OCTOBER 8, 2024 - U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Stephanie Simon is no stranger to improvising, adapting and overcoming – the three words paramount for fighting and winning battles. From being the first female Amphibian Assault Officer on the East Coast to debuting as a professional boxer, Simon has thrived in an environment fraught with tests and challenge. “The hardest part of my … [Read more...]
Archives for 2024
Army North Begins Support Efforts to North Carolina
OCTOBER 8, 2024 — At the request of the Federal Emergency Management Agency and in support of North Carolina and the North Carolina National Guard, U.S. Army North has mobilized active-duty Title 10 troops to assist with Hurricane Helene response and recovery efforts. Soldiers, equipment and resources from the 82nd Combat Aviation Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division and 20th … [Read more...]
DoD Announces Health Care Supplement Pilot
OCTOBER 8, 2024 - The Department of Defense (DoD) today announced a one-year pilot program to provide no-cost supplemental health support services to DoD civilian employees serving in Japan after a yearlong effort to identify and address concerns regarding access to medical care. "The Department recognizes the significant contributions of our DoD civilian workforce around … [Read more...]
DoD Reaffirms Commitment to Israel on Anniversery
OCTOBER 8, 2024 - One year since the deadly Hamas terrorist attack, the Defense Department remains committed to helping Israel defend itself, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said today, marking the somber anniversary during a briefing with reporters at the Pentagon. "Today marks the one-year anniversary of Hamas' terrorist attack against Israel, in … [Read more...]
Ships Arrive for San Francisco Fleet Week
OCTOBER 7, 2024 - The America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7); San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Somerset (LPD 25) and the Unmanned Surface Vessel Ranger (OUSV 3) arrived in San Francisco in support of San Francisco Fleet Week 2024. Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen from several ships, squadrons and military units will be in San … [Read more...]