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Marine corporal gets medal for saving drowning teen while on leave

After jumping into the river in his T-shirt and shorts, Cpl. Jacob Cogswell battled a strong current to bring the teenager to safety.

By Irene Loewenson

11 days ago

Corporal honored for saving fellow Marine’s life after a hit-and-run

Without Cpl. Caleb Williams, Lance Cpl. Anahi Anaya said, “I would not be here today.”

By Irene Loewenson

2 months ago

Here are some badass stories to help ring in the Marine Corps’ birthday

Celebrate the Corps’ 248th birthday with a roundup of some of the great things Marines have done since turning 247.

By Irene Loewenson

4 months ago

Why Navy sailors love a filthy coffee mug

You'll never catch a Navy veteran rinsing out their coffee mug.

By Sarah Sicard

4 months ago

How a Marine embassy guard in Guyana saved a local guard’s life

Lance Cpl. Eduardo Galicia was standing duty on the midnight shift when he got the call that a local guard was having a medical emergency.

By Irene Loewenson

5 months ago

On NATO’s eastern flank, this soldier rose to the challenge

Master Sgt. Justin Bolin, Military Times' 2023 Soldier of the Year, played a major role in the Army's response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

By Davis Winkie

8 months ago

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