By Cheryl Pellerin American Forces Press Service The injured Army Iraq War veteran who earned first place with his partner on the television show "Dancing with the Stars" symbolizes the strength and tenacity possessed by the nation's wounded warriors, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta said. "I am writing to extend my most sincere congratulations on your 'Dancing with The … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2011
Army Successfully Launches Advanced Hypersonic Weapon Demonstrator
11/26/2011 By Jason B. Cutshaw, USASMDC/ARSTRAT REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. -- At the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command, successes sometimes happen faster than a speeding bullet. In a flight which lasted less than 30 minutes, USASMDC/ARSTRAT conducted the first test flight of the Advanced Hypersonic Weapon concept Nov. 17. The AHW is a … [Read more...]
Biden Hosted Holiday Dinner for Wounded Warriors
November 25, 2011 By Elaine Sanchez WASHINGTON -- Vice President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill Biden, hosted an early Thanksgiving feast for wounded warriors and their families in their home at the U.S. Naval Observatory here last night. With turkeys and trimmings steaming on the tables, the Bidens kept their remarks short, but both expressed their appreciation for service … [Read more...]
Soldiers Prepare to Feast on Gobbler and All the Trimmings
November 22, 2011 By Rob McIlvaine WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Nov. 22, 2011) -- Soldiers worldwide, including those at more than 270 dining facilities in Afghanistan and Iraq, can give thanks for a familiar taste of home this week on Thanksgiving. About 168,000 pounds of turkey, 37,800 pounds of stuffing, 93,876 pounds of beef, 43,560 pounds of sweet potatoes, 24,000 … [Read more...]
Falcons Roll to 45-17 Victory Over UNLV
By Don Branum U.S. Air Force Academy Public Affairs 11/22/2011 - COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AFNS) -- U.S. Air Force Academy Falcon seniors went onto the field of Falcon Stadium Nov. 19 knowing they wouldn't set foot on the turf again until graduation day. They made it a night to remember, rolling over the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Rebels 45-17 in the 2011 Seniors Night … [Read more...]