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Articles from 1/2010
NATO Commander Sees Pivotal 2010 for Afghanistan
January 31, 2010 - Just returned from an international conference on Afghanistan, NATO’s top military commander expressed confidence that the critical pieces are being put into place to make 2010 a turning point for Afghanistan’s future.
Air Force General Victor E. Renuart Jr. Discusses Haiti Support and Olympic Aid
January 29, 2010 - The commander of U.S. Northern Command discussed Northcom’s support for the earthquake relief effort in Haiti and the upcoming Winter Olympics in Canada during an interview this week.
Technology Helps Wounded Warrior Lead Productive Life
January 29, 2010 - It took a few trips to the grocery store before Army Capt. Matthew Staton realized he needed help.
Exercise Aims to Combat Weapons of Mass Destruction
January 29, 2010 - International cooperation is key to interrupting the trafficking of materials used to make weapons of mass destruction and stopping the proliferation of nuclear arms, a Department of Homeland Security official said.
Research Laboratory and Academy Officials Collaborate on Space Project
January 29, 2010 - U.S. Air Force Academy cadets and members of the Air Force Research Laboratory at Edwards Air Force on the FalconSAT-5 satellite Jan. 11 through 22 here.
Secretary Donley Announces Location of Newest Fisher House
January 29, 2010 - Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley announced Jan. 27 during a Pentagon ceremony that the next Fisher House will be established on Dover Air Force Base, Del.
Kentucky Airmen Move Supplies Through Dominican Republic
January 29, 2010 - As relief supplies and support continue to pour into Haiti, members of the Kentucky Air National Guard's 123rd Contingency Operations Group has helped to ensure a steady flow of help into the areas that need it.
Tricare Official Rear Admiral Christine Hunter Explains Plans for Future
January 29, 2010 - To balance increasingly complex responsibilities at home and overseas, Military Health System officials have adopted the Quadruple Aim model of care.
Holloman Visit by Chief of Staff Highlights Contributions of Airmen
January 29, 2010 - The top military leader of the Air Force visited here Jan. 27 to talk with Airmen about the state of the Air Force and to get a firsthand look at what Airmen here do on a day-to-day basis.
59th Medical Wing Clinical Research Division Works in Africa to Prevent and Treat Disease
January 28, 2010 - A tiny bug bite recently prompted a boy in Kenya, Africa, to walk alone for eight hours and admit himself to a clinic that specializes in parasitic diseases.
President Barack Obama Vows to Confront Terrorists and Succeed in Afghanistan
January 28, 2010 - President Barack Obama stressed during his State of the Union address tonight the importance of confronting terrorists who threaten the United States and of succeeding in Afghanistan while continuing a responsible military drawdown in Iraq.
Phoenix Ravens Secure Aircraft Supporting Operation Unified Response
January 28, 2010 - When Tech. Sgt. Toma Ferguson received a phone call Jan. 15 putting him on alert for a flight to support Operation Unified Response, he was excited about being able to provide relief and support to the millions of Haitians impacted by the earthquake.
Exercise at Offutt Air Force Base Simulates Response to Health Emergency
January 28, 2010 - More than 1,000 people wound their way through the community center here Jan. 21 as part of a 55th Wing's point of distribution exercise.
Military Families Get Free Access to Caregiver Network
January 28, 2010 - Military families now have free access to an online network of caregivers who can assist with everything from babysitting to dog walking.
Chief Master Sergeant of Air Force Visits Columbus and Offers Advice to Airmen
January 28, 2010 - The chief master sergeant of the Air Force and his wife visited Columbus Air Force Base Jan. 25 and 26 to speak to Airmen and their answer questions while touring the base.
NFL Pro Bowl Cheerleaders Boost Morale for Operation Unified Response Workers
January 28, 2010 - National Football League representatives visited Airmen, civilians and earthquake victims Jan. 27 at Homestead Air Reserve Base.
AFSOUTH Officials Guide Air Force Haiti Relief Effort
January 28, 2010 - Airmen from across the United States are participating in the Haitian earthquake joint relief effort while the as Air Forces Southern members guide the effort from hundreds of miles away in the Arizona desert.
A Boomer’s Perspective: From Cold War to War on Terror
January 27, 2010 - Born a 1950s baby boomer, I grew up during the Cold War with the threat of nuclear holocaust looming on the horizon. As a little girl, I had dreams in which Russian troops swarmed over the hill in our back yard.
Shooting Drills Help Marines Sharpen Skills
January 27, 2010 - With large packs and complete sets of personal protective equipment, Marines from Headquarters and Service Company of 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, arrived at the makeshift rifle range here Jan. 23 under rain-threatening clouds.
Airmen Deployed to Puerto Rico Fly Haiti Relief Missions
January 27, 2010 - Airmen took off in a C-130 Hercules in support of Haiti earthquake relief operations Jan. 25, here, just two days after deploying from Colorado to Muniz Air Base.
