MAY 8, 2020 - The Army launched a new survey which allows Soldiers to voice their concerns directly and anonymously to Army leadership. The Department of the Army Career Engagement Survey (DACES) is a survey for all Active Duty Soldiers. DACES replaces earlier exit surveys which were only given to Soldiers as they departed the Active Army. DACES is a customized survey, … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2020
Defense Secretary Marks 2nd Anniversary of First Lady’s ‘Be Best’ Initiative
MAY 8, 2020 - Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper congratulated First Lady Melania Trump on the second anniversary of her "Be Best" initiative in a video message released today on social media. "I'm proud to represent the nearly 3 million men and women in the Department of Defense who make our military the best fighting force in the world," Esper said. "We stand with you and … [Read more...]
Marine Corps Maintains Presence in South China Sea
MAY 7, 2020 - The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit conducted Marine Air-Ground Task Force full mission profile rehearsals, aerial reconnaissance, and simulated close-air support while maintaining a presence in the South China Sea aboard amphibious assault ship USS America, April 17-24, 2020. During one evolution, the MEU conducted a combat mission rehearsal with two rifle … [Read more...]
Next X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle Scheduled to Launch
MAY 7, 2020 - The Department of the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office, in partnership with the U.S. Space Force, is scheduled to launch the sixth mission of the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle (OTV-6) on May 16 from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida. The Department of the Air Force continues to push the flight envelope for the X-37B, and will build upon its growing … [Read more...]
SMA Offers Enlisted Update in Virtual Town Hall
MAY 7, 2020 - The Army’s top enlisted leader held a virtual town hall Tuesday to provide an update on training, military education and the delivery of new uniforms, as the service continues to shift within the COVID-19 environment. Before the town hall, Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael A. Grinston said he had the opportunity to view how the 3rd Infantry Division has been able … [Read more...]