WASHINGTON, Jan. 24, 2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel has directed a review of U.S. strategic nuclear deterrence forces and their ability to carry out their mission, Pentagon Press Secretary Navy Adm. John Kirby said today. At a Pentagon press briefing, Kirby said the secretary still has confidence in the strategic deterrence force, but seeks to upgrade the entire … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2014
Smarter Robots Likely in Army’s Future
WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Jan. 23, 2014) - Unmanned robots already have proven their worth on the battlefield, neutralizing improvised explosive devices, and more capable ones are coming in the future, according to the commander of U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command. While robots and unmanned platforms will continue to provide valuable assistance to Soldiers on the … [Read more...]
CJCS’ Top Enlisted Advisor Speaks to DOD Initiatives
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D., January 23, 2014 (AFNS) - On the cusp of one of Minot Air Force Base's most demanding inspections this year, Airmen here welcomed the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bryan Battaglia. Battaglia is charged with advising the CJCS on all matters involving joint and combined total force … [Read more...]
Four New York Army National Guard Soldiers Head for Winter Games in Sochi
LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (1/23/14) – Four New York Army National Guard Soldiers will be part of the United States Olympic team at the Winter Games in Sochi, Russia, in February. Sergeants Nicholas Cunningham and Justin Olsen will be part of the United States Olympic Bobsled Team while Sgt. Matthew Mortensen and Staff Sgt. William Tavares are part of the United States Olympic … [Read more...]
Small Arms Acquire Big Time Gains Aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt
AT SEA, January23, 2014 (NNS) - The sound of gunfire echoed off the USS Theodore Roosevelt's (CVN 71) fantail as empty shells clattered to the deck during a .50 caliber live-fire exercise, Jan. 17. Twenty-five TR Sailors qualified to use the M2-HB Heavy Barrel Browning Machine Gun, the ship's last line of defense when entering and exiting port. "If you are an aviation … [Read more...]