FORT BLISS, Texas (Aug. 25, 2014) - As Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III spoke to the incoming class of the United States Army Sergeants Major Academy here, he challenged members of Class 65 to look to the future and decide what kind of Army and NCO Corps they want to have. "What do you want your Army to be?" Chandler asked. "As you look toward the future, what … [Read more...]
International Scientists Discuss Soldier Physical Performance
NATICK, Mass. (Aug. 25, 2014) - In an era of downsizing and budget cuts, placing the right Soldiers in the right jobs, keeping them healthy and optimizing their physical performance have never been more important. With that in mind, 325 scientists from around the world gathered in Boston this week for the 2014 3rd International Congress on Soldiers' Physical Performance, or … [Read more...]
Army Warns: Soldiers Beware of Predatory Lenders
WASHINGTON (Army News Service, August 25, 2014) - "Need money fast? Need a new car? No problem! Instant approval for members of the military!" While advertisements for immediate cash and merchandise are appealing, service members can land in hot water if they are not careful. Soldiers, especially junior-enlisted members, are targets for high-interest car loans, or payday … [Read more...]
U.S. Army Officer Competes for One-Way Ticket to Mars
FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (Aug. 20, 2014) - A U.S. Army officer from the 20th CBRNE Command (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives), stationed here, is in the running for a one-way ticket to Mars. The potential Martian colonist is 1st Lt. Heidi Beemer, the decontamination platoon leader for the 63rd Chemical Company, 83rd Chemical Battalion, 48th Chemical Brigade. … [Read more...]
Feedback Welcome On New Performance Triad app
WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Aug, 20, 2014) - Important information and helpful links on sleep, activity and nutrition -- the three components of Performance Triad -- are now available as an app that can be downloaded to any smartphone. While the Performance Triad version 1.0 is useful in its current form, future versions will contain interactive features, according to Lt. … [Read more...]