APRIL 7, 2021 - The Marine Corps is improving many facets of maternity uniforms to meet the needs of all Marines. In April, Marine Corps Systems Command will begin releasing a series of modifications to the service, dress, combat and physical training maternity uniform items to address capability gaps involving fit, comfort and appearance. The efforts include improvements … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2021
U.S. Calling on Russia to Lower Tensions With Ukraine
APRIL 7, 2021 - The United States is calling on Russia to respect the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine and not provoke or increase tensions, said the Pentagon press secretary. John F. Kirby spoke to reporters at the Pentagon today about Ukraine and a number of other places. It's difficult to speak about Russian intent, Kirby said, noting that they have a … [Read more...]
Mark Wahlberg Returns to Exchange’s ‘Chief Chat’
APRIL 6, 2021 - He’s back! Hollywood A-lister and businessman Mark Wahlberg will celebrate the first anniversary of “Chief Chat” with his second appearance on the Army & Air Fore Exchange Service’s military-exclusive Facebook live broadcast. “Chief Chat,” hosted by Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Osby, the Exchange’s senior enlisted advisor, debuted in April 2020 at the … [Read more...]
Air Force Approves R&D Agreement for Silicon Photonics
APRIL 6, 2021 - The Air Force Research Laboratory recently approved a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement between its Nanoelectronic Materials Branch and Iris Light Technologies. The collaboration will be working to develop hybrid silicon lasers. Sometimes called the “holy grail of optoelectronics,” these miniature lasers are part of a broader field of technology … [Read more...]
Oldest Recruit In the History of Parris Island
APRIL 6, 2021 - The average age of a United States Marine Corps recruit is 21 years old. When Paul Douglas enlisted in 1942, he left behind his wife, child, and career and reported to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island at the ripe age of 50. Even though thousands of visitors have walked the halls of the Douglas Visitor Center, very few know the story of the man behind … [Read more...]