MARCH 23, 2016, WASHINGTON (AFNS) - A U.S. Airman from Joint Force Command Brunssum in the Netherlands and members of the Airman’s family were injured in an attack at the Brussels airport March 22, Air Force officials confirmed. "We are saddened by today's attacks and extend our sincere condolences to the victims and families of those impacted," said Air Force Secretary … [Read more...]
‘Big 8’ initiative, Army Operating Concept Will Build the Future Army
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (March 23, 2016) - Gen. David G. Perkins, commanding general of U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, discussed TRADOC's perspectives on "Big 8" initiatives and how the Army Operating Concept will build the future Army during the 2016 Association of the United States Army's Global Force Symposium at the Van Braun Center, March 17. "As the Army looks to … [Read more...]
Intelligence Marines Mold Future of Marine Corps
MARCH 23, 2016, STAFFORD, Virginia - Intelligence Marines from throughout the Marine Corps presented software they created to leaders of the Marine Corps Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance Enterprise accelerator program in Stafford, Virginia, March 4, 2016. The accelerator program is a 12-week course that brings Marines back into the development process of the gear … [Read more...]
Zika Virus and You
FORT BENNING, Ga., (March 23 2016) - There is an ongoing outbreak of a mosquito borne viral illness called Zika in South America, the Caribbean and Central America, including the U.S. territories of the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. This illness is most commonly characterized by rash, conjunctivitis, fever and joint pain, and has been associated with Guillain-Barré … [Read more...]
Phoenix Navy Week Begins at Arizona Science Center
MARCH 23, 2016, PHOENIX (NNS) - Phoenix Navy Week began March 21 with an opening ceremony and remarks at the Arizona Science Center. "We've been looking forward to this week so we can show you what we do in the Navy," Rear Adm. Yancy B. Lindsey, commandant, Naval District Washington, D.C., and a native of Phoenix, said in his opening remarks. According to Linsey, Navy … [Read more...]