Commentary by Col. Jim Dryjanski National War College 7/19/2012 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- The greatest threat to the United States Air Force right now is not external. It is from within. The allegations of sexual misconduct at Lackland Air Force Base splashed across the news will undoubtedly be fully investigated and criminal behavior will be prosecuted appropriately. The … [Read more...]
Job Application Changes Focus on Sea Duty Manning
MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) -- The Navy announced changes to their enlisted distribution system in Career Management System Interactive Detailing (CMS/ID) in a message released July 26. CMS/ID is the interactive system that Sailors use to apply and negotiate for orders. These changes to CMS/ID are part of the Navy's coordinated effort to aggressively address gaps at sea and place … [Read more...]
Marine Boxer Hopes His Unique Style Will Garner Olympic Gold
July 26, 2012 By Gary Sheftick LONDON -- After leading the U.S. boxing team in warm-ups Thursday, Marine Corps Sgt. Jamel Herring demonstrated the unique style and speed that may earn him an Olympic medal. "I'm definitely an underdog here," said Herring, a light welterweight who surprised several opponents at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials with quick footwork and his ability … [Read more...]
Food Service Specialists Work Hard to Feed Their Brothers, Sisters in Arms
7/24/2012 By Cpl. John Robbart III , 15th MEU USS PELELIU -- The blue-green team mindset is a part of every section aboard the Iron Nickel. The cooks on the ship are no exception, as they put in long hours, day in and day out, to ensure their Marines and sailors are properly fed. Preparing food may not be their favorite part of their job, but taking care of the … [Read more...]
Olympic Fever: ‘Let’s Move’ Encourages Fans to Meet up July 28
July 26, 2012 By Installation Management Command SAN ANTONIO (July 26, 2012) -- The White House and the Army want Americans to show their support to the U.S. Olympic Team by organizing or supporting an Olympic meetup.com event near them, July 28. Soldiers and family members are encouraged to take pictures of their participation or make video shoutouts to the U.S. Olympic … [Read more...]