In these times of intolerance, fear, and racial tension, it’s easy to forget that there are still places in the world where friendship knows no colour. According to Mexican-American soldier Israel Parra, the army is one of them, and his story of a bond he made in Iraq that transcended all

Working with your best friend makes any job more fun, even when you’re a soldier on active duty. It’s hard when that friend moves on to a new chapter, though, and you’re left wondering who will take their place. This soldier came up with the perfect solution. Show Full Text Meet SPC Plank, the