Four local Black men made history as members of the Montford Point Marines, the first Black unit to serve in the Marine Corps ...

Virginia General Assembly commends Retired Master Gunnery Sergeant Carroll Braxton in celebration of his 100th birthday.

In December 1941 Japan attacked the United States at Pearl ... carrier battles of World War II. Japan lost three aircraft carriers and more than 300 planes. On Saipan, the Marines and army faced ...

Over the course of the 243-year history of the Corps, US Marines have waged war in countries around the world, building a reputation as an unstoppable force. On many occassions, the Marines have ...

Join WECT as we celebrate Black History Month by highlighting some of the people, places, and events that shaped black history here in southeastern NC and beyond.

To honor the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima, the National Museum of the Pacific War is hosting a three-day ...

At 100 years old, he is the oldest living Montford Point Marine who saw service in World War II. The Montford Point Marines were the first African Americans to serve in the United States Marine Corps.