U.S. and Japanese Airmen Join Forces for Bilateral Exercise
January 27, 2010 - Airmen stationed in Japan and other locations around the world joined their Japanese counterparts and sister services to kick off the year's first bilateral exercise Jan. 22, here.
Military Families Gain Access to Free Online Tutoring Service
January 27, 2010 - Defense Department officials here launched a free, online tutoring service for servicemembers and their families.
Amalgam Virgo Exercise Prepares Units to Protect Sun Life Stadium for Super Bowl
January 27, 2010 - Fighter aircraft, at the direction of officials from Continental U.S. North American Aerospace Defense Command Region, or CONR, will be busy well before Super Bowl Sunday preparing to protect Sun Life Stadium in Miami during game day.
President Barack Obama will Request an Increase for Military Pay and Medical Programs
January 27, 2010 - President Barack Obama will request increased funding for military pay, housing allowances, family support programs and care for wounded warriors.
Air Force Medics Providing Aeromedical Evacuation to Critically Ill From Haiti
January 27, 2010 - A three-person medical team from the Wright-Patterson Medical Center here is providing aeromedical evacuation support to assist victims of the earthquake in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
National Guard Responds to Winter Storms in Arizona and the Dakotas
January 26, 2010 - The National Guard responded to severe weather in the Dakotas and Arizona yesterday.
First Lady Announces Family Program Budget Boost
January 26, 2010 - President Barack Obama's fiscal 2011 budget request calls for a record $8.8 billion for military family support programs, First Lady Michelle Obama told military spouses today at Bolling Air Force Base here.
Airmen in combat zone work with, rely on Soldiers
January 26, 2010 - A normal convoy run by the 732nd Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron Detachment 3 team would have been a routine 20-minute drive for Army Spc. Tommy Turner if not for an improvised explosive device that detonated, ripping through a Humvee.
Weather Center Staff Now Supports Stars and Stripes Newspaper
January 26, 2010 - In addition to producing roughly 8,400 forecasts a month for 72 locations in 60 different countries, the American Forces Network Weather Center here has added yet another client: Stars and Stripes.
The Office of Naval Research Examines Video Gaming Benefits
January 26, 2010 - Think interactive video games are a waste of time or more suited for children? Think again. Research under way by the Office of Naval Research indicates that video games can help adults process information much faster.
Air Force Lieutenant Roslyn L. Schulte Posthumously is awarded the Medal for Valor
January 26, 2010 - An Air Force lieutenant was posthumously awarded the National Intelligence Medal for Valor for her efforts to teach Afghan military officials how to gather and interpret military intelligence Jan. 22 here.
West Point Grad and Family Bring New Meaning to the Word Service
January 26, 2010 - As the eldest of six children, Capt. Kate Gowel always felt a desire to lead. She first led the way into the military -- a path all five of her siblings soon followed -- and later led the way in her career as a military lawyer.
Veterans Affairs to Begin Recovery of Post-9/11 GI Bill Advance Payments
January 26, 2010 - The Department of Veterans Affairs is beginning the process of recovering advance payments made available during the fall 2009 semester to servicemembers who applied for education benefits.
Official Notes Military Health System’s ‘Amazing’ Impact
January 25, 2010 - The Defense Department’s Military Health System has never played a clearer or more important role in the security of the nation, the assistant secretary of defense for health affairs said today.
Marines End Anbar Mission as Army Takes Lead
January 25, 2010 - The 2nd Marine Expeditionary Force transferred authority of Iraq’s largest province to the Army’s 1st Armored Division in a Jan. 23 ceremony here that marked the end of the Marine Corps’ mission in Iraq.
Simulator Provides Risk-Free Training at Eielson Air Force Base
January 25, 2010 - The 354th Security Forces Squadron training instructors here recently received training on a new simulation system that will train Airmen in marksmanship, collective and judgmental firing skills.
2009 Academy Graduate Balances Air Force and Pro Hockey
January 25, 2010 - Few people can actually say they have had a dream come true. Greg Flynn has had two: the opportunity to serve the country he loves and the chance to play professionally in the sport he loves.
Airmen and Sailors Demonstrate Airpower at Bahrain International Airshow
January 25, 2010 - Servicemembers from the Air Force and Navy completed their mission to highlight U.S. airpower at the inaugural Bahrain International Airshow held Jan. 21-23 here.
Veterans Affairs Officials to Begin Recovery of GI Bill Advance Payments
January 25, 2010 - Veterans Affairs Department officials are beginning the process of recovering advance payments made available during the fall 2009 semester to veterans and servicemembers who applied for education benefits.
Army South Deploys Additional Soldiers and Civilians to Haiti
January 25, 2010 - In an ongoing effort to aid earthquake victims in Haiti, additional U.S. Army South Soldiers and civilians deployed Jan. 23 to the devastated Caribbean nation as part of Joint Task Force Haiti and Operation Unified Response.
Soldiers Teach ISF Advanced Marksmanship Skills
January 25, 2010 - Members of the Iraqi Army and Federal Police got hands-on rifle training from the best in the business at Contingency Operating Station Cashe South during a six-day advanced marksmanship training course.
