MAY 22, 2023 — As the world’s militaries modernize and upgrade their capabilities in multiple domains, Army Future Command’s top leader said that U.S. forces must continually adapt to keep pace with constant change. Speaking during the 2023 Land Forces Pacific Symposium May 18, Gen. Jim Rainey, AFC commander, said the Army and partner land forces face a pivotal time in … [Read more...]
Fort Polk to be Renamed Fort Johnson
MAY 19, 2023 - Fort Polk in Louisiana will be renamed for New York National Guard Sgt. Henry Johnson, a World War I hero, during a June 13 ceremony at the post. The Army installation named for Confederate Gen. Leonidas K. Polk, a resident of New Orleans who was killed in combat in 1864, will become Fort Johnson. The fort is home to the Joint Readiness Training Center and the … [Read more...]
Now is the Time For Greater Collaboration in the Pacific
MAY 19, 2023 — While calling on partner nations in the Indo-Pacific region to bolster land power together, U.S. Army Pacific Command’s top leader announced the standup of a joint logistics command that will participate at Australia’s Exercise Talisman Saber in July. The command, led by 8th Theater Sustainment Command’s leader Maj. Gen. Jered Helwig, will be closely aligned … [Read more...]
‘Blackhorse’ Rides Again at Presidio of Monterey
MAY 18, 2023 – When the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment “Blackhorse” Horse Detachment visits the Presidio of Monterey, it’s like two longstanding friends getting together for a reunion. The 11th Cavalry Regiment was stationed at the Presidio from 1919 to 1940, and on Sept. 14, 1924, their shared histories became further united. That was the day lighting struck a 55,000-barrel … [Read more...]
Army Training and Doctrine Command 50th Anniversary Series
MAY 17, 2023 - U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command’s 50th anniversary is July 1, 2023. In celebration, the TRADOC Communication Directorate in collaboration with the TRADOC Military History and Heritage Office, is sharing an article series highlighting key moments in TRADOC’s history to include the evolution of training, AirLand Battle, and gender integration. One of the … [Read more...]