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As of Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013, reports are at least 2,045 members of the U.S. military have died in Afghanistan as a result of the U.S. led invasion of Afghanistan in 2001. The Associated Press has also been keeping count and their numbers are two less than the Defense Department's totals.

For the first time, women in the armed forces will be moved into combat roles. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta will make the official announcement Thursday.

It may be hard to believe that the U.S Army uses live goats for training, but it is true. Thousands of goats have been shot, stabbed and blown up for training in combat situations at Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, home of the 82nd airborne.

That's right -- we're still posting 'Call Me Maybe' videos. Deal with it! This one's got soldiers serving in Afghanistan, so it's sort of our civic responsibility to share it with the world.

Veteran's Day is one of the greatest American holiday, because we get to celebrate those who have and are still serving our country. It's one of the greatest sacrifices; these men and women are leaving their loved ones to risk their lives for us. For that, we give them a sincere thank you.

Military homecomings are the ultimate heartwarming tearjerkers. Remember the surprise visit at a recent football game or the adorable dog welcoming home his soldier owner? We’re tearing up all over again! But don’t let the waterworks flow just yet -- we’re here to bring you a funny behind-the-scenes look at these guys.