July 17, 2012 Britain's Defense Secretary Philip Hammond is outlining a major restructuring of the country's armed forces as the military prepares to lose 20,000 soldiers. The U.K. army is shrinking from 102,000 troops to 82,000 and losing 17 major units by the end of the decade. This smaller force has been dubbed "Army 2020." Under the new plans, the reduction in the … [Read more...]
Partnering with Education Important to Army
July 16, 2012 By Julia Bobick FORT KNOX, Ky. (U.S. Army Recruiting Command) -- Recruiting Command's deputy commanding general is passionate about sharing the Army's commitment to education and helping young people succeed not only in school, but also in life. That passion is the reason Brig. Gen. Henry L. Huntley was asked to speak to Kentucky principals about the challenges … [Read more...]
U.S. Basketball Teams Wow Service Members, Families
July 16, 2012 By Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr. WASHINGTON (American Forces Press Service) – The men’s and women’s U.S. national basketball teams, which are preparing for the upcoming Olympics in London, put on a show for service members, their families, and other fans at the District of Columbia National Guard Armory here yesterday. The … [Read more...]
Flying Space A
July 2012 CORPS CONNECTIONS, FEATURES By Kristine Schellhaas Editor’s Note: Kristine Schellhaas is a Marine wife and writer for her blog “USMC Life”, an opinion based website which provides an overview of every major Marine Corps base focusing on providing specific base information, military housing and photos, schools, youth programs and sports, … [Read more...]
Making the Change from Active to Reserve
July 13, 2012 CORPS CONNECTIONS, FEATURES By Cpl. Christofer Baines The Marine Corps sears an indelible mark upon the hearts and minds of Marines, so leaving the Corps can be bittersweet. But, even while pursuing jobs in the civilian world, Marines don’t have to part ways with the honor, courage and commitment that made the Corps an important part of their … [Read more...]