By C. Todd Lopez Army News Service WASHINGTON, Nov. 3, 2011 – Hundreds of former soldiers wearing blue and red caps bearing the names of their World War II units walked, shuffled or were wheeled into the Capitol Visitors Center here yesterday to witness the presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal awarded for their bravery and contribution to country more than 66 years … [Read more...]
Former Soldier, Recruiter Pleads Guilty in Fraud to Obtain Recruiting Bonuses
WASHINGTON - A former soldier who also served as a civilian contract recruiter pleaded guilty today to conspiracy to obtain approximately $164,000 in fraudulent recruiting bonuses from various U.S. military components and their contractor, announced Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division. Christopher Castro, 30, of San … [Read more...]
Veteran’s Day, 2011
Office of the Press Secretary Veterans Day, 2011 Proclamation Today, our Nation comes together to honor our veterans and commemorate the legacy of profound service and sacrifice they have upheld in pursuit of a more perfect Union. Through their steadfast defense of America's ideals, our service members have ensured our country still stands strong, our founding principles … [Read more...]
Critical Steps to Applying for Federal Jobs
Department of Navy Office of Civilian Human Resources The Navy Office of Civilian Human Resources reminds Sailors considering post-Navy career options that those interested in continuing to serve in a civilian capacity should begin preparing for that transition as soon as possible. There are hundreds of different occupations for civilians with the Department of the Navy (DON) … [Read more...]
Marines Begin Celebrating Corps’ 236th Birthday
11/3/2011 By Lance Cpl. Erik S. Brooks Jr. CAMP HANSEN, OKINAWA, Japan - The trumpets sounded and the drums beat as the Marines slowly marched to center stage. The colors were staged and the band sounded for the cake detail to bring forth the masterpiece, a birthday cake marking the Marine Corps' 236th birthday. In keeping with tradition, the unit’s commanding officer cut … [Read more...]