Garamone's Blog: Life and Death at Terminal Varreux
January 24, 2010 - I watched a woman die yesterday.The young Haitian woman -- call her Marie -- was fifty feet from the helicopter that was to take her to the USNS Comfort.
Kentucky ANG Combat Controllers Assist with Parachute Drops and Airfield Operations in Haiti
January 24, 2010 - Two combat controllers from the Kentucky Air National Guard's 123d Special Tactics Squadron have been hard at work since arriving here Jan. 16.
Colorado-Based Air Force Reservists Deploy in Support Haiti Earthquake Relief
January 24, 2010 - Approximately 50 Air Force Reservists and two C-130 Hercules from Colorado's 302nd Airlift Wing left here, Jan. 22 to fly humanitarian missions in support of Haitian relief efforts.
Free Base Taxi Provides Convenience and Reduced Traffic
January 23, 2010 - Traffic, parking and gas prices: All reasons to use the free base taxi service aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico.
Drug Abuse Resistance Education Officer Says It Is No Ordinary Job
January 23, 2010 - What began 27 years ago in Los Angeles, in an effort to educate kids about drugs, gangs and violence, the program, known as Drug Abuse Resistance Education, has been at Marine Corps Base Quantico for more than 10 years.
Last Marine Operational Command Departs Iraq
January 23, 2010 - Over the past six years, thousands of Marines deployed to Al Anbar province, Iraq, the largest and once most volatile province in the country.
24th Marine Expeditionary Unit Off the Coast of Haiti, Ready to Assist Relief Efforts
January 23, 2010 - The 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit is off the coast of Haiti Jan. 23 staged to support ongoing relief efforts in Haiti after a 7.0 earthquake devastated the country last week.
3/6 Arrives in Helmand Province and Prepare to Integrate with ANA
January 23, 2010 - Marines and sailors from 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment labored to get through the massive pile of gear in the center of the CH-53E Super Stallion and out into the burning sun of southern Afghanistan, Jan. 17, 2009.
Chief of Staff Notes the Keys to the Air Force’s Future is Flexibility and Agility
January 22, 2010 - The Air Force must be able to operate across a spectrum of conflicts, using a myriad of warfare tools and tactics, while keeping up with advancing technologies and the ways the nation’s adversaries use them, the service’s top officer said here this week.
Army Secretary Directs Fort Hood Accountability Review
January 22, 2010 - The Army will conduct a review to determine if leaders were negligent in their supervision of accused Fort Hood shooter Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan, Defense Department officials announced yesterday.
Lab Techs Enable Diagnosis and Treatment for Haitian Patients
January 22, 2010 - Medics don’t just slap patients on operating tables and begin cutting. Patients need tests to determine blood types, allergic reactions and drug sensitivities.
Navy Announces Updates to Selective Reenlistment Bonus Award Levels
January 22, 2010 - The Navy announced revised Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB) rates Jan. 22 in NAVADMIN 028/10.
USS Carl Vinson Touches Hearts and Saves Lives at Haitian Clinic
January 22, 2010 - USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 medical personnel provided emergency medical assistance Jan. 21 to hundreds of injured Haitian citizens at the Killick Haitian Coast Guard Clinic in Carrefour, Haiti.
U.S. Troops in Haiti to grow to 20,000 in Support of Relief Efforts
January 22, 2010 - Roughly 20,000 U.S. troops will be supporting relief efforts in Haiti by Jan. 24, military officials said, adding to the 13,000-strong American force currently there.
Army Invites 14,000 IRR Soldiers to Readiness Musters in 2010
January 22, 2010 - The Army kicks off another year of readiness musters, Jan. 23, for some 14,000 Soldiers in the Individual Ready Reserve.
Initial Military Training for the Army to Undergo Basic Overhaul
January 22, 2010 - Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, the Training and Doctrine's deputy commanding general for Initial Military Training, spent some time at Fort Knox last week for a conference on reception battalions.
Bataan Crew Adds Language Skills and Medical Help in Haiti
January 21, 2010 - The crew of the USS Bataan is adding language capabilities and medical care for earthquake victims as part of Operation Unified Response Haiti.
Deputy Defense Secretary William J. Lynn III Lists Aerospace and Cyber-Age Challenges
January 21, 2010 - Current and potential U.S. adversaries seek to employ asymmetrical weapons, such as improvised explosive devices and cyber warfare, as a means to confront U.S. military superiority in conventional conflict, Deputy Defense Secretary William J. Lynn III sai
90th Missile Wing Welcomes New Vice Commander
January 21, 2010 - The Mighty Ninety recently welcomed Col. Scott Fox as its new vice commander.
Sailors Aiming for Anchors Should Review Their Record
January 21, 2010 - More than 35,000 first class petty officers participated in the Navy-wide Chief Petty Officer Advancement Exam, Jan. 21, hoping for a shot at chief.
