May 4, 2012 By Cpl. Timothy Lenzo , 1st Marine Division TREK NAWA, Afghanistan — Many children beg their parents for a dog. The floppy ears and wagging tail seems to attract children to man’s best friend. But many parents know that caring for a dog means a lot of responsibility, training and effort. Dog handlers in the Marine Corps not only shoulder those same … [Read more...]
Techniques Help Archers Garner Silver
May 4, 2012 By Cody T. Starken COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Army News Service) -- The techniques of retired Staff Sgt. Jesse White and other Army archers helped them earn four silver medals May 2 in the 2012 Warrior Games at the Air Force Academy here. "I literally have a sequence of about 20 things I do every time I settle in for the shot. It's to make sure my body and mind is … [Read more...]
It takes Airmen from Every Specialty to Get the Job Done
May 4, 2012 by Lt. Gen. David Goldfein Commander, U.S. Air Forces Central Command Recently, two of our U.S. Air Forces Central Command Airmen were criticized online by other Airmen for receiving Bronze Star decorations after completion of their deployments to Afghanistan. I’d like to take this opportunity to explain the rigorous awards board process and emphasize the … [Read more...]
First Lady Kicks Off 2012 Warrior Games
May 1, 2012 By Sgt. Aaron Hostutler, Headquarters Marine Corps COLORODO SPRINGS, Colo. — The U.S. Olympic Committee and Department of Defense held its opening ceremony today for the 2012 Warrior Games at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo. More than 200 wounded, ill or injured service members from the Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and … [Read more...]
DVD for Military, Sparking Movement to Foster Mental and Emotional
May, 1 2012 BOULDER CREEK, CALIF. – Military service members, veterans and their families are on the Institute of HeartMath’s front line in May as the research and education organization launches a new DVD and campaign to distribute free resources fostering mental and emotional wellbeing for the unique stressors endured by the military. The HeartMath® … [Read more...]