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Archives for August 2015

Airman Author Brings Fictional, Real Heroes to Life

Airman Author Brings Fictional, Real Heroes to Life

BUCKLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. (AFNS) - August 31, 2015 -- (This feature is part of the "Through Airmen's Eyes" series. These stories focus on individual Airmen, highlighting their Air Force story.) In stories, the hero is often called upon to accomplish a great task, to take on the weight of a burden they did not anticipate, even though they know that hardships may plague … [Read more...]

Army Hosts First Armed Forces Women’s Rugby Camp

Army Hosts First Armed Forces Women’s Rugby Camp

FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. (Army News Service, Aug. 31, 2015) -- Sixteen service members - half of whom were Soldiers - reported to the military's first training camp for women's rugby, Aug. 23. Armed Forces Sports has been working for about a decade to set up a female rugby program, said Steven Dinote, who directs the sports program for the Department of Defense. "It's been a … [Read more...]

Defense Secretary Ash Carter Visits Camp Pendleton

Defense Secretary Ash Carter Visits Camp Pendleton

CAMP PENDLETON, California- August 31, 2015 -- Defense Secretary Ash Carter, visited Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 27 to observe amphibious landings and meet with senior military leaders and servicemembers. Carter’s visit started with an amphibious raid that targeted a small compound, roughly 500 feet off-shore. Amphibious assault vehicles carrying … [Read more...]

Tuskegee Airman Takes Final Flight at Academy

Tuskegee Airman Takes Final Flight at Academy

August 31, 2015 -- Franklin Macon's first flight took place as a child in Colorado Springs, Colorado, when he jumped off a chicken coop while holding on to fake wings. Despite the unexpected lack of success he experienced, he knew he wanted to be a pilot. In 1943 he joined the Army Air Corps after the creation of the Tuskegee program allowed African-Americans to fill military … [Read more...]

Engineer Brigades Embrace Army Total Force Policy to Complete a 17-Mile Road Construction Project

Engineer Brigades Embrace Army Total Force Policy to Complete a 17-Mile Road Construction Project

BROWNWOOD, Texas - August 31, 2015 – Army Engineers from across Texas came together during a 25-day roadway construction project spanning 17 miles along the perimeter of the Camp Bowie Training Center in Brownwood, Texas, from July 6-30, 2015. The multi-component project was planned and led by 111th Engineer Battalion “Roughnecks,” 176th Engineer Brigade, … [Read more...]

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DoD Moves Forward With PCS Overhaul

JULY 26, 2025 – The Defense Department’s Permanent Change of Station Joint Task Force is taking decisive steps to stabilize the military move process following the termination of its contract with HomeSafe Alliance, June 18, 2025. During a press briefing earlier this week, Army Maj. Gen. Lance G. Curtis, task force commander, stated that the […]

Air National Guard Unveils New Bonus Program

MARCH 11, 2023 – On March 1st, the Air National Guard (ANG) launched a new bonus program to attract and retain personnel in critical specialties. The initiative offers significant financial rewards, with bonuses of up to $90,000 for eligible members, depending on their Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). This strategic move aims to strengthen the […]

Education Benefits Make Stronger Service Members

APRIL 3, 2025 – Within the armed forces, a variety of educational benefits are available that allow service members to both improve themselves and make themselves more valuable to their service branch. One example is the Military Tuition Assistance Program. The program is available to enlisted personnel, officers and warrant officers in the Army, Navy, […]

Former Soldier Navigates Job Hunt

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 — In early 2017, Michael Quinn endured what he called the worst day in the worst year of his life. Quinn, then a sergeant major and 24-year Army Soldier, had weathered deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Philippines. As an Army counter-intelligence agent, he said he learned to operate under grave circumstances […]

Financial Planning for Military Families

JUNE 25, 2025 – Have you ever wondered how military families manage their finances while dealing with deployments, relocations, and changing pay structures? Financial planning is a vital part of life for families who serve. With unique benefits, challenges, and lifestyle changes, military families must make smart financial decisions that protect their future and help […]

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