Equine-assisted therapy helps veterans transition to life after combat

Equine-assisted therapy helps veterans transition to life after combat

A Chester County nonprofit organization is helping veterans transition to life after combat with help from some unlikely four-legged creatures.

A Chester County nonprofit organization is helping veterans transition to life after combat with help from some unlikely four-legged creatures.

Soldier surprises students who began writing letters to him in kindergarten while he was deployed in Iraq

Soldier surprises students who began writing letters to him in kindergarten while he was deployed in Iraq

Thirteen years after becoming pen pals with a group of kindergarten students in Georgia, a U.S. Army brigadier general surprised the now-high school seniors at their school in a heartwarming first in-person meeting.

Thirteen years after becoming pen pals with a group of kindergarten students in Georgia, a U.S. Army brigadier general surprised the now-high school seniors at their school in a heartwarming first in-person meeting.

Remains of Philadelphia soldier who died in WWII battle identified

Remains of Philadelphia soldier who died in WWII battle identified

The government says the remains of a soldier who died in a Pacific island battle during World War II have been identified as a 23-year-old Philadelphia man.

The government says the remains of a soldier who died in a Pacific island battle during World War II have been identified as a 23-year-old Philadelphia man.

Vietnam Marine veteran in New Mexico hospice care reunites with beloved dog one last time

Vietnam Marine veteran in New Mexico hospice care reunites with beloved dog one last time

A New Mexico veteran who served with the Marines in Vietnam said a final goodbye last week to the beloved dog he had to put up for adoption when he entered hospice care.

A New Mexico veteran who served with the Marines in Vietnam said a final goodbye last week to the beloved dog he had to put up for adoption when he entered hospice care.

Fort Stewart training accident leaves 3 soldiers dead, 3 injured, officials say

Fort Stewart training accident leaves 3 soldiers dead, 3 injured, officials say

Three soldiers were killed and three others were hospitalized after a training accident at Fort Stewart in Georgia on Sunday, according to officials.

Three soldiers were killed and three others were hospitalized after a training accident at Fort Stewart in Georgia on Sunday, according to officials.

US pulling out of northern Syria; full withdrawal possible

US pulling out of northern Syria; full withdrawal possible

The United States appears to be heading toward a full military withdrawal from Syria amid growing chaos , cries of betrayal and signs that Turkey's invasion could fuel a broader war.

The United States appears to be heading toward a full military withdrawal from Syria amid growing chaos , cries of betrayal and signs that Turkey's invasion could fuel a broader war.

Colorado school shooting hero now officially a Marine

Colorado school shooting hero now officially a Marine

A Colorado teen who helped stop a school shooting in May has graduated from Marine Corps boot camp, where he is said to have further distinguished himself as his platoon's honor man.

A Colorado teen who helped stop a school shooting in May has graduated from Marine Corps boot camp, where he is said to have further distinguished himself as his platoon's honor man.

Florida veteran who was buried with honors had kin after all

Florida veteran who was buried with honors had kin after all

More than 2,000 people packed into Patriots Plaza at Sarasota National Cemetery on Tuesday afternoon. Each person came to say ‘goodbye’ and salute Edward Pearson. It was reported that the Naples, Florida resident had no immediate family, but it turns out, he had two sons.

More than 2,000 people packed into Patriots Plaza at Sarasota National Cemetery on Tuesday afternoon. Each person came to say ‘goodbye’ and salute Edward Pearson. It was reported that the Naples, Florida resident had no immediate family, but it turns out, he had two sons.

Restored Vietnam-era military tank selling for $85K on Facebook

Restored Vietnam-era military tank selling for $85K on Facebook

If you’re a fan of military vehicles, one Georgia collector is selling a restored Vietnam-era tank for $85,000 on Facebook.

If you’re a fan of military vehicles, one Georgia collector is selling a restored Vietnam-era tank for $85,000 on Facebook.

2,000 attend funeral of Florida veteran who died alone

2,000 attend funeral of Florida veteran who died alone

Edward Pearson passed away on August 31 at the age of 80. He had no immediate family, but the funeral director had a plan to still give Pearson one last amazing honor: An open invitation to the public.

Edward Pearson passed away on August 31 at the age of 80. He had no immediate family, but the funeral director had a plan to still give Pearson one last amazing honor: An open invitation to the public.

Friends and family pay their respects to WWI veteran

Friends and family pay their respects to WWI veteran

A memorial service was held Monday to honor Sgt. Thomas Fearn, a soldier who was killed in action in WWI. His body laid in an unmarked grave until his relatives were able to locate the grave this year and place a marker.  

A memorial service was held Monday to honor Sgt. Thomas Fearn, a soldier who was killed in action in WWI. His body laid in an unmarked grave until his relatives were able to locate the grave this year and place a marker.  

Navy sailor dies after fall aboard carrier USS Nimitz near San Diego

Navy sailor dies after fall aboard carrier USS Nimitz near San Diego

 Military officials say a Navy sailor died after a fall aboard an aircraft carrier at Naval Station North Island in Coronado, California.

 Military officials say a Navy sailor died after a fall aboard an aircraft carrier at Naval Station North Island in Coronado, California.

'Emotional': Hundreds honor Vietnam veterans decades after war's end in Pottstown

'Emotional': Hundreds honor Vietnam veterans decades after war's end in Pottstown

For many Americans, everyday is Veterans Day but it hasn’t always been that way. Many who served during the Vietnam War period never received any support upon their return to U.S. soil following the war. 

For many Americans, everyday is Veterans Day but it hasn’t always been that way. Many who served during the Vietnam War period never received any support upon their return to U.S. soil following the war. 

Air Force Sergeant saves choking baby while flying to award ceremony

Air Force Sergeant saves choking baby while flying to award ceremony

A member of the United States Air Force is being praised for saving the life of a choking baby while flying back to the United States. Amazingly, he was traveling at the time to attend an event that would award him for his other heroic actions.

A member of the United States Air Force is being praised for saving the life of a choking baby while flying back to the United States. Amazingly, he was traveling at the time to attend an event that would award him for his other heroic actions.

Military sees frustrating trend as suicide rate rises

Military sees frustrating trend as suicide rate rises

Military suicides have surged to a record high among active duty troops, continuing a deadly trend that Pentagon officials say is frustrating and they are struggling to counter.

Military suicides have surged to a record high among active duty troops, continuing a deadly trend that Pentagon officials say is frustrating and they are struggling to counter.