WASHINGTON (Army News Service, March 31, 2014) - "Take back your Army from those who harm or assault our Soldiers. Take back your Army from those who ignore the values and who stain our honor. Take back our Army from those who fail to lead," said Secretary of the Army John M. McHugh. The stain to which he referred is sexual assault and harassment. The secretary, along with … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2014
Fort Belvoir Hosts New Cyber Defense Training Program
FORT BELVOIR, Va. (March 31, 2014) - Fort Belvoir played host to the Cyber - Digital Master Gunner Solution Course, March 3-21. The course, a new three-week pilot program developed by U.S. Army Communications - Electronics Command's Field Support Branch, invited Soldiers and network professionals from U.S. Army Cyber Command, and the 1st Information Operations Command (Land) … [Read more...]
Soldiers Outfitted with Advanced Hearing Protection
FORT DRUM, N.Y. (March 31, 2014) - As early as 2012, the Department of Defense announced plans of integrating technologically sophisticated, yet tactical, hearing protection devices for Soldiers engaged in overseas combat operations and local training exercises. The Tactical Communication and Protective System, or TCAPS, has generated a lot of talk among Soldiers in Fort … [Read more...]
Tight Budget May Force Involuntary Separations
WASHINGTON (Army News Service, March 31, 2014) - The involuntary separation of Soldiers from the force may be necessary as the Army draws down in strength over the next few years, the service's vice chief of staff told members of Congress. Gen. John F. Campbell testified March 26, to the Senate Armed Services Committee, subcommittee on readiness and management support, about … [Read more...]
ESWS Program Creates Warfighting, Mission Ready Fleet
March 31, 2014, USS BONHOMME RICHARD, At Sea (NNS) - Sailors across the fleet work and study to earn the Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist (ESWS) pin, but what does the ESWS pin signify? What does it mean to the Navy as a whole? "The ESWS program is designed to teach Sailors the minimum basics of every department on the ship," said Navy Counselor 1st Class Min Jun, USS … [Read more...]