For Veterans
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At Wounded Paw Project we hold a deep sense of gratitude for our veterans. Recognizing the sacrifices they have made, we are committed to providing a place for useful information tailored specifically for them. This is our way of giving back, by creating a space where veterans can find resources, support, and a community that understands their unique experiences.
Veterans Crisis Line - veteranscrisisline.net Dial 9-8-8 then press 1 Text 838255
Pay & Benefits
Military Times
- Troops would get up to 7% pay raise under proposed defense bill April 7, 2026The White House's proposed budget for fiscal 2027 includes a pay raise for junior enlisted service members and other pay grades, ranging from 5% to 7%.
- Iran ‘skirmish’ has no effect on strong US economy, White House advisor claims April 3, 2026The rosy analysis was prompted by the monthly jobs report, which showed the jobless rate for all veterans came down from 4.1% in February to 3.9% in March.
- Feds sue towing company for allegedly illegally auctioning off troops’ cars — including many towed from base March 26, 2026Some of the vehicles were auctioned off in spite of being registered to on-base addresses, including barracks.
Veterans
Military Times
- Overrun and alone, this Medal of Honor recipient gave his life so his men could escape April 8, 2026While defending along 35-mile front in South Korea, Master Sgt. Michael Pena made his last stand.
- The FBI’s secret fight to track down American traitors in Europe during WWII April 6, 2026Author Stephen Harding tells the true story of a small band of FBI agents who went undercover to hunt down U.S. traitors in Europe.
- Iran ‘skirmish’ has no effect on strong US economy, White House advisor claims April 3, 2026The rosy analysis was prompted by the monthly jobs report, which showed the jobless rate for all veterans came down from 4.1% in February to 3.9% in March.
VHA
Military Times
- 15 Fairchild airmen awarded for refueling roles in combat operations April 2, 2026The airmen were recognized for providing "crucial refueling" in contested airspace.
- How the Civil War inspired this iconic poet’s classic Christmas song December 24, 2025Henry Wadsworth Longfellow vehemently objected to his son’s desire to enlist in the Union Army.
- Can Ken Burns revitalize American patriotism? November 13, 2025The 12-hour docuseries highlights nearly 150 characters and 36 battle sequences that range from the well-known, like Bunker Hill, to the more obscure.