JANUARY 18, 2022 - Whether you served for two years or 20, you need to prepare for life after the military. But like so many others, you might feel a little worried about returning to regular life. In addition to finding a job, you might wonder if you’ll fit in with society. After all, the life of a soldier is far different than being a civilian. If you’re wondering how to … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2022
Edison Grants Empower Air Force Researchers
First Lt. Jeremiah Williams of the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Sensors Directorate is using an Edison Grant to lead experiments with Gallium Oxide, a material that may improve the performance of power switches. The Edison Grant is an initiative to increase the technical proficiency of our Airmen and Guardians by funding highly-focused, military-led, research through small, … [Read more...]
Marines Hone Mental, Moral, and Physical Capabilities
JANUARY 7, 2022 - Each morning during the winter holiday season, before the sun peaked through the mountainous horizon, the air filled with the sounds of Marines trotting along a seaward road during their Marine Corps Martial Arts Program belt advancement course. Combat conditioning is just one of the many pillars of MCMAP. For over 20 years, MCMAP has helped develop each … [Read more...]
Increased Restrictions on the Pentagon Reservation
JANUARY 7, 2022 - Due to the increase in COVID-19 cases and positive test cases in the National Capital Region over the past two weeks, the Pentagon Reservation will move to Health Protection Condition Charlie effective 5 a.m. EST, Monday, Jan. 10, 2022. Both Armed Forces Retirement Home campuses, in Washington, D.C., and Gulfport, Mississippi, will remain at HPCON … [Read more...]
Strengthening Alliance at Center of U.S.-Japan Meeting
JANUARY 7, 2022 - Increased tensions in the Indo-Pacific region and the strengthening of military relations were the topics of discussion when U.S. and Japanese diplomatic and defense leaders met virtually for the 2022 U.S.-Japan Security Consultative Committee Meeting. Participating in the discussion from the U.S. were Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, Secretary of … [Read more...]