JULY 9, 2022 - The U.S. is planning to provide more assistance to Ukraine with another presidential drawdown authority security package valued at $400 million. Included in this latest set of gear and supplies is something the U.S. has previously not sent to Ukraine: 1,000 rounds of 155 mm artillery billed as having greater precision. "This is a new type [of] 155 mm artillery … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2022
DOD Establishes First Learning Agenda for Security
JULY 8, 2022 - The Department of Defense announced today the establishment of the Department’s first Learning and Evaluation Agenda for Partnerships (LEAP) framework. The LEAP framework aligns with Office of Management and Budget standards and best practices for evidence-based policymaking. It identifies the most urgent knowledge gaps in the security cooperation community, … [Read more...]
Soldiers Practice Running Techniques with H2F Program
JULY 8, 2022 - Mike Tribble, a former 10th Mountain Division (LI) Soldier, remembers when his arms would go numb from running. It was due to bad form, but that was not something the Army was correcting during physical training at the time. That has all changed with Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F), and Tribble now serves as a member of the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade’s H2F … [Read more...]
Brig. Gen. Visits the Land Forces Training Center
JULY 8, 2022 - U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Thomas M. Feltey, Armor School Commandant, U.S. Army Maneuver Center of Excellence, visited the Land Forces Training Center at Biedrusko, Poland, July 7, 2022. Feltey visited the training center to observe how Polish armor forces conduct training and operations. “Today was all about our partners and allies,” said Feltey. “We really … [Read more...]
4 More Years For the Corps – Commandant Retention Program
JULY 8, 2022 - Cpl. Mabe recollects on what it takes to be recognized as a top performer within his MOS and gives advice on what Marines should strive to emulate. "Take personal ownership in everything you do. Every task you’re given, always make it yours. Own every decision you make whether it be good or bad. If you do those things you will constantly be improving. … [Read more...]