JUNE 2, 2025 – The flagship of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group returned to its homeport of Norfolk, Virginia on June 1, following an eight-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of operations. The strike group, which departed for deployment in September 2024, consisted of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64), … [Read more...]
Grassroots Effort Enhances Warfighter Readiness
JUNE 2, 2025 - As the Navy observed Mental Health Awareness Month in May, Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) recognizes a grassroots effort that continues to make a profound difference in the lives of service members and their families: the creation of the Mental Health Roadmap by Dr. Moriah Nissan and other instrumental contributors. A cancer biologist with Memorial … [Read more...]
Cooks Take Part In Veterans Food Festival
JUNE 2, 2025 – Ten New York Army National Guard cooks took part in a Veterans Food Festival held at New York’s South Street Seaport historic area on May 25, 2025, as part of the city’s annual Fleet Week events. The Soldiers, assigned to the 1501st Quartermaster company, a field feeding unit, set up an Army “assault kitchen.” They also got the opportunity to improve their … [Read more...]
Beale AFB’s Role in Forging the Future Force
JUNE 2, 2025 - Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin visited Beale Air Force Base May 28 to witness and highlight how Beale AFB shapes the future force, not only through mission innovation and multi-capable operations, but through the resilience, unity, and mindset of its Airmen. Its members deliver combat power across domains through a wide range of missions, including … [Read more...]
Why a Handgun Safe Matters for Veterans
JUNE 2, 2025 - For many veterans, possessing a firearm is second nature. After years of military duty, firearms may represent security, control, and readiness. However, when military duty ends, the transition back to civilian life frequently presents distinct mental health issues. This makes proper gun ownership more crucial than ever. One essential step toward firearm safety … [Read more...]