Study Investigates Sit-Ups vs. Core Strengthening During APFT
January 21, 2010 - Almost everyone has experienced some lower back pain, and according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, low back pain is the second most common neurological ailment in the United States.
Commentary: Tele-behavioral Healthcare to Help Where Needed
January 21, 2010 - As part of an increasing commitment to addressing behavioral health care for Soldiers, families, and retirees, several tele-behavioral health initiatives are under way.
Army Bringing High-Tech Help to Haiti Earthquake Relief Effort
January 21, 2010 - The U.S. Army's Program Executive Office Enterprise Information Systems has called upon its technological expertise to help to relief efforts in earthquake-ravaged Haiti.
Army Family Action Plan Delegates Choose Top Five Issues
January 21, 2010 - On the final day of the 2010 Army Family Action Plan conference last week, delegates broke from their individual working groups and voted on their top five issues, three of which involve services for wounded or ill warriors.
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates Says India and Pakistan Have Stake in Afghan Success
January 20, 2010 - Both India and Pakistan have a big stake in what happens in Afghanistan, and are playing significant roles to support the effort there, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said today.
Record Crowds Cause Unrest at Distribution Point in Haiti
January 20, 2010 - You could hear the crowd before you could see it. From the top of the hill that serves as a landing zone for disaster relief here, the crowd looked massive, the largest yet at this U.S. military relief point.
Homestead Air Reserve Base in Florida Proves Vital in Transporting Relief to Haiti
January 20, 2010 - Homestead Air Reserve Base in Florida is playing a vital role in moving essential medical supplies, equipment and military support to Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
Military and Family Life Consultant Program Offer Support to Off-base Schools
January 20, 2010 - Most military children attend non-Defense Department schools, but military officials are determined not to allow their unique needs to slip through the cracks.
Arrival of the USNS Comfort Broadens Military’s Mission in Haiti
January 20, 2010 - The arrival of the USNS Comfort, a military hospital ship, adds some 600 medical personnel to the humanitarian effort in Haiti, roughly tripling the number of American medical workers tending to the devastated country.
Air Force's Only Female Deployed Command Chief Credits Past Experience for Successful Career
January 20, 2010 - In early 1982, Cedar Springs, Mich., had a population of more than 2,600 people. Among them was 20-year-old Suzan Simmons, destined to become Chief Master Sergeant Suzan Sangster.
VA Officials Reaching out to Students and Schools to Speed Benefit Payments
January 20, 2010 - Department of Veterans Affairs officials announced Jan. 20 that they have been reaching out to student veterans, servicemembers, university officials and other partners to meet a commitment to an aggressive processing goal by Feb. 1.
Seven Soldiers Make Team USA for Olympic Winter Games
January 20, 2010 - Seven current and former members of the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program have earned spots on Team USA for the XXI Olympic Winter Games, scheduled for Feb. 12-28 in Vancouver and Whistler, British Columbia, Canada.
The Korean War Remembered by Veterans that Participated in It
January 19, 2010 - The Korean War has been characterized as a forgotten conflict, lost somewhere between World War II and Vietnam.
Deployed Marines Learning Professionalism Through MCMAP
January 19, 2010 - In addition to fighting the Taliban, Marines in southern Afghanistan are fighting to win the confidence and trust of the Afghan populace.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Memory Honored at Base Chapel
January 19, 2010 - Marines, sailors and civilians gathered at the Marine Memorial Chapel Friday for an early observance of the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. sponsored by the Equal Employment Opportunity Office, Headquarters Marine Corps.
Military Gadgets for the New Decade to be Highlighted at the 2010 Marine West Exposition
January 19, 2010 - The 2010 Marine West Exposition is scheduled to be held at Bldg. 2238, in the 22 Area of Camp Pendleton, Jan. 27 and 28.
Hall of Remembrance Honors Fallen Troops
January 19, 2010 - Army Spc. Jonathan Emard, 20, was killed June 4, 2008, in Tikrit, Iraq, when his unit was attacked by enemy forces using small-arms fire and hand grenades.
Defense Logisticians Stock USNS Comfort’s Shelves Headed for Haiti
January 19, 2010 - When the Navy hospital ship USNS Comfort’s crew cast off lines Jan. 16 and the ship headed for earthquake-ravaged Haiti, it did so with shelves stocked in part by Defense Logistics Agency team members here.
F-15 Eagle Rewire Flights to Save Money and Manhours to Help Keep them Flying
January 19, 2010 - A new rewire flight at Robins Air Force Base, Ga., is playing a key role in keeping the aging F-15 Eagle flying for years to come.
2010 AETC Symposium Reaches New Heights with Seminars and Displays
January 19, 2010 - More than 3,700 people attended the 2010 Air Education and Training Command Symposium Jan. 14 and 15 in downtown San Antonio, the largest showing to date.
'Today's Air Force' Features A-10 Thunderbolt II
January 18, 2010 - Viewers get an inside look at the coordinated effort of providing security for a base in Iraq.
