JUNE 18, 2024 - In a historic first, students from the Space Test Course at the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School successfully operated a satellite in space from Edwards Air Force Base, May 20. Previous classes have coordinated with commercial space providers to acquire satellite imagery to support multi-domain testing, dictating desired imagery and pass schedules, albeit … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2024
A Legacy of Victory and Honor
JUNE 18, 2024 - The 1st Infantry Division and Fort Riley held a Victory with Honors ceremony at Victory Hall on Fort Riley, KS, to bid farewell to two distinguished members of the 1st Infantry Division on the Army’s birthday, June 14, 2024. The ceremony honored 1ID Deputy Commanding General - Support, U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Niave F. Knell, as well as 1ID Chief of Staff, Col. … [Read more...]
Iran-Backed Houthis Threatens Regional Stability
JUNE 18, 2024 - The continued reckless behavior by Iran-backed Houthis threatens regional stability and endangers the lives of mariners across the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, said Sabrina Singh, deputy Pentagon press secretary, during a news conference today. The Houthis claim to be acting on behalf of Palestinians in Gaza, and yet, they're threatening the lives of those who … [Read more...]
Navy Rescues Crew from Vessel Struck by Houthis
JUNE 17, 2024 – Sailors assigned to the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKECSG) airlifted the crew of a merchant vessel attacked by Iranian-backed Houthis in the Red Sea, June 15. The Liberian-flagged, Greek-owned bulk cargo carrier M/V Tutor was struck by an Iranian-back Houthi uncrewed surface vessel (USV) while sailing in the international waters of the … [Read more...]
Guard, Army, FEMA Train for Hurricane Response
U.S. Army North stages a practice hurricane response during the 2024 Hurricane Rehearsal of Concept drill at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, June 4. The Hurricane ROC Drill prepares ARNORTH and other federal agencies counter such disasters and safeguard American citizens. (U.S. Army photo by Christopher Grissett). JUNE 17, 2024 – More than 150 military and civilian partners … [Read more...]