WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Oct. 28, 2015) -- "We again and again find that the young people we bring in [to corporate America] from the military, turn out to be very strong associates. They've been tested. They've been trained. They've been through adversity. They've proven themselves," Mark P. Rahiya said. "And we and other organizations throughout the private sector need … [Read more...]
How to Locate an Army Recruiter in Your Area
Beginning your journey into becoming a United States Army soldier can come with lots of questions and emotions. Having someone who knows how to answer your questions and concerns is a vital part in getting ready to join. Recruiters are armed with knowledge to share with you, and luckily, there are hundreds all over the country. Your recruiter is there to give you the … [Read more...]
Buckley First Sergeant’s 720-Mile Run Gains National Attention
BUCKLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. (AFNS) - October 27, 2015 -- (This feature is part of the "Through Airmen's Eyes" series. These stories focus on individual Airmen, highlighting their Air Force story.) A 2nd Space Warning Squadron first sergeant accomplished his goal of running 720 miles in 30 days from Aurora, Colorado, to Abilene, Texas, in order to raise money and awareness … [Read more...]
Navy’s First Hybrid Ship Celebrates Commissioning Anniversary
October 27, 2015 - SAN DIEGO (NNS) -- The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) celebrated her sixth commissioning anniversary, Oct. 24. The ship was formally commissioned in 2009 aboard Naval Air Station North Island. Although Makin Island is the eighth and last Wasp-class amphibious assault ship, she was the first built with gas turbines and an electric drive … [Read more...]
Marines with the 26th MEU Perform Lift at Sunset on Beach
PINHEIRO DA CRUZ, PRAIA DA RAPOSA, Portugal - October 27, 2015 -- U.S. Marine landing support specialists with the Landing Support Detachment, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit and Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 (Reinforced), embarked aboard the USS Arlington (LPD 24), rehearsed sling loading a M105 trailer during a helicopter support team mission at Pinheiro Da Cruz, … [Read more...]