FORT JACKSON, S.C. (Sept. 21, 2015) -- Whether the drill sergeant is a Reservist or active-duty Soldier makes no difference to a recruit going through basic combat training, or BCT, on Fort Jackson. The barracks still will carry the scent of weapon-cleaning solution and pine oil cleaner, and the training will remain rigorous despite the status of the instructor. "For the … [Read more...]

WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Sept. 18, 2015) -- On Aug. 21, three childhood friends were on a train bound for Paris when they heard a gunshot. Amidst screams and commotion, they quickly focused on a man wielding an AK-47, Defense Secretary Ash Carter said. The secretary thanked Spc. Alek Skarlatos, Airman 1st Class Spencer Stone and Anthony Sadler for their valor during a … [Read more...]

FORT BENNING, Ga., (Sept. 17, 2015) -- One of the top priorities of Fort Benning's leadership is providing Soldiers with opportunities to prepare for life after the military, said Kevin Aker, transition services specialist at Fort Benning's Soldier for Life Center. "Transition is an ongoing process from the moment you take your oath," Aker said. "Whether you are in for three … [Read more...]

FORT KNOX, Ky. (Sept. 16, 2015) -- Professors of military science, Cadet Command Headquarters and brigade staff members were treated to words of advice from Gen. David G. Perkins, commanding general of the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, or TRADOC, Sept. 11, during a portion of the Cadet Command's Mission Command Workshop. While discussing the Army strategy to "Win in … [Read more...]

BALI, Indonesia (Sept. 16, 2015) -- The U.S. and Indonesian armies officially opened the 9th Pacific Armies Chiefs Conference, or PACC IX, today in Bali, Indonesia. PACC IX, co-hosted by U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley and Indonesian army Chief of Staff Gen. Mulyono, assembled 26 army chiefs from Australia, Britain, China, France, Japan, Korea and other … [Read more...]