NOVEMBER 12, 2020 - The National Museum of the United States Army officially opened today at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. It is the first museum to tell the entire story of the Army, which has existed since June 14, 1775 — even before the existence of the United States itself. The Army "has been a force for profound good in our world," said Acting Defense Secretary Christopher C. … [Read more...]

NOVEMBER 12, 2020 - A panel comprised of military leaders and civilians is scheduled to place Soldiers in the hot seat as they evaluate their original ideas during a new competition later this month. The XVIII Airborne Corps developed the competition, called the “Dragon’s Lair,” to encourage creative thinking across its ranks that may benefit units in the corps. Ideas … [Read more...]

NOVEMBER 10, 2020 - On a wet, rainy day at the Sikorsky Development Flight Center in West Palm Beach, Fla., the Army’s 40th Chief of Staff, Gen. James C. McConville, stood on the flight line as the Sikorsky-Boeing Joint Multi-Role Technology Demonstrator (JMR-TD) prepared for a flight demonstration. Officials worried the weather would keep the SB-1 Defiant grounded but as if on … [Read more...]

NOVEMBER 6, 2020 - In front of a host nation's historical landmark, two 42nd Infantry Division Soldiers stand side-by-side, showcasing their devotion to their community, state and nation. In front of the Kuwait Martyr's Museum, U.S. Army Staff Sgt. A. Jared Forst and U.S. Army Sgt. Becca Meerwarth administered their oath of service as they re-enlisted in the New York Army … [Read more...]

NOVEMBER 5, 2020 - “Everyone in the battalion knows I’m the fitness guy — it’s a running joke that I need to open my own gym.” A few months ago, Capt. Jeffrey Ferrel, executive officer for Company D, 1st Battalion, 48th Infantry Regiment, decided to use his personal interest in kinesiology — the study of the mechanics of body movements — to benefit the trainees in his … [Read more...]