AUGUST 6, 2020 - U.S. Navy warships assigned to U.S. Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT), escorted two U.S. Army Frank S. Besson class logistics support vessels (LSV), assigned to U.S. Army Central Command (ARCENT), as they transited out of the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations (AOO), July-August. The two LSVs, Major General Charles P. Gross (LSV 5) and Specialist 4 James … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2020
Attack on U.S. Would Be ‘A Very Bad Day’ for Adversary
AUGUST 6, 2020 - To deter U.S. adversaries in the 21st century, those adversaries must know that any attack on the United States will result in a very bad day for them, the commander of the U.S. Strategic Command said. Navy Adm. Charles A. Richard outlined threats the nation faces from Russia, China, Iran and North Korea as he discussed the capabilities and integration the … [Read more...]
Community College of the AF Reveals Plans for New Degree Program
AUGUST 5, 2020 - The Community College of the Air Force announced plans for a new degree program slated for launch in 2021. The new Associate of Applied Science in Military Technology and Applied Sciences Management degree is a flexible alternative for enlisted personnel serving in Air Force specialties lacking enough formal skills training to meet current degree program … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Accepts Newest Fast Response Cutter
AUGUST 6, 2020 - The Coast Guard accepted delivery of the newest Sentinel-class fast response cutter (FRC), the Coast Guard Cutter Oliver Henry (WPC-1140), from Bollinger Shipyards, July 30th. The Oliver Henry was placed in commission, special status, and will remain in Florida while the crew completes pre-commissioning trials and maintenance. The cutter is scheduled to … [Read more...]
ANG Welcomes Next Director During Pentagon Ceremony
AUGUST 5, 2020 - Maj. Gen. Michael A. Loh assumed responsibility as the 13th director of the Air National Guard and promoted to the rank of lieutenant general during a Change of Responsibility ceremony at the Pentagon July 28, 2020. Loh succeeds Lt. Gen. L. Scott Rice, who served as the ANG’s director since 2016. Upon accepting responsibility, Loh took to the podium to … [Read more...]