New Jersey Base Gets Evacuees from Haiti on Road Home
January 18, 2010 - A flight carrying 44 evacuees arrived here late Jan. 16 in a continuing effort to assist U.S. citizens in Haiti after the country was devastated by a 7.0-maginitude earthquake Tuesday.
Military and Civilian Leaders Assess and Plan Relief Operations
January 18, 2010 - Base leaders met with civilian representatives Jan. 17 to assess current operations and plan for further support in response to the 7.0-magnitude earthquake in Haiti Jan. 12.
Puerto Rico Air National Guard Operationally Ready While Preparing for a major Readiness Inspection
January 18, 2010 - Whether providence or coincidence, the Puerto Rico Air National Guard is proving their readiness and relevance in support of Operation Unified Response while preparing for a major readiness inspection.
U.S. Army Gen. Stanley McChrystal Commends Afghan Forces in Stabilizing Kabul
January 18, 2010 - Afghan National Security Forces countered an insurgent attack here in the capital city today, and with help from international forces, are securing the area where several explosions and small arms fire were reported this morning.
Face of Defense: Sailor Prepares for Mission Despite Losses
January 18, 2010 - As the USS Bataan begins a journey to bring aid to Haiti, one sailor, born in Haiti, is focusing on the mission, even as he is concerned about his family members in the earthquake-stricken nation.
Visit by Secretary Gates Aims to Bolster U.S.-India Ties and Cooperation
January 18, 2010 - Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said he sees his visit to India as another step toward expanding the two countries’ solid defense relationship, particularly in light of the common threats they face.
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates Says Initial Progress Shows Afghanistan Strategy On Track
January 18, 2010 - Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates cited progress in areas of southern Afghanistan as evidence that the new U.S. strategy is making an impact.
Troops Set Up Front Lines for Survival in Haiti
January 17, 2010 - As the sun rises over the sweeping palms here, not much is certain about Army Lt. Col. Mike Foster’s day.
Army Lt. Gen. P.K. Keen Says Security Role in Haiti to Gain Prominence
January 17, 2010 - The security side of U.S. humanitarian relief operations in Haiti will take on a larger role as violence increases in the aftermath of the magnitude 7 earthquake that struck five days ago, the top U.S. commander in Haiti said today.
Officials at U.S. Southern Command Headquarters Provide Haiti Update
January 16, 2010 - Officials at U.S. Southern Command headquarters here provided a recap last night of the previous 48 hours of developments in the Haiti relief effort.
Top Navy Doctor Predicts Long USNS Comfort Deployment in Haiti
January 16, 2010 - The chief of Navy medicine told the crew of the USNS Comfort here yesterday to prepare for a long deployment to Haiti.
82nd Airborne Division troops from Fort Bragg, N.C Provide First Glimpse of Relief
January 16, 2010 - Hundreds of 82nd Airborne Division troops from Fort Bragg, N.C., arrived here overnight in the first wave of putting a substantial U.S. military relief effort in place in the wake of this week’s devastating earthquake.
USNS Comfort Begins Race to Aid the People of Haiti
January 16, 2010 - The USNS Comfort cast off lines this morning in Baltimore to begin the race to aid the people of Haiti.
Defense Department Authorizes Up to $20 Million in Immediate Haiti Relief
January 16, 2010 - The Defense Department has authorized up to $20 million in immediate aid to Haiti as part of an international push to bring relief to the country in the wake of the 7-magnitude earthquake that struck Jan. 12.
Air Mobility Command Aircraft Deliver Emergency Responders and Vital Cargo to Haiti
January 15, 2010 - Air Mobility Command aircraft and personnel are actively involved in relief operations in Haiti following a 7.0-magnitude earthquake that devastated the Caribbean nation Jan. 12.
Space Team Achieves Key Ground-Segment Milestones
January 15, 2010 - A joint Air Force and Lockheed Martin team developing the Space-Based Infrared System program, known as SBIRS, has achieved two key mileston.
Ancient Greek Tales of War Help Troops Cope with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
January 15, 2010 - After 2,500 years of retirement, a former general has been hired as a military consultant to help troops cope with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Report Finds Shortfalls in Countering Internal Threats from Outside Influences
January 15, 2010 - The shooting spree allegedly perpetrated by a self-radicalized soldier of Muslim faith has revealed shortcomings in the Defense Department’s ability to counter dangerous outside influences on the military, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said today.
Officials Urge Guard and Reserve Members to Nominate Employers
January 15, 2010 - Guard and Reserve members are encouraged to acknowledge their civilian employers’ exceptional support by nominating them for a top Defense Department award.
Navy Admiral Mike Mullen Says Military Makes Initial Assessments in Haiti
January 15, 2010 - As U.S. military forces work to provide initial relief to Haiti in the wake of a massive Jan. 12 earthquake there, it’s difficult to say how long that support will last, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said today.
