By Calun Reece, Fort Riley Public Affairs FORT RILEY, Kan. (Sept. 18, 2012) -- "Today, we dedicate our newest and most modern school in honor of a patriot." The dedication of the new Seitz Elementary School took place Sept. 14, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in front of the new building as a tribute to retired Lt. Gen. Richard Seitz, from Junction City. Seitz was chosen for … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2012
Deploying Soldiers Test New Female Body Armor Prototype
September 18, 2012 By Donna Miles, American Forces Press Service NATICK, Mass. (Sept. 17, 2012) -- Female Soldiers preparing for an upcoming deployment to Afghanistan are getting a chance to weigh in on the latest innovation in personal protective equipment: body armor designed specifically to fit them. Any woman who has deployed to the combat zone can tell you what's wrong … [Read more...]
VA and DoD to Fund $100 Million PTSD and TBI Study
September 19, 2012 WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense (DoD) are investing more than $100 million in research to improve diagnosis and treatment of mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). “At VA, ensuring that our Veterans receive quality care is our highest priority,” said … [Read more...]
Coalition Remains Resolute Despite Insider Threat, Chairman Says
September 18, 2012 By Jim Garamone ABOARD A U.S. MILITARY AIRCRAFT (American Forces Press Service) – The insider threat will not lessen the coalition’s resolve to accomplish its objectives in Afghanistan, Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey said today. The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff spoke about the insider threat in Afghanistan during an interview conducted … [Read more...]
Company Commander Saves Career, Marriage by Asking for Help
September 17, 2012 By Michael Fletcher, Fresno Recruiting Battalion FRESNO, Calif. -- "The last night of my recruiting battalion's annual training conference I told my commander that I had issues and was drinking heavily. That night I turned to my chain of command -- it turned out to be the best thing to happen to my family and my life." Former Fresno Recruiting Company … [Read more...]