WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Oct. 25, 2013) -- When Maj. Gen. Jefforey Smith observed ROTC training after taking over the Cadet Command in April 2012, he was surprised it had changed little in 30 years. "The program that we have in place today is exactly the same program that I went through between 1980 and 1983 at Ohio State University," Smith said, explaining that the core … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2013
Face of Defense: Combat Engineer Becomes First Female ‘Gunny’
CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan, Oct. 25, 2013 - Raised rough and tumble in the modest Midwestern city of Mineral Point, Wis., Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Robin Baker came from an extended family dominated by males. “I grew up running around and playing in the dirt like Indiana Jones,” Baker said. “It was a lot of exploring, running around, and sports. I … [Read more...]
Odierno: Those Who Doubt Relevance of Ground Forces Naïve
WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Oct. 24, 2013) - Ground forces, including Soldiers, Marines and special operations troops, will continue to play a critical role in supporting America's defense and joint fight, despite the opinions of "intellectuals" who might believe otherwise, said the Army's chief of staff. "I worry about this discussion that land power is something that is … [Read more...]
Obama Honors Beirut Bombing Victims, Families, Comrades
WASHINGTON, Oct. 24, 2013 - In a statement marking the 30th anniversary of the suicide bombing of a Marine barracks in Beirut, President Barack Obama honored the fallen service members, their families and the survivors who worked to free the victims from the rubble. Here is the president’s statement: Thirty years ago, 220 Marines, 18 sailors, and 3 soldiers lost their … [Read more...]
Army Leaders: Network and NIEs Critical to Future Force
WASHINGTON (Oct. 24, 2013) - After putting the tactical communications network "under pressure" in a realistic operational environment in order to quickly deliver a "digital guardian angel" to troops in Afghanistan, Army leaders said the Network Integration Evaluation process is adapting to drive continued innovation. The network remains a critical modernization priority in … [Read more...]