The Pennsylvania National Guard to Provide Radio and Television Broadcasts to Haitians
January 15, 2010 - The Pennsylvania National Guard is sending a uniquely equipped plane to Haiti to provide radio and television broadcasts to keep the people of the earthquake-stricken nation informed as rescue and humanitarian missions continue.
Naval Sea Systems Command Recruits Wounded Warriors
January 15, 2010 - Due to advances in modern medicine, many wounded servicemembers are returning to the fight or transitioning their experience to civilian employment. Naval Sea Systems Command wants them on board.
Select Bases to Implement New Civilian Application Procedure
January 14, 2010 - As early as mid-February, the rollout of a civilian hiring test initiative will require current Air Force civilian employees to follow new procedures when applying for jobs at select bases.
Foreign Language Proficiency Bonus Provides Airmen Incentives
January 14, 2010 - All Airmen, regardless of career field, are now eligible for FLPB in a broad range of languages including those identified as "dominant in the force" such as Spanish, Tagalog, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Korean and Russian.
Fort Sill officially opens Air Defense Artillery School with first class
January 14, 2010 - "The realistic training that's going to be given to the students in here is overwhelming," said Scott Hussey, an ADA instructor, as the Air Defense Artillery School officially opened its doors to students at Fort Sill.
Army Secretary and Chief of Staff Lay out 2010 Goals for Senior NCOs
January 14, 2010 - Army Secretary John McHugh and Chief of Staff Gen. George W. Casey Jr. delivered their 2010 plan for the Army to the most senior NCOs here during the annual Sergeant Major of the Army Nominative conference.
Trainers at the Joint U.S. Military Command Trains Next Horn of Africa Task Force
January 14, 2010 - Trainers at the joint U.S. military command that coordinates troop deployments are wrapping up an exercise to prepare forces for duty in the Horn of Africa.
Route-Clearance Crews Work to Improve Relations in Afghanistan
January 14, 2010 - As time for their pre-mission brief drew near, route-clearance crews here began to gather around Army 1st Lt. Chris Johnson, their platoon leader.
Air Force Special Forces Rescue Seven in Haiti Relief Efforts
January 14, 2010 - U.S. Air Force special force operators in Haiti have rescued seven survivors of the massive Jan. 12 earthquake that continues to wreak havoc on the country in its wake, according to Air Force officials.
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates Says Military ‘Working Feverishly’ to Help Haiti
January 14, 2010 - With Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates’ committing all available military resources to the Haiti relief effort, U.S. Southern Command is “working feverishly and aggressively ” to get them there as quickly as possible, its commander said today.
Program Brings Languages to Senior Officer PME
January 13, 2010 - As special guests of the Air Force Culture and Language Center staff, 20 instructors from the Defense Language Institute in Washington, D.C., and Monterey, Calif., are helping Air War College and Air Command and Staff College students.
The U.S. Air Force Academy is Chosen Among Nation's Top 100 Best-Value Colleges
January 13, 2010 - The U.S. Air Force Academy was named as one of the nation's top 100 best-value colleges for 2010 by The Princeton Review Jan. 12.
Navy to Commission Littoral Combat Ship Independence on January 16
January 13, 2010 - The Navy will commission Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) Independence Jan. 16 during an 11 a.m. CST ceremony at Cooper Riverside Park in Mobile, Ala.
Army iPhone Download Among Top 25 Free News Apps
January 13, 2010 - Soldiers and others can now read the latest Army news on their iPhones, thanks to a new application created by the team that developed the Army's Web site, www.Army.mil.
Marines Build Observation Posts Along Infamous Road
January 13, 2010 - The 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion convoy stopped, and Marines looked at each other with confused looks, knowing that there are very few reasons a convoy abruptly comes to a halt.
Chairman of the Joints Chiefs of Staff Voices Concern with Military Suicide Rate
January 13, 2010 - Suicide is a growing problem in the military community, and its leaders must be committed to reversing that trend, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said here today.
USS Carl Vinson Headed Toward Haiti to Provide Relief
January 13, 2010 - The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson is headed toward earthquake-devastated Haiti and is scheduled to arrive tomorrow to provide airlift support for the disaster-response mission, the commander of U.S. Southern Command reported today.
U.S. Seeks to Maintain Positive Military Relationship with China
January 13, 2010 - The United States seeks to maintain a positive, cooperative and comprehensive military relationship with China, senior Defense Department officials told the House Armed Services Committee today.
Airmen of the 380th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron Make a Difference One Gallon at a Time
January 12, 2010 - Pumping more than 188 million gallons of fuel to more than 9,500 aircraft would take a while, and probably would be one long line for the fuel pump.
Cyberspace Leaders Hold Career Panel at Academy's Fairchild Hall
January 12, 2010 - Senior officers with Air Force Space Command and 24th Air Force held a space and cyberspace career panel in the Academy's Fairchild Hall Jan. 11.
Academy Cadets to Conduct Rocket Static Fire Test
January 12, 2010 - Cadets in the FalconLaunch program here will conduct a fully integrated static test fire of the FalconLaunch-8 rocket's propulsion system Jan. 15 in Jacks Valley, Colo.
