USS KEARSARGE, At Sea 7/16/2013 - This ‘day in the life of’ feature is part of a series showcasing the daily operations of different Marines and sailors assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit during their 2013 deployment, and how their tasks compile to keep the 26th MEU, as a whole, operational. Public affairs Marines and combat cameramen assigned to the … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2013
Hagel Meets With Troops on Fort Bragg, Discusses Budget
WASHINGTON, July 16, 2013 – In an uncertain and dangerous world, American service members are helping to build a better future for all mankind, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said today during a town hall meeting at Fort Bragg, N.C. “We are truly defining a future for our country and helping others define their futures around the world,” Hagel told troops, … [Read more...]
Operation Rising Star Calling Garrisons – Deadline Looms
SAN ANTONIO (July 16, 2013) - Army Entertainment is getting set to host another season of Operation Rising Star, a singing contest for Soldiers and military family members based on the American Idol format. Installations and garrisons interested in hosting 2013 Operation Rising Star events must apply by July 29. Local competitions will be contested in September and/or October. … [Read more...]
9-Digit ZIP Codes Mandatory for FPOs
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (NNS, 7/15/2013) -- Effective immediately, family, friends, and businesses sending mail to Navy mobile units must use a nine-digit ZIP code to ensure delivery, according to an ALNAV message released July 12 by Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus. Mail not addressed correctly, including mail already en route, will be returned to the sender as undeliverable. … [Read more...]
Experts Restore Military Personnel Records 40 Years After Blaze
WASHINGTON (7/15/13) - Forty years ago today, an enormous fire erupted at the National Personnel Records Center in suburban St. Louis. Burning uncontrollably for almost 24 hours, it destroyed some 16 million to 18 million military personnel records including official documents veterans need to apply for the benefits they've earned. Today, a team of about 30 people continues … [Read more...]