Combat Generation
How a decade at war is changing the U.S. military
Combat Generation: Bloodless Trauma
Diagnosis: Battle wound
Once dismissed as a sign of weakness, mental injuries, such as the ones suffered by Marine Staff Sgt. James Ownbey, are gaining the attention of a military worn down by a decade at war.
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Photos: Understanding
the enemy: Part 2
How enemies in Afghanistan must be persuaded to lay down their weapons through negotiation and force.
Part 1: The modern-day U.S. officer emerges
The evolving military
The battle against insurgents in Afghanistan and Iraq has created an insatiable demand for the once-lowly drone.
Timeline: Drone attacks
Impact of War
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Experts and everyday people come together to talk about how the war has changed their lives.
- The Facts: Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
Features
Portraits of U.S. service members who have died in Afghanistan and Iraq.
