OCTOBER 19, 2017, Fort Knox, KY - The Army launched its Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance Online Enrollment System, or SOES, Oct. 1, providing a one-stop shop for SGLI coverage. “So far enrollment numbers have just about been on track to what we projected,” said Lt. Col. Stacie Hatten, U.S. Army Human Resources Command Casualty and Mortuary Affairs branch chief. “As of … [Read more...]
The Top 5 Helicopters of The United States Army
SEPTEMBER 29, 2017, By Leslie Wyman - Since the invention of the helicopter, the vehicle has been a staple in the vast arsenals of armies around the world. Known as versatile vehicles, Helicopters or choppers are fast and agile machines that can fulfill a multitude of tasks. Such functions include assault, personnel and equipment transport, surveillance, and even rescue and … [Read more...]
Army Scientists Discover Power in Urine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2017, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD - Scientists at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory observed an unexpected result when combining urine with a newly engineered nano-powder based on aluminum. It instantly releases hydrogen from the urine at much higher rate than with ordinary water. The research team announced earlier this summer that a nano-galvanic … [Read more...]
Join The Team That Makes A Difference
What's next? You've graduated from high school or college. It's time to build a strong foundation for whatever you want to do in life. The Army and the Army Reserve offer a range of options and opportunities to gain skills and experience while earning a paycheck. You may also qualify for enlistment and education incentives. Army benefits include: Up to a $40,000 … [Read more...]
U.S. Army Successfully Fires Miniature Hit-to-Kill Missile from New Interceptor Launch Platform
APRIL 8, 2016, WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, N.M. - The U.S. Army successfully fired a Miniature Hit-to-Kill missile from its newest launch platform , April 4, 2016. The missile successfully fired as part of an Engineering Demonstration of the Indirect Fire Protection Capability Increment 2-Intercept. The system features a first-of-its-kind Multi-Mission Launcher, which is … [Read more...]