January 6, 2012 By C. Todd Lopez WASHINGTON -- The large number of veterans coming out of the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan are a good resource for American businesses looking for great employees, said an Army Reserve general. About 20 million veterans now reside in the United States, said Maj. Gen. Keith Thurgood, chief of staff, U.S. Army Reserve Command. The … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2012
The NCAA Ramps Up Efforts to Support Military Families
INDIANAPOLIS – The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has proudly joined First Lady Michelle Obama to recognize, honor and support service members and their families through a new campaign at each of its 89 championships. A Joining Forces public service announcement (PSA) featuring the First Lady and NCAA President Mark Emmert will air for the first time on … [Read more...]
Military’s Groundbreaking Vaccine Targets Breast Cancer
SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 6, 2012 - Military researchers here have developed a cutting-edge cancer vaccine that's slashing breast cancer recurrence rates and giving some survivors a better shot at a cancer-free future. After more than a decade of research and testing, the cancer vaccine, dubbed E-75, soon will move on to its final phase of testing to earn Food and Drug Administration … [Read more...]
“A day in the Life…”
January 5, 2012 By Maj. Bradley Gordon, 2nd Marine Division HELMAND PROVINCE, Afghanistan -- The division chaplain makes his way around Task Force Leatherneck, one FOB at a time. "This is what it’s all about," said Cmdr. Christopher Fronk, chaplain for 2nd Marine Division (Forward). "There’s nothing better than getting out to the Marines, to share their time and their … [Read more...]
Women and The Military Draft in America
While women officers and enlisted personnel serve with distinction in the U.S. Armed Forces, women have never been subject to Selective Service registration or a military draft in America. Women who served in the past, and those who serve today in ever increasing numbers, all volunteered for military service. The U.S. came close to drafting women during World War II, when … [Read more...]