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Myths are important symbols of cultural unity, and perhaps no myths are more important in the modern era than the military myths that establish our national heritage and remind us of the values our nation stands for.

Is This a Real Video of a Soldier Greeting Grandmother After Russians Left Kherson?

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
Nov 14, 2022 Ukrainian forces took back Kherson from Russia in November 2022.
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Can veterans' spouses get Florida teaching certificates without bachelor's degrees?

Can Veterans' Spouses Get Florida Teaching Certificates Without Degrees?

Written by:
Dan Evon
Jul 28, 2022 A new law makes it easier for military veterans, but not their spouses, to obtain a teaching cer ...
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'Military Polymer Drone Flies' Are Just Bugs

Written by:
Dan Evon
Jun 20, 2022 Bugs aren't real?
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No, the US Military Didn't Hang Tom Vilsack

Written by:
David Emery
May 23, 2022 A prodigious purveyor of junk news strikes again.
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Is This a Real Video of a Queen’s Guard Shooting at a Tourist?

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
May 16, 2022 The guards really don’t like to be bothered.
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No, a Video Doesn't Show Finland Moving Tanks to the Russian Border

Written by:
Bethania Palma
May 4, 2022 The video shows Finnish tanks being transported for a military exercise taking place amid Russia ...
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No, David Axelrod Hasn't Been Arrested by the US Military

Written by:
Bethania Palma
Apr 22, 2022 The claim was made by a website that frequently makes fantastical (i.e., false) claims.
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Does Video Show Russian Warship Exploding?

Written by:
Dan Evon
Apr 14, 2022 One of Russia's most important warships was truly damaged, but this video?
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Is This Tractor Towing a Russian Jet Captured in Ukraine?

Written by:
Dan Evon
Mar 16, 2022 Ukrainian farmers have been filmed towing all sorts of abandoned military gear with their tractors.
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Video Doesn't Show Ukraine Soldiers Killing Civilians in Chechnya

Written by:
Dan Evon
Mar 14, 2022 The 2014 French drama film “The Search” is about Russia's invasion of Chechnya in 1999.
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Are Ukrainians Selling Used Russian Tanks on eBay?

Written by:
Dan Evon
Mar 2, 2022 Ukrainians have truly taken over some Russian tanks, but selling them on eBay?
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Is This Ukraine Vice President's Wife in Combat Gear?

Written by:
Dan Evon
Mar 2, 2022 No, and it's not the first lady either.
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Did an Anti-War Protester in Moscow Display Apologetic Sign?

Written by:
Bethania Palma
Feb 26, 2022 While sharing a viral photograph of a protester, some claimed it was taken during a demonstratio ...
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Video Doesn't Show Russian and Ukrainian Soldiers Dancing Together

Written by:
Dan Evon
Feb 25, 2022 This miscaptioned video was circulated by those attempting to downplay Russia's attack on Ukraine.
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Did the Taliban Call for a ‘Peaceful’ Resolution in Ukraine?

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
Feb 25, 2022 The Taliban took over the Afghan government in August 2021.
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No, This Isn't a Video of a Russian Paratrooper TikToking the Invasion of Ukraine

Written by:
Bethania Palma
Feb 24, 2022 A video went viral across social media platforms with misleading information.
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Is Russia Using Mobile Crematoriums to Hide Evidence of Casualties in Ukraine?

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
Feb 24, 2022 The crematoriums were reportedly in use in 2015, as well.
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Did Trump Mistakenly Say US Troops Had Landed in Ukraine?

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
Feb 24, 2022 He got a swift correction from Laura Ingraham.
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Did Navy SEALs Raid Cargo Ship Full of Smuggled Children?

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
Nov 10, 2021 The raid allegedly occurred in Long Beach, California.
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Was Pan Am Clipper Taken by Japan at Truk Lagoon Before WWII?

Written by:
Madison Dapcevich
Nov 5, 2021 Snopes spoke with an aviation history expert to get to the heart of conspiracy theories.
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