AUGUST 12, 2025 - The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor is the official emblem of the United States Marine Corps. However, its roots can be traced all the way back to as far as 1804, with uniforms of Marines being adorned with brass eagles on square plates. During the War of 1812, this early emblem morphed into an octagonal brass plate embossed with an eagle, an anchor, drums, and … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2025
Navy Tests Multiple Types of Drones
AUGUST 12, 2025 - The roar from cutting-edge drone technology filled the sky above the Naval Postgraduate School’s (NPS) latest Joint Interagency Field Experimentation (JIFX) event in May at Camp Roberts in central California. Over a hundred flights tested new drones, artificial intelligence (AI), combat operations, swarms, countermeasures, sensors, navigation, communications, … [Read more...]
Space Force Offers Part-Time Positions
AUGUST 12, 2025 — U.S. Space Force and Air Force Reserve senior leaders held a town hall for members of the 310th Space Wing on the service’s new part-time personnel model, which will not mirror traditional Reserve structures, at the Peterson Space Force Base Event Center, Aug. 2. Unlike other military branches with Reserve components, the U.S. Space Force is a … [Read more...]
National Guard Mobilizes to Restore Safety in D.C.
AUGUST 12, 2025 - President Donald J. Trump declared a crime emergency in the nation's capital yesterday and vowed to make its streets safe again for both residents and visitors. "Washington, D.C., should be one of the safest, cleanest and most beautiful cities anywhere in the world, and we're going to make it that," Trump said during a press conference at the White House. … [Read more...]
Army Supports Educational Activities in Kenya
AUGUST 12, 2025 – U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) Civil Affairs Team (CAT) Kenya conducted civil reconnaissance and engagements as part of ongoing efforts to enhance educational infrastructure and promote long-term stability in Lamu County at Bora Imani Primary School near Camp Simba, Kenya, July 11. Four Soldiers comprise CAT Kenya: U.S. Army Capt. … [Read more...]