June 30, 2016, by David McCauley - Many people with a military background make the decision to continue their service to our nation by pursuing a career in the US Federal Government. Few government agencies command as much respect as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, better known as the FBI. The FBI is a prestigious organization and natural pivot point for ending military … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2016
Army Sleeves Can Now Be Rolled Up
JUNE 29, 2016, WASHINGTON (Army News Service) - Effective immediately, commanders may authorize Soldiers to roll up the sleeves on Army combat uniforms, according to a memorandum signed by Lt. Gen. James C. McConville, deputy chief of staff, G-1, June 28. The new policy pertains to the universal camouflage pattern, operational camouflage pattern and Operation Enduring … [Read more...]
Safety – Make It a Habit for Life
JUNE 29, 2016, KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. (AFNS) - The summer months equate to a seemingly insatiable appetite to get outside and have some fun. Good weather, warm temperatures and the extra daylight hours instinctively drive people to a wide variety of outdoor activities, which simply put, are a lot of fun. Summertime can be an enjoyable time to relax and recharge with … [Read more...]
CBIRF Detachment Participates in Israeli Exercise ‘United Front V’, Enhances Global Deployability
JUNE 29, 2016, ISRAEL - An 8-man team from Chemical Biological Incident Response Force represented the unit with 74 other American service members during Exercise United Front V in Israel, June 17-25, 2016. Other units that participated in the exercise included the Indiana 19th Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and High-Yield Explosive (CBRNE) Enhanced Response … [Read more...]
America Engineman Reaches Top Gear
JUNE 29, 2016, PACIFIC OCEAN (NNS) - One of the hardest assignments for an enlisted Sailor is serving as leading petty officer (LPO) at sea. LPOs are usually the first ones to work and the last to leave. Although the job is tough, some manage to flourish under pressure, absorbing the load and redirecting in a positive way. Serving on amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA … [Read more...]