JUNE 5, 2025 - Senior leaders from each military branch spoke about changing battlefield technology and their service's current transformation efforts during the AI+ Expo in Washington this week. The recent Ukrainian attacks on Russian air bases are prime examples of how rapidly technology is changing the battlefield, said Army Gen. Randy A. George, Army chief of … [Read more...]
Air Force Demonstrates Smaller QUICKSINK Munition
JUNE 4, 2025 - In a demonstration of enhanced maritime lethality, the Air Force tested a new, more versatile variant of the QUICKSINK maritime weapon, increasing aircraft lethality by expanding its targeting reach. QUICKSINK is a low-cost method for neutralizing surface vessels using a modified, air-delivered munition. A 500-pound variant of the anti-ship weapon was delivered … [Read more...]
Leaders Thank Military Caregivers
JUNE 4, 2025 - The support military caregivers provide others is often assumed and frequently goes without thanks, but those gathered recently in the USO on Naval Support Activity Bethesda, home to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, paused to recognize the selfless service and care they render. The Soldier Recovery Brigade-National Capital Region (SRB-NCR), … [Read more...]
Fort Detrick Celebrates 250th Army Birthday
JUNE 4, 2025 - Fort Detrick will commemorate the U.S. Army’s 250th Birthday with a series of special celebrations honoring the Army’s legacy of service and sacrifice. These events will take place throughout June, offering Soldiers, families, and the local community an opportunity to reflect on the Army’s rich history and enduring traditions. The festivities began with an … [Read more...]
Walter Reed Starts Construction on New Complex
JUNE 4, 2025 - Following the official opening of the Roosevelt Pavilion on June 3 at Walter Reed, the military’s premier medical center is embarking on the next major milestone in its modernization plan -- the start of construction of the Medical Center Additions and Alterations (MCAA) North complex. Construction begins in June on MCAA North with the initial phase including … [Read more...]