Rory Laverty

Rory Laverty is a freelance reporter covering crime, the military, and national security. He teaches journalism at UNC Wilmington.

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INTO THE BONFIRE

A Few Not So Good Men: Marine Pilots, a Massacre, Immunity

They served only 19 weeks in prison for killing 20 Alpine tourists. The Marine who advised them to burn the videotaped evidence was promoted to colonel.

James LaPorta

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SAME WAR, SAME MISTAKES

Why Some Marines Fear Afghan Allies More Than the Taliban

For the first time, Marines from one of the worst ‘insider attacks’ speak—and they have a warning for Americans going to fight the same war.

James LaPorta

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NEED TO KNOW

Were U.S. Allies Punished for Raping Kids? It’s Classified.

The Pentagon investigated claims that American forces were discouraged from reporting sexual assault. Now the report is here, but its most important finding is secret.

James LaPorta

MARINE MONSTER

Did War Hero Strike Again After He Was Arrested for Rape?

Marine Col. Dan Wilson was charged with raping his subordinate’s 6-year-old daughter, but he wasn’t locked up. That’s when Jeri Walsh says he attacked her.

James LaPorta

BE PREPARED

The Simulator Training Marines for World War III With Russia

Don’t step on a bomb and don’t give your number to a prostitute. These are just some of the lessons being taught for a potential fight with Moscow’s men.

James LaPorta

Rory Laverty

A Few Not So Good Men: Marine Pilots, a Massacre, Immunity

Why Some Marines Fear Afghan Allies More Than the Taliban

Were U.S. Allies Punished for Raping Kids? It’s Classified.

Did War Hero Strike Again After He Was Arrested for Rape?

The Simulator Training Marines for World War III With Russia

Congresswoman Opens Up About Being a Revenge Porn Victim

Marines Share Photo of Nude Unconscious Woman

Felon Turned Fake Journalist Outed a Beloved Gay Teacher

Nude Military Photos Hit the Dark Web

Marines Sent Revenge Porn to Her Parents