JUNE 27, 2022 — Most people are aware of the terms “shell shock”, or “battle fatigue”, and they invariably conjure up a vision of a Soldier or other military service member who is traumatized by something that occurred in combat. While that is a plausible scenario, today the terms used above are relegated to the history books, as is the idea that trauma only happens to those in … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2022
Air Force Selects Future Aircrew Helmet
JUNE 27, 2022 - The Air Force selected LIFT Airborne Technologies to continue with prototype development of a new helmet for Air Force fixed-wing aircrew. The helmet prototype was chosen after Air Combat Command initiated the search for a next-generation helmet to address issues with long-term neck and back injuries, optimize aircraft technology, improve pilot longevity, and … [Read more...]
Assistance Packages for Ukraine’s Coastal Defense
JUNE 27, 2022 - In the last month, the U.S. pledged more than $1.4 billion in security assistance to Ukraine. Some of that assistance is aimed at helping the Ukrainian military better defend their coast and waterways. On Thursday, the U.S. promised $450 million in security assistance through presidential drawdown authority — the 13th such outlay this year. Included in that … [Read more...]
6 Ways You Can Mentally and Physically Recover After a Serious Injury
JULY 11, 2022 - When you suffer a serious injury, it can be difficult to focus on anything else but your health. You may feel like you are in a fog and have no idea how to move forward. This is completely normal. It is important to take the time to recover both mentally and physically after an injury. In this blog post, we will discuss six ways that you can help yourself heal … [Read more...]
Chris Hardy to be Inducted into Ranger Hall of Fame
JUNE 25, 2022 - Yorktown Systems Group Senior Vice President of Operations Chris Hardy will be inducted into the Ranger Hall of Fame on Wednesday, July 13 at Fort Benning. Hardy served in the U.S. Army for a total of 27 years, with most of those years serving as an Army Ranger in the 75th Ranger Regiment. Hardy entered the Army in January 1986 from Princeton, West Virginia. … [Read more...]