May 31, 2017, by Leslie Wyman - The United States Armed Forces consists of the Marine Corps, Army, Coast Guard, and Air Force. The Armed forces are responsible for the defense of the country against foreign threats. It also serves as a presence and a force that deals with armed conflicts overseas. Being part of the military is a big honor for most people. A sense of unity … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2017
Pentagon Hosts Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
MAY 30, 2017, WASHINGTON (NNS) - Secretary of Defense James Mattis and Navy representatives, in conjunction with other service branches, hosted Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) caregivers and survivors at the Pentagon, May 26. Mattis and Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs Dana W. White welcomed each of the more than 350 TAPS participants … [Read more...]
Trump Leads Nation’s Remembrance During Memorial Day Ceremonies
WASHINGTON, May 30, 2017 - President Donald J. Trump paid the nation’s respects to those lost in war during Memorial Day ceremonies. In a speech after placing a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns, he said “words cannot measure the depth of their devotion, the purity of their love or the totality of their courage. We can only hope every day that we prove worthy, not only of … [Read more...]
Guest OC/Ts Learn and Train at Joint Multinational Readiness Center
MAY 30, 2017,HOHENFELS, Germany - In 2017, of the ten major exercise scheduled for the Joint Multinational Readiness Center, five will host a brigade and higher echelon for a decisive action training environment exercise. These exercises integrate U.S. forces and NATO allies and partners to conduct unified land operations training in a realistic, modern combat scenario. In … [Read more...]
CARAT 2017 Series Begins Strengthening Maritime Partnerships, Increasing Regional Cooperation
MAY 30, 2017, SATTAHIP, Thailand (NNS) - The 23rd annual CARAT 2017 (Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training) exercise series between the Royal Thai Navy and the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps commenced in Sattahip, Thailand, May 29. As the premier naval engagement in South and Southeast Asia, CARAT provides a regional venue to address shared maritime security priorities, … [Read more...]