September 4, 2012 By Sgt. Christopher Johnston Soldiers currently deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait, are enduring long hours of training in harsh weather conditions and maintaining readiness for any situation their country needs them. Although the physical exertion and physical strength of a Soldier is clearly seen, spiritual strength is not as easily observed. Soldiers of … [Read more...]
Attacking Symptoms
Commentary by Capt. Scott Taylor Air Force Legal Operations Agency 8/26/2012 - VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. (AFNS) -- As an area defense counsel in the Air Force, it is my job to represent Airmen who get in legal or administrative trouble, and I love my job. I have spent the majority of my legal career as an attorney representing people in trouble, both as a civilian … [Read more...]
Dempsey Honors Legacy of Paralympics
By Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr. American Forces Press Service LONDON, Aug. 30, 2012 – The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff today honored the legacy of the U.S. Paralympics and expressed his gratitude to the supporters of wounded warriors and disabled veterans. The venue was Great Britain’s historic Hospital Club, which became a facility for … [Read more...]
World War II Vet Awarded Distinguished Flying Cross
By Staff Sgt. Clinton Atkins Air Education and Training Command Public Affairs 8/29/2012 - JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- Family, friends, senior leaders and pilots gathered Aug. 24 to honor a World War II B-17 Flying Fortress pilot during an