November 11, 2016 - Over the past eight years, the President has worked to ensure that we are fulfilling our promises to all those who have served and protected our country. This means providing veterans the benefits they have earned, the health care that they need, and the resources and assistance to succeed when transitioning back to civilian life. A central tenet of this … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2016
Toyota to Pay Off Vehicles for Three Soldiers
November 4, 2016 - This Veteran’s Day, Scion by Toyota, in partnership with Toyota Financial Services and the Valley Toyota Dealers Association, is surprising three local soldiers from Ahwatukee, Gilbert and Apache Junction by buying out their current two-year lease on each of their 2014 Scion by Toyota xB vehicles, a value of more than $53,000 (including taxes)! The veterans … [Read more...]
Veterans Day: Medal of Honor Recipient Reflects on Lives Saved
NOVEMBER 10, 2016, FORT HOOD, Texas - A handcrafted quilt lays over the backrest of retired Maj. Gen. Patrick H. Brady's couch, a tribute to his heroic feats during the Vietnam War. Sewn on the 60-by-60 inch white quilt are eight vibrant red stars and eight matching majestic blue stars, centered and aligned in a symmetrical pattern. Encased in each of the 16 stars are a … [Read more...]
Surface Warfare Officers School Recognizes Top Civilians for FY16
NOVEMBER 10, 2016, NEWPORT, R.I. (NNS) - Surface Warfare Officers School (SWOS) recognized top civilian staff members for fiscal year 2016 at an awards ceremony Oct. 24. SWOS Commanding Officer Capt. Scott Robertson expressed his appreciation for the outstanding efforts put forth during the year by all of the high-performing candidates. "When I took command of SWOS in … [Read more...]
“Darkhorse” Trains for Future During Integrated Training Exercise
NOVEMBER 10, 2016, MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTER TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. - Marines with 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, from Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, are putting their own spin on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center’s Integrated Training Exercise. The 28-day exercise is currently the longest-lasting training evolution that occurs at the … [Read more...]