Historic Honor: All-Black Female WWII Unit Receives Congressional Gold Medal
The 'Six Triple Eight,' the only all-Black female Army battalion to serve in Europe during WWII, was awarded Congress's highest honor for their remarkable mail-processing mission. The 855-woman unit defied discrimination and cleared a 17-million-piece backlog in just three months, showcasing exceptional efficiency and organizational skills.
Military Base Name Controversy: Fort Moore Reverts to Fort Benning in Latest Reversal
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces the second military base renaming reversal, changing Fort Moore back to Fort Benning to honor a WWI hero. The controversial decision removes the 2023 dedication to Vietnam War hero Lt. Gen. Harold Moore and his wife Julia, sparking criticism from military leadership.
Harriet Tubman Posthumously Honored as Brigadier General on Veterans Day
Abolitionist Harriet Tubman receives posthumous rank of brigadier general in Maryland National Guard. The historic ceremony recognizes her military service and enduring legacy as a freedom fighter during the Civil War.