Archives for August 2010

HMMWV (High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle)

HMMWV (High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle) Click to Enlarge Mission Provide a common light tactical vehicle capability. Replaced the quarter-ton jeep, M718A1 ambulance, half-ton Mule, 1.25-ton Gamma Goat, and M792 ambulance. Entered Army Service 1985 Description and Specifications The HMMWV (High-Mobility … [Read more...]

Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT)

Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT) Click to Enlarge Mission Provide transport capabilities for re-supply of combat vehicles and weapons systems. Entered Army Service 1982 Description and Specifications There are five basic configurations of the HEMTT series trucks: M977 cargo truck with Materiel Handling Crane, … [Read more...]

Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV)

Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV) Click to Enlarge Mission Fill the Army's medium tactical-vehicle requirements for unit mobility and unit resupply, and transportation of equipment and personnel. Entered Army Service 1996 Description and Specifications The Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV) is a series … [Read more...]

M113 Family of Vehicles

M113 Family of Vehicles Click to Enlarge Mission Provide a highly mobile, survivable, and reliable tracked-vehicle platform that is able to keep pace with Abrams- and Bradley-equipped units and that is adaptable to a wide range of current and future battlefield tasks through the integration of specialized mission modules at … [Read more...]

Heavy Equipment Recovery Combat Utility Lift & Evacuation System (HERCULES) (M88A2)

Heavy Equipment Recovery Combat Utility Lift & Evacuation System (HERCULES) (M88A2) Click to Enlarge Mission Provide towing, winching, and hoisting operations to support battlefield recovery operations and evacuation of heavy tanks and other tracked combat vehicles. Entered Army Service 1997 Description and Specifications The … [Read more...]

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AI Bootcamp Readies Air Commandos

APRIL 3, 2026 – Air Force Special Operations Command has begun hosting AI Bootcamps, a pioneering training course designed to arm servicemembers with the skills to ethically and effectively integrate artificial intelligence into their daily duties. The course stems from the command’s commitment to leveraging emerging technologies to maintain a competitive advantage in an increasingly […]

Air National Guard Unveils New Bonus Program

MARCH 11, 2023 – On March 1st, the Air National Guard (ANG) launched a new bonus program to attract and retain personnel in critical specialties. The initiative offers significant financial rewards, with bonuses of up to $90,000 for eligible members, depending on their Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). This strategic move aims to strengthen the […]

Military Students’ Tips to Balance Service and Studies

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Estate Planning for Vets and Service Members

FEBRUARY 2, 2026 – Why a Will is not enough along with VA Burial Benefit Facts You Need To Know, 10 Important Facts About Your VA Burial Benefits. Join us for our next webinar: Estate Planning Made Easy – Did You Know Everyone has an Estate Plan? Unfortunately most people find this out too late! […]