For some Americans, the end of the Vietnam War is still deeply felt
Editor’s note: April 30, 2025, marks the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War. In commemoration, Military Times is highlighting stories about the Vietnam War. ANCHORAGE, Alaska — The Vietnam War greatly impacted U.S. society from the passage...
The real story behind that iconic Saigon evacuation photograph
Editor’s note: April 30, 2025, marks the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War. Military Times is publishing a series of stories commemorating the history of the Vietnam War. It has become an iconic symbol of American involvement...
10 movies that defined the Vietnam War on the big screen
Editor’s note: April 30, 2025, marks the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War. In commemoration, Military Times is highlighting stories about the Vietnam War. The Vietnam War cast a long shadow across one of the most fertile...
Saigon was falling. President Ford was playing golf.
Editor’s note: April 30, 2025, marks the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War. In commemoration, Military Times is highlighting stories about the Vietnam War. By March 1975, the situation in Vietnam, and South Vietnam specifically, was dire....
Army pilot claims he distributed LSD for religious reasons
An Army Black Hawk pilot who was indicted by a grand jury for allegedly distributing LSD argued in court he has the religious right to consume the psychedelic drug as a sacrament and sell it on the dark web. Federal prosecutors accused 1st Lt. Kyle...
Blue state governor makes another appearance with Trump before his 100-day speech
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Mich., greeted President Donald Trump on the tarmac in Michigan before his speech to National Guard members on Tuesday, where she also spoke at the event without hiding her face. “Well, I hadn’t planned to speak, but on behalf of all the...
Historic Black female WWII unit receives congressional honor
The only Black, all-female unit to serve in Europe during World War II, commonly known as the “Six Triple Eight,” was honored Tuesday with the Congressional Gold Medal, following a long-running campaign to recognize their efforts. The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion was credited with...
Trump announces new fighter jet mission at Michigan air base
HARRISON TOWNSHIP, Mich. — President Donald Trump announced a new fighter jet mission for an Air National Guard base in Michigan on Tuesday, allaying fears that the base could close and delivering a win for a longtime antagonist, Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Whitmer has softened...
Marines want to add counter-drone weapon to amphibious vehicle
As final tests get underway for Amphibious Combat Vehicle variants sporting 30mm cannons and crane hooks, the Marine Corps is exploring how to incorporate another add-on: a counter-unmanned aerial systems capability. Col. Tim Hough, the Corps’ program manager for advanced amphibious assault, speaking Tuesday at...
