Archives for August 2010

M120/M121 Mortar

M120/M121 Mortar Mission Provide heavy weapon, high-angle organic indirect fire support to the maneuver unit commander. Entered Army Service 1990 Description and Specifications A conventional smoothbore, muzzle-loaded mortar system that provides increased range, lethality and safety compared to the World War II-vintage 4.2-inch (107mm) heavy mortar … [Read more...]

Towed Howitzer (155mm) M198

Towed Howitzer (155mm) M198 Click to Enlarge Mission Provide destructive, suppressive and protective indirect and direct field artillery fires in support of combined arms operations. Entered Army Service 1978 Description and Specifications The M198 155mm towed howitzer is a medium artillery system that provides direct … [Read more...]

Towed Howitzer (105mm) M119A1/A2

Towed Howitzer (105mm) M119A1/A2 Click to Enlarge Mission Provide destructive, suppressive and protective indirect and direct field artillery fires in support of combined arms operations. Entered Army Service 1989 Description and Specifications The M119A1/A2 105mm towed howitzer is a lightweight towed weapon that provides direct … [Read more...]

Towed Howitzer (105 mm) M102

Towed Howitzer (105 mm) M102 Click to Enlarge Mission Provide destructive, suppressive and protective indirect and direct field artillery fires in support of combined arms operations. Entered Army Service 1964 Description and Specifications The M102 105mm towed howitzer is a … [Read more...]

MLRS

MLRS Click to Enlarge Mission Provide counterfire and suppression of enemy air defenses, light materiel, and personnel targets at ranges from 15 to 300+ kilometers. Entered Army Service 1983 Description and Specifications The MLRS (Multiple Launch Rocket System) is a high-mobility automatic system based on an M270 weapons … [Read more...]

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Trump Awards Soldiers, Marines Border Defense Medal

DECEMBER 16, 2025 – President Donald J. Trump awarded a group of 13 soldiers and Marines with the recently established Mexican Border Defense Medal during a ceremony at the White House. Established Aug. 13, 2025, via a memo signed by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, the MBDM — which is backdated to Jan. 20 — […]

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

OCTOBER 10, 2025 – Studying in college while serving in the military can be highly rewarding but also extremely demanding in some respects. Military members, veterans, and their families typically balance demanding duty schedules, deployments, family responsibilities, and school schedules. It requires careful planning, flexibility, and being willing to seek and take advantage of available […]

Former Soldier Navigates Job Hunt

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 — In early 2017, Michael Quinn endured what he called the worst day in the worst year of his life. Quinn, then a sergeant major and 24-year Army Soldier, had weathered deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Philippines. As an Army counter-intelligence agent, he said he learned to operate under grave circumstances […]

How Military Families Can Avoid Financial Panic During a Shutdown

OCTOBER 23, 2025 – Government shutdowns create unique challenges for military families who live on tight budgets, frequently relocate, and manage the constant demands of military service. While the uncertainty can feel overwhelming, following these five strategies can help you navigate the crisis with confidence. Keep Perspective. This financial disruption will end, just as the […]