Archives for July 2017

Army Discovery May Offer New Energy Source

JULY 25, 2017, ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. - Army scientists and engineers recently made a groundbreaking discovery that may turn out to be a new energy source -- an aluminum nanomaterial of their design produces high amounts of energy when it comes in contact with water, or with any liquid containing water. During routine materials experimentation at the U.S. Army Research … [Read more...]

QLLEX 2017 Conducted at Manchester Fuel Depot

JULY 25, 2017, MANCHESTER, Wash. (NNS) - NAVSUP FLC Puget Sound, U. S. Army 475th Quartermaster Group and the Defense Logistics Agency conducted QLLEX 2017 at the Manchester Fuel Depot July 17-24. QLLEX is an annual exercise for Army Reserve units to train for their wartime mission of providing petroleum and water to units worldwide. This year's exercise had convoys of Army … [Read more...]

Army Observers, Coaches, Trainers Are a Vital Resource to Multinational Training

JULY 25, 2017, Bezmer Airbase, Bulgaria - As paratroopers fell from the pink, overcast sky in Bulgaria on July 19, Sgt. First Class Megan Brown carefully observed the exercise in her role as an Army Observer, Coach, Trainer, also known as an OC/T, ready to provide positive and constructive feedback. "Without the Observer, Coach/Trainers (OC/T) from the Joint Multinational … [Read more...]

Navy’s New High-Year Tenure Policy

JULY 24, 2017, MEDITERRANEAN SEA (NNS) - Beginning August 1, the Navy is increasing its (HYT) high year tenure policy for active duty and full-time support (FTS) E-4 through E-6 Sailors by two years to bolster sea duty manning. The extension gives Sailors aboard USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) (GHWB) more opportunities to advance and allows many experienced Sailors to remain … [Read more...]

Army Commander Reiterates the Relevancy of Special Operations Capabilities Around the World

JULY 24, 2017, WASHINGTON - Special operations forces are relevant to most operations the U.S. military is involved with and are a good return on the investment, the commander of U.S. Special Operations Command said at the Aspen Security Forum in Colorado on Friday. Fox News reporter Catherine Herridge interviewed Army Gen. Raymond A. Thomas III for the forum, and he used … [Read more...]

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Army Transforms to Meet the Needs

DECEMBER 17, 2025 — The United States Army has consistently transformed to meet the needs of its people, equipment, tactics and strategy over the past 250 years. The year 2025 was no different. Army senior leaders demonstrated this year that no challenge is too great to overcome if new ways of thinking are applied to […]

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 […]

Military Students’ Tips to Balance Service and Studies

OCTOBER 10, 2025 – Studying in college while serving in the military can be highly rewarding but also extremely demanding in some respects. Military members, veterans, and their families typically balance demanding duty schedules, deployments, family responsibilities, and school schedules. It requires careful planning, flexibility, and being willing to seek and take advantage of available […]

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 […]

How Military Families Can Avoid Financial Panic During a Shutdown

OCTOBER 23, 2025 – Government shutdowns create unique challenges for military families who live on tight budgets, frequently relocate, and manage the constant demands of military service. While the uncertainty can feel overwhelming, following these five strategies can help you navigate the crisis with confidence. Keep Perspective. This financial disruption will end, just as the […]