DECEMBER 5, 2024 - The U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit's (USAMU) Instructor Training Group trained Hawaii-based Soldiers on the fielding of the Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) system, representing a major shift in how Soldiers are trained for modern combat, Nov. 7-22, 2024 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. The training, led by the USAMU, has introduced Soldiers to the advanced … [Read more...]
Army Joins 80th Liberation Celebrations in Saint-Avold
DECEMBER 5, 2024 — The streets of Saint-Avold, a town steeped in history, came alive in late November, as residents, dignitaries and Soldiers gathered to commemorate the 80th anniversary of its liberation during World War II. U.S. Army Central, once known as Third Army, played a pivotal role in those historic events, underscoring the enduring ties between the United States and … [Read more...]
Meet the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft
DECEMBER 4, 2024 - The Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft, or FLRAA, will dramatically impact the reach of Army Air Assault and how combat casualties are moved off the battlefield and protected. The FLRAA is a medium-lift, tilt-rotor aircraft that will augment or replace a portion of the UH-60 Black Hawk fleet. The Army intends for the aircraft to provide combat aviation … [Read more...]
Army Pays Tribute to Heroes
DECEMBER 3, 2024 — As the Army moves closer to its 250th birthday, the service and the Department of Defense took time in 2024 to honor heroes from throughout its storied history. President Joe Biden posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor to Civil War Soldiers Pvt. Philip Gephart Shadrach and Pvt. George Davenport Wilson for their heroism and courage during the Great … [Read more...]
Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
DECEMBER 3, 2024 – Army dependents may be eligible to receive valuable educational benefits under their sponsor’s Post 9/11 GI Bill. These benefits will help reduce the financial burden of college tuition, thereby, opening doors to new career opportunities that support your family's long-term goals. However, the family must be aware that the program has participation rules and … [Read more...]