August 10, 2015 - SCHRIEVER AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. (AFNS) -- (This feature is part of the "Through Airmen's Eyes" series. These stories focus on individual Airmen, highlighting their Air Force story.) Everyone gets a little homesick every now and then -- especially when serving in the military. For most people, a quick phone call, a letter or trip home can help dissuade the … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2015
Celebrating National Purple Heart Appreciation Day, A Day to Remember
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan (Aug. 10, 2015) -- On May 9, 2015, during a combat patrol around Bagram Airfield, or BAF, Pfc. Matthew Aiken's vehicle was struck by an improvised explosive device, or lED. As the vehicle's gunner, Aiken's upper torso and head were directly exposed to the detonation. At BAF's Craig Hospital, it was determined that he received a concussion because of … [Read more...]
Celebrating National Purple Heart Appreciation Day, A Day to Remember
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan (Aug. 10, 2015) -- On May 9, 2015, during a combat patrol around Bagram Airfield, or BAF, Pfc. Matthew Aiken's vehicle was struck by an improvised explosive device, or lED. As the vehicle's gunner, Aiken's upper torso and head were directly exposed to the detonation. At BAF's Craig Hospital, it was determined that he received a concussion because of … [Read more...]
In The Zone: A Crew’s Determination ‘Over the Horizon’ Part 2
August 10, 2015 - The operations center of the National Security Cutter, NSC, with all its moving parts, is awe-inspiring. This dedicated area aboard the cutter is just one of many features that distinguishes the newest white-hull from the legacy fleet. There are systems to monitor everything: charts, computer monitors and giant screens light up the dark icy cold space. … [Read more...]
CLC-36 Improves Service Members’ Combat Readiness
August 10, 2015 - COMBINED ARMS TRAINING CENTER CAMP FUJI, SHIZUOKA, Japan -- Combat Logistics Company 36 Marines and augments returned to Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Aug. 4, from Exercise Dragon Fire 2015 at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Japan. Throughout the monthlong exercise, service members participated in various live-fire exercises including: … [Read more...]