bases in 2018. Now, as it starts to rebuild, the Pentagon wants to make bases less vulnerable to future storms.
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