FORT BRAGG — It’s been nearly 20 years since Stan and Shirley White’s son, Staff Sgt. Robert “Bob” White, 34, was killed Sept. 26, 2005, in Afghanistan after his mounted patrol came under enemy fire.
A paratrooper had his Silver Star posthumously upgraded this month, 81 years after his actions in a two-day fight during World War II, according to Army officials. A Distinguished Service Cross was ...
FORT BRAGG — A flyover of Blackhawks and Apache helicopters, passing of unit colors and pass in review aboard the Army’s newest infantry squad vehicle on Fort Bragg means one thing for the 82nd ...
Another round of Fort Bragg soldiers headed overseas Sunday night. It’s the highest deployment level for the 82nd Airborne since World War II. Another round of Fort Bragg soldiers headed overseas ...
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The 82nd Airborne Division held a memorial ceremony to honor fallen paratroopers. The ceremony recognized paratroopers killed in combat and training accidents. Five names were added to the division's ...
Staff Sgt. William Owens' Silver Star was posthumously upgraded to a Distinguished Service Cross 81 years after his actions during World War II. Owens played a crucial role in securing the La Fière ...