In 2012, U.S Army Staff Sergeant Robert “Bob” Bales conducted, what he believed to be, a pre-emptive strike against Taliban fighters who had … [Read more...] about New podcast series ‘The War Within’ gives detailed account of Robert Bales case
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The case of US Army Specialist Neftaly Platero
Army Specialist (SPC) Neftaly Platero served honorably for four years in the United States Marine Corps. After having relished his experience, … [Read more...] about The case of US Army Specialist Neftaly Platero
SFC Robert Nicoson found not guilty of all allegations, case dismissed
On January 7, 2022, an Army court-martial panel (jury) comprised of 2 Lieutenant Colonels and 6 Command Sergeants Major found Sergeant First … [Read more...] about SFC Robert Nicoson found not guilty of all allegations, case dismissed
Army Times: Paratrooper charged in Syria shootout acquitted of all charges
Article written by Kyle Rempfer Sgt. 1st Class Robert Nicoson, the paratrooper who was accused of leading a patrol into an unnecessary … [Read more...] about Army Times: Paratrooper charged in Syria shootout acquitted of all charges
World War II: A Black American soldier’s journal
Written by Randy Lescault | Originally published by We Are The Mighty The information on the Death Notice was spare and emotionless. … [Read more...] about World War II: A Black American soldier’s journal
What is the latest with SFC Robert Nicoson’s case?
On May 20, 2021, the Article 32 hearing for Sergeant First Class (SFC) Robert Nicoson began at Fort Bragg, NC. A fact-finding process, the … [Read more...] about What is the latest with SFC Robert Nicoson’s case?
Preliminary Hearing Date Set For Army SFC Robert Nicoson
FORT BRAGG, NC – Army Sergeant First Class Robert Nicoson's future will hinge on the recommendations from the appointed Preliminary Hearing … [Read more...] about Preliminary Hearing Date Set For Army SFC Robert Nicoson
82nd Airborne paratrooper faces charges related to gunfight at Syrian checkpoint
Written by Chad Garland for Stars and Stripes An 82nd Airborne Division soldier is facing charges stemming from a deadly firefight in Syria … [Read more...] about 82nd Airborne paratrooper faces charges related to gunfight at Syrian checkpoint
Ambush at Syrian checkpoint leads to charges against Army SFC Robert Nicoson
Written by Kyle Rempfer for Army Times A rare gunfight between U.S. paratroopers and pro-Syrian regime forces last summer has led to charges … [Read more...] about Ambush at Syrian checkpoint leads to charges against Army SFC Robert Nicoson
Justice or Coverup: SFC Robert Nicoson and the Pentagon’s Mission to Pin Liability on a War Hero
Written by Danny for TerminalCWO What Happened? On August 17, 2020, a Coalition Forces (CF) led patrol engaged in small arms fire with … [Read more...] about Justice or Coverup: SFC Robert Nicoson and the Pentagon’s Mission to Pin Liability on a War Hero
Unequal Justice: American Service Members Remain in Prison While Terrorists Go Free
In spite of delays in the process initially announced by the Afghan government last year, Taliban prisoners have been released in droves as … [Read more...] about Unequal Justice: American Service Members Remain in Prison While Terrorists Go Free
Think Our Warfighters Are Safe with Wars Winding Down? Think Again
As U.S. troop levels in warzones such as Iraq and Afghanistan have dwindled, it is logical to expect fewer cases of our warfighters being … [Read more...] about Think Our Warfighters Are Safe with Wars Winding Down? Think Again