What is it? The 2013 Army Posture Statement is the written expression of the Secretary of the Army and the Chief of Staff of the Army to Congress for the annual posture hearings. The Army Posture Statement informs Congress on the state of the Army and outlines the Army's accomplishments, initiatives and priorities for Congress to consider when reviewing the President's budget … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2013
Eligible Officers May Retire Up To Two Years Early
MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) -- The Navy has extended a program that reduces the minimum years of commissioned service required for some active-duty officers to earn an officer retirement, according to a message released April 23. According to NAVADMIN 109/13, the minimum years of active commissioned service (ACS) required for selected officers for retirement purposes has been … [Read more...]
Universities Partner for Aviation Research
REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. (April 19, 2013) -- College students conducting research into remotely piloted unmanned aerial systems are testing their ideas on actual Army hardware. In 2012, four Raven-A small unmanned aircraft systems, or UAS, were transferred to Middle Tennessee State, Mississippi State, Alabama A&M and Auburn University. This unique opportunity is the result of … [Read more...]
Storing Your Belongings in Preparation for a Military Move
In life, moves happen, and no one knows this better than military service members and their families. For those in the armed service the need to move may come with or without advanced notice, but one thing is for certain; when duty calls, they answer. Instead of getting stressed out by the thought of everything you need to do to move, follow the tips below. These will help to … [Read more...]
Official Reports Show VA on Course for Ambitious Goals
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2013 – The Veterans Affairs Department is on solid footing to meet ambitious goals of improving access to care and services, eliminating the disability claims backlog and eradicating homelessness among veterans, a senior VA official told American Forces Press Service. It’s also on track in working with the Defense Department to roll out a … [Read more...]