2/28/2013 - WASHINGTON (AFPS) -- America's military superiority is founded on training and readiness, and the fiscal crisis facing the country threatens to strip away that edge, members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff told Congress Feb. 26. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III, along with Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno, Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan W. … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2013
SecDef Hagel Vows to Ensure Well-being of Service Members, Families
WASHINGTON (NNS) February 27, 2013 -- New Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel promised today to always be frank with the men and women of the department and said he expects all to be direct in return. Hagel spoke to the Pentagon workforce and a worldwide audience on the Pentagon Channel just after taking the oath as the nation's 24th defense secretary. "I'll never ask anyone to do … [Read more...]
Influential Initiatives & Philanthropic Organizations Support Military Veterans & Families
During her time as first lady, Michelle Obama has made a big, positive impact on the quality of life for military families. Despite displaying yellow "Support Our Troops" ribbons, many Americans don't really understand the unique challenges faced by military families. Joining Forces, the nationwide initiative launched by the first lady, has made great strides in … [Read more...]
Jobs for Military and Civilians
Search for jobs, get help translating your military skills and experience to civilian jobs, and access other career resources. CareerOneStop is your source for employment information and inspiration. It offers tools to help job seekers, students, businesses and career professionals. Military Career Resources Army Civilian PersonnelTAOnline.comGIJobs.comUber … [Read more...]
A Look Back at Black Aviation Engineer Units of World War II
2/27/2013 - TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. (AFNS) -- As we close the books on February, Black History Month offers us the opportunity to recall the important role black Americans played in providing the worldwide system of bases during World War II as members of segregated aviation engineer battalions. These 800-man units constructed airfields overseas between 1940 and 1945. … [Read more...]