OCTOBER 24, 2019 - The Navy will commission its newest Freedom-variant littoral combat ship, USS Indianapolis (LCS 17), during a 10 a.m. CDT ceremony Saturday, Oct. 26, in Burns Harbor, Indiana. The future USS Indianapolis, designated LCS 17, honors Indiana's state capital and largest city. It will be the fourth ship to bear the name. Lisa W. Hershman will deliver the … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2019
U.S. Remains Committed to Afghanistan’s Success, Esper Says
OCTOBER 23, 2019 - A negotiated political agreement among Afghans is the best path to a peaceful government in their country, Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper said during a visit to Afghanistan's capital of Kabul. Until that agreement is reached, "we will continue to pursue an aggressive military campaign against the Taliban and terrorist groups that continue to conduct … [Read more...]
Half of BCTs Now at Highest Level of Readiness
OCTOBER 23, 2019 - Soldiers are as ready as they've ever been for combat, but more readiness efforts are needed for them to sustain on future battlefields, said Gen. Michael Garrett, the commander of U.S. Army Forces Command. To meet the Army's modernization requirements, Soldiers have ramped up their training, to include more opportunities for National Guard and Reserve … [Read more...]
Dislocation Allowance Now Available Before PCS Moves
OCTOBER 23, 2019 - Soldiers and their Families can now receive dislocation allowance ahead of a permanent change of station move after the Army updated its policy in an effort to reduce the burden of moving. The new policy is effective Oct. 10, when Gen. James C. McConville, chief of staff of the Army, and Secretary of the Army Ryan D. McCarthy signed the policy. Soldiers … [Read more...]
Next-Generation Bomb Suit Lightens Load for Marines
OCTOBER 23, 2019 - Explosive Ordnance Disposal Marines will soon receive a lighter and more capable bomb suit for protection against various threats. Fielding in 2020, the EOD Advanced Bomb Suit incorporates several 21st century, next-generation technological advancements intended to help EOD Marines withstand arduous conditions on the battlefield. The system protects … [Read more...]