SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 – With one year left in her enlistment contract in the U.S. Army, Sgt. Alexis Banks had to decide what to do with the rest of her career. She could change jobs or move to a new duty station. But in the back of her mind was a third option— joining the U.S. Marine Corps. Growing up, Alexis always admired service members and the stories they told, the places … [Read more...]
Joint Initiative Enhances ROK-US Interoperability
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 – Recently, a joint contingent of senior noncommissioned Officers from the U.S. Armed Forces, the Republic of Korea Army and the New Zealand Defence Force embarked on a two-week battlefield circulation initiative, in conjunction with Ulchi Freedom Shield, a larger peninsula-wide joint training exercise. The primary aim of this endeavor was to deepen bonds … [Read more...]
Army Issues 12 Projects in Disadvantaged Communities
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 — The responsibility of taking care of her disabled mother, tending to livestock and the fear of the constant flooding that may arrive with the next monsoon season weighs heavily on Brittanny Taylor, a Navajo Nation Birdsprings Chapter resident. “Flooding in the last few years has been catastrophic for us,” Taylor said. “This past spring thaw, we got hit 13 … [Read more...]
Army Best Observer, Controller/Trainers Announced
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 — In a U.S. Army first, 28 of the best Observer Controller/Trainers from across the globe showcased their skills in the sweltering Georgia heat during the John J. Pershing Best OC/T Competition Aug. 27-29, 2024. “OC/Ts bring a unique skill set to the Army,” said Maj. Gen. Mark Landes, commanding general, First Army. “A good OC/T is an experienced leader and … [Read more...]
Harding Fellowship Application Window Open
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 — The Maj. Gen. Edwin “Forrest” Harding Fellowship is now accepting applications for the second group of fellows in one of the Army’s newest broadening opportunity programs. The deadline for applications is Sept. 10, 2024. Selected Fellows will start graduate school in Kansas in May 2025 and then report to their respective Center of Excellence in the summer … [Read more...]