JANUARY 27, 2020 - The number of U.S. service members injured with traumatic brain injuries totals 34 after a Jan. 8 attack when Iran shot missiles into Al Asad Airbase in Iraq, the Defense Department's chief spokesperson said today. During an update to the Pentagon press corps, Jonathan Rath Hoffman said Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper directed the acting under … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2020
Addressing China Threats Requires Unity of U.S., World Effort
JANUARY 27, 2020 - The National Defense Strategy identifies China and Russia as competitors of the United States in the so-called great power competition. Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper focused attention on the threats posed by China and efforts by the Defense Department to counter those threats in a speech today at the Center for Strategic and International Studies' … [Read more...]
Army launches new Battalion Commander Assessment Program
JANUARY 24, 2020 - A small cohort of mid-career commissioned officers pondered ways to negotiate the Station 8 obstacle at Alex Field Leader Reaction Course on Fort Knox, Kentucky, Jan. 23 with only a ladder, a pipe and some rope. Called “Out Like Flint,” the timed obstacle proved too daunting for them, who quickly discussed what they could have done differently before … [Read more...]
U.S. Delivers MD-530F Helicopters to Kenya Defense Force
JANUARY 24, 2020 - The United States delivered six MD-530F Cayuse Warrior helicopters to the Kenya Army’s Joint Helicopter Command (JHC) at Embakasi Barracks during a symbolic handover ceremony, Jan. 23, 2020. Over 100 guests were in attendance at the ceremony, which featured remarks by U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Michael D. Turello, commanding general of Combined Joint Task … [Read more...]
Want to Vote? The Federal Voting Assistance Program Can Help
JANUARY 24, 2020 - Voting season is fast approaching, and the Federal Voting Assistance Program is ready to help service members and families exercise the right to vote. "The Federal Voting Assistance Program works to ensure service members, their eligible family members, and overseas citizens are aware of their right to vote and have the tools and resources to successfully … [Read more...]