ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. (Aug. 20, 2013) - The Army's new, mobile tactical communications network has reached Afghanistan, where U.S. forces are relying on the technologies to stay connected and cover more ground. From tracking the progress of small groups of Soldiers at remote outposts to directing operations while traveling through mountainous terrain, the unit is … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2013
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment Salutes Veterans with “Waves of Honor” Special Online Of
ORLANDO, Fla. (August 19, 2013) - In addition to the current Waves of Honor™ military salute program offering complimentary admission to members of America’s armed forces, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment™ is honoring all the men and women who have previously served as members of the U.S. armed services. Qualified service members and veterans include active … [Read more...]
Device Gets Soldiers Back to Work on Their Feet, Preventing Amputations
WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Aug. 19, 2013) - "Over the last two years, this limb-salvage device has saved me from doing at least 100 amputations," said an orthopedic surgeon who has amputated hundreds of Soldiers' limbs since 9/11. At last count, some 460 service members are using it, including SEALS, Delta Forces, Rangers and other special operators who've returned to … [Read more...]
FOX Sports 1 Tunes Into Fort Campbell Life
FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (Aug. 19, 2013) - Seven professional athletes and sports commentators along with a bus load of Fox Sports Girls got a sneak peek into the life of the 101st Airborne Division, Aug. 12, when "Fox Sports 1" traveled to post as a part of their summer bus tour. While viewers can tune into the new 24-hour sports network, which offers live game coverage, original … [Read more...]
Avoiding Predatory Lending
MCAS BEAUFORT, S.C. 08/19/2013 - Congress is now reexamining and altering the Military Lending Act put into effect in 2007 to protect service members from predatory lenders. The revision will further protect service members by applying the interest-rate cap to open-end loans. While the MLA already keeps companies from exorbitant interest rates on predatory loans, companies … [Read more...]