Face of Defense: Army 2nd Lt. Sophie Hilaire Grabs Guinness Record
January 12, 2010 - Army 2nd Lt. Sophie Hilaire does not particularly fit the general image of an explosive ordnance disposal warrior.
Engineers from the 317th Engineer Company and 101st Engineer Battalion Ensure Forensics Facility’s Safety
January 12, 2010 - Six soldiers added finishing touches to the new Joint Expeditionary Forensics Facility on Victory Base Complex here Jan. 7.
More Fort Hood Soldiers to Deploy to Afghanistan this Summer
January 12, 2010 - The 4th Infantry Division’s 4th Combat Aviation Brigade will deploy to Afghanistan this summer as part of the surge of American troops to the country, Defense Department officials said here today.
Retired Army Major Ed Pulido Gives Insight on Suicide Prevention
January 12, 2010 - When retired Army Maj. Ed Pulido was medically evacuated from Iraq in August 2004, he knew tough challenges were ahead, as he’d have to learn to live without his left leg.
Army Reserve Prepares for Post-Conflict Requirements for Soldiers
January 12, 2010 - After World War I, a hit single begged the question, “How do you keep them down on the farm after they’ve seen Paree?”
Podcast Series Addresses Post-deployment Challenges for Servicemembers
January 11, 2010 - Servicemembers and their families can get help coping with post-deployment stress through a new series of podcasts profiling the personal stories of those who have lived it.
The Commander of Air Mobility Command Visits Georgia and Florida Wings
January 11, 2010 - The commander of Air Mobility Command visited the 165th Airlift Wing, the 6th Air Mobility Wing and the 927th Air Refueling Wing to continue his efforts to view the air mobility mission "through the eyes of the Airmen."
Toolkit Helps Answer Servicemembers' Health Care Questions
January 11, 2010 - One in five servicemembers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan suffers from major depression or post traumatic stress disorder, according to officials from the Department of Veterans Affairs National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.
Face of Defense: Airman Follows Famous Uncle of the Tuskegee Airman
January 11, 2010 - When Airman Christopher Platte decided to join the Air Force last year, he didn't know he would be following in famous footsteps.
Podcast Series Addresses Post-Deployment Challenges for Servicemembers
January 11, 2010 - Servicemembers and their families can get help coping with post-deployment stress through a new series of podcasts profiling the personal stories of those who have lived it.
Army Brig. Gen. (Dr.) Loree K. Sutton Says Better Mental Fitness Will Help Prevent Suicide
January 11, 2010 - Preventing suicide is more than simply recognizing the signs, it involves building strong community and individual support before the idea ever sets in.
Officials Urge Collaboration and Team Work in Suicide Prevention
January 11, 2010 - There are no clear-cut answers to suicide prevention, but through collaboration and team work from federal and private institutions, the nation can better address the challenge, Defense and Veteran Affairs department officials said today.
'Real Warrior’ Describes Post-Traumatic Stress from Deployment
January 11, 2010 - When Staff Sgt. Megan Krause returned home from a deployment in Iraq in 2006, she thought the scariest moments of her life were over.
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Calls Strategy Year’s Greatest Challenge
January 10, 2010 - Executing the president’s strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan presents his biggest challenge, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff told CNN host Fareed Zakaria today.
Tricare Officials Encourage Eye Exams for Servicemembers
January 08, 2010 - Maintaining healthy eyes and vision is an important part of personal safety and quality of life. Getting an eye exam is a smart idea for anyone, whether or not he or she has vision problems.
Spouse Describes Reunion and Reintegration Challenges
January 08, 2010 - Kelly Henry was hoping for a picture-perfect reunion when her husband returned after a yearlong deployment to Iraq.
Laws Change for Military and Overseas Voters for 2010
January 08, 2010 - Servicemembers and overseas voters shouldn’t assume they automatically will receive ballots for the 2010 elections just because they have in the past.
Air Force Study at Wilford Hall Medical Center Studies Brain Injuries
January 08, 2010 - Compression chambers used to treat divers who experienced “the bends” after ascending too quickly may offer clues to treating wounded warriors suffering traumatic brain injuries.
Navy's Top Leader and Top Enlisted Officer Visit Sailors in Afghanistan
January 08, 2010 - The Navy’s top officer and top enlisted sailor visited sailors assigned to the international joint command here yesterday.
Defense Logistics Agency Officials Aids Construction Material Purchases
January 08, 2010 - Defense Logistics Agency officials have made shopping for construction materials easier for warfighters in Afghanistan.
Scientists Studying Wreckage from Japanese Clarify ‘Mini-Sub’ Role at Pearl Harbor
January 08, 2010 - Scientists who have been studying wreckage from Japanese mini-submarines that were part of an advance strike force on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, say a new television show is informative, but could leave viewers with misunderstandings.
