Volunteers hand out donations to Afghan guests Sept. 14, 2021, at Camp Atterbury, Ind. Task Force Atterbury, consisting of active-duty and National Guard service members, provide housing, medical, logistics, and transportation for the Afghan evacuees. The Army is seeking civilian employees to work as linguists and cultural advisors to serve a period of up to 120 days at … [Read more...]
Special Operations Snipers Test New Modular Precision Rifle
A Sniper conducts post-drop live-fire test trials of the MK-22 Precision Sniper Rifle (PSR) at Range 61, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. (Photo Credit: Mr. James Finney, Audio Visual Production Specialist, Base and Test Support Services contractor) SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 — Operational testing of the Army’s newest generation sniper system — the MK-22 Precision Sniper Rifle (PSR) — … [Read more...]
Guard Teams Up With Active Duty, Reserve to Support Afghans
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 – Since August 2021, Afghan evacuees have been arriving at several U.S. military installations across the country. These secure locations are an entry point for Afghans and their families who supported the U.S. Government. Since the end of August, more than 50 members from the Evergreen State have been supporting Task Force Liberty and working side-by-side … [Read more...]
Soldiers Navigate With New Tactical Vehicle
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 - The Army has been rolling out its new tactical vehicle for some months now, and Soldiers are learning how to safely operate it at Fort McCoy. “This is OPNET — operator new equipment training. We teach the students the characteristics and the capabilities of the JLTV (Joint Light Tactical Vehicle) and teach them how to operate it safely,” said Sgt. 1st … [Read more...]
Evolution of Women in the Military Leads Conference Discussion
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 - The U.S. Military Academy hosted its 18th annual Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Conference Sept. 9 at various locations on West Point. This year’s conference focused on “Developing Inclusive Leaders for Future Readiness.” The morning conference session consisted of a professional panel discussion that celebrated the evolution of women in the … [Read more...]