NOVEMBER 4, 2020 - Short of face-to-face conversation, wired internet or telephone land lines — a mystery to many young Americans — nearly every form of communication the Defense Department uses today, especially on the battlefield, is wireless. Some U.S. adversaries are working very hard to cut off that form of communication. Last week, the Defense Department released the … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2020
Why Army helicopters Have Native American Names
NOVEMBER 3, 2020 - You may have noticed there’s a pattern in U.S. Army helicopter names – Apache, Black Hawk, Chinook and others. These crucial aircraft are all named after Native American tribes or figures. But have you ever wondered why? The U.S. military has a long history with Native Americans. Armed conflicts between the two were commonly known as the American Indian … [Read more...]
Marine Corps Works to Improve Fit and Function of Protective Gear
NOVEMBER 3, 2020 - The primary mission of Marine Corps Systems Command is to equip Marines. However, this work is not complete upon fielding. MCSC is also responsible for sustainment throughout the lifecycle of the equipment. Sustainment requires communication with fleet Marines to continuously improve the gear. If an issue arises, the command strives to identify … [Read more...]
Cal Guard Tackles Largest Wildfires in California History
NOVEMBER 3, 2020 - The ground shakes and you feel the vibration of four propeller engines approaching. The rumble becomes a deafening roar as the California National Guard C-130 Hercules, only 150 feet above the ground, appears just above the treetops and drops 3,000 gallons of retardant in less than five seconds; thick red liquid coating the pine needles and forest floor … [Read more...]
Blue Angels Conduct Final Flight on Legacy Hornet Aircraft
NOVEMBER 3, 2020 - The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, will conduct a final flight on the F/A-18 A/B/C/D “Legacy” Hornets, Nov. 04 from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST. The final flight of the Legacy Hornets signifies the official transition of the Blue Angels to the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet platform. “We are incredibly honored to have the opportunity to … [Read more...]