Navy Admiral Mike Mullen Outlines U.S. Military Role in Yemen
January 08, 2010 - Yemen has posed a concern as a potential terrorist safe haven for some time, and the United States will continue to work with its government to prevent that from happening, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said at the Naval War College today.
Air Force Officials Dedicate Center for Families of the Fallen
January 07, 2010 - Air Force officials dedicated the new Center for Families of the Fallen at the Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations Center here yesterday.
Navy Admiral Mike Mullen Cites ‘One Team’ of Military, Intelligence
January 07, 2010 - In the wake of a Dec. 31 suicide bombing attack that killed seven CIA operatives in eastern Afghanistan, the military’s highest-ranking officer yesterday underscored the close ties between American armed forces and the U.S. intelligence community.
Wounded Vets to Participate in First Warrior Games May 10-14 in Colorado Springs
January 07, 2010 - Some 200 wounded active duty members and military veterans will compete in the inaugural Warrior Games May 10-14 in Colorado Springs, Colo., Defense Department officials announced today.
African Counterterrorism Gets Greater Focus Since Botched Terrorist Attack on Christmas Day Flight
January 07, 2010 - Counterterrorism in Africa has come into greater focus since the United States cited five African countries on a list of nations deserving more scrutiny amid heightened airport security following a botched terrorist attack on a Christmas Day flight.
Department of Defense Official Welcomes Report as ‘Candid Assessment’
January 06, 2010 - A report this week from a top U.S. military intelligence official criticizing the state of intelligence in Afghanistan is a “candid self-assessment” that enriches debate on U.S. strategy, the Pentagon press secretary said today.
Attacks Underscore Need for Vigilance Against Al-Qaida
January 06, 2010 - The United States will pursue “any and all means possible” to support the Yemeni government as it confronts the terrorist threat within its borders that threatened the United States directly in a failed Dec. 25 attack.
U.S. Army Africa Focuses on Long-term Threat Reduction
January 06, 2010 - Since the thwarted terrorist attack against Northwest Airlines Flight 253 on Christmas Day, news reports detailed the possibilities of security threats from Africa.
Pentagon Press Secretary Geoff Morrell Says U.S. Security Paramount in Detainee Determinations
January 06, 2010 - Pentagon Press Secretary Geoff Morrell today said the United States must remain vigilant in evaluating detainees to ensure releasing them is in the United States’ security interest.
Airmen Help Afghan National Army Air Corps Soldiers Take Aim
January 05, 2010 - Airmen of the 738th Air Expeditionary Advisory Group here are training 30 Afghanistan National Army Air Corps soldiers on the M-240B rifle in January here.
Stop-Loss Payments Continue But Some Servicemembers are no Longer Eligible
January 05, 2010 - The fiscal 2010 defense budget extends payments to servicemembers involuntarily extended on active duty under the so-called “Stop Loss” program, but some are no longer eligible for the payments under certain circumstances.
President Barack Obama Calls Intelligence Failure One of Analysis
January 05, 2010 - President Barack Obama called the intelligence failure associated with the attempted bombing of a U.S. civilian airplane one of analysis and not collection.
Andrews Aerial Porters Load American Buses on Russian-Made Transport Bound for Afghanistan
January 04, 2010 - Air transportation Airmen from the 380th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron here are trained in loading all types of airlift aircraft in the Air Force fleet. C-17 Globemaster III -- no problem. C-5 Galaxy -- no problem.
Military Academy Bowl Victories Shine Light on Armed Forces
January 04, 2010 - The Air Force and Naval academy football teams triumphed in their respective bowl games Jan. 2, shining a spotlight on the servicemember-athletes comprising the rosters and the armed forces they represent.
Air Force Officials Activate Newest Expeditionary Unit
January 04, 2010 - The Air Force's newest expeditionary unit, the 586th Expeditionary Support Squadron, was activated in a special ceremony Jan. 2 at an air base in Southwest Asia.
The 887th Expeditionary Security Forces Airmen Reflect on Time at Camp Bucca
January 04, 2010 - Following the deactivation of the 887th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, Airmen from the 820th Security Forces Group, Moody Air Force Base, Ga., finally said goodbye to their home away from home for the past three years.
Navy Admiral Mike Mullen Underscores Importance of Academy Experience
January 04, 2010 - On hand for a pair of service academy football bowl games in Texas Jan. 2 , Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, underscored the symbolism of the matchups for troops around the world.
Army General David H. Petraeus Puts Al-Qaida Threat in Yemen in Perspective
January 01, 2010 - The U.S. Central Command chief put the Al-Qaida threat in Yemen in perspective during a news conference in Baghdad today.
New Command Stands Up in Iraq While Marking Drawdown Milestone
January 01, 2010 - The new year brought a new command to Iraq as Multinational Forces Iraq furled its colors, replaced by U.S. Forces Iraq during a ceremony at the al-Faw Palace in Baghdad.
Commanders: Iraq Progress Will Continue in U.S. Drawdown Year
January 01, 2010 - Progress in Iraq will continue as American forces draw down in the next year, U.S. commanders in Iraq said today.
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