AUGUST 9, 2023 — The Army is celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Future Soldier Preparatory Course on August 8, 2023, a pilot program intended to help America’s youth overcome academic and physical fitness barriers to service and meet or exceed the Army’s accession standards. The Army launched this innovative new program in response to the most challenging recruiting … [Read more...]
Exchange Service, Army to Launch Soldier For Life Apparel
AUGUST 8, 2023 – Soldiers For Life can now wear their service with pride with official U.S. Army apparel coming soon to Army & Air Force Exchange Service PXs. This month, 30 PXs in the United States, Europe and the Pacific will offer polos, T-shirts and caps sporting the Army’s Soldier For Life logo. The apparel will also be available at ShopMyExchange.com. “About 75% … [Read more...]
Austin Praises Outgoing Army Chief of Staff
AUGUST 7, 2023 - Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on Friday praised the stewardship of Gen. James C. McConville as he relinquished his duties as Army chief of staff. Austin also marked the transfer of responsibility of the sergeant major of the Army from Michael A. Grinston to Michael R. Weimer. Gen. Randy A. George has been nominated to serve as acting Army chief … [Read more...]
Army Streamlines PCS Moves with New Apps
AUGUST 4, 2023 — The Army is harnessing the power of technology to simplify the Permanent Change of Station (PCS) process for service members and their families. The Army has developed two key apps, MY Army PCS Move and Digital Garrison, to provide comprehensive, interactive information and resources. Digital GarrisonThe Digital Garrison app, a joint venture between the … [Read more...]
August is Antiterrorism Month
AUGUST 2, 2023 - August is Antiterrorism Awareness Month, an annual observance to recognize risks associated with terrorist threats and an opportunity to provide education to our community in order to increase awareness and vigilance. Terrorism in Europe is an enduring threat, but we can do something that terrorist fear – report their suspicious activities. Of the 28 … [Read more...]