OCTOBER 3, 2024 – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District has released a fact sheet aimed at assisting the public in navigating permitting requirements during the recovery process in the wake of Tropical Storm Helene in East Tennessee. The fact sheet is available here and outlines key information that may be required for various recovery activities. Topics … [Read more...]
Soldiers Aid Helene Victims
OCTOBER 3, 2024 —— "I'd do one of these missions every day if I could," stated Chief Warrant Officer 3 David Bragg, pilot and air-mission commander. On September 29, 2024, just days after Hurricane Helene made landfall, Bragg along with the rest of Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 3rd General Support Aviation Regiment (2-3 GSAB), 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, received a 9-line … [Read more...]
Army Fields Latest Artillery Platform
OCTOBER 3, 2024 — The 1-148th Field Artillery Regiment, Idaho Army National Guard, has upgraded its combat capability with 18 new Paladin M109A7 next-generation artillery systems. The regiment conducted its first live-fire exercises using the long-range guns in September at the Orchard Combat Training Center. The new Bradley Fighting Vehicle chassis-mounted howitzer … [Read more...]
Mobile Field Exchange Opens After Hurricane Helene
OCTOBER 2, 2024 – The Department of Defense’s largest military exchange, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, is moving out to support troops and families at Fort Eisenhower after Hurricane Helene. A mobile field exchange (MFE), a retail store in a 53-foot trailer with snacks, drinks, toiletries and more, opened its doors at Fort Eisenhower within 48 hours after the … [Read more...]
Army Showcases Future Assault Aircraft
OCTOBER 2, 2024 — The U.S. Army’s Future Long Range Assault Aircraft, or FLRAA, is set to deliver a transformational capability for ground forces and aircrews alike. With enhanced speed and improved range, FLRAA accomplishes the mission twice as far and twice as fast, creating multiple dilemmas for the enemy, expanding the depth of the battlefield and extending the reach of air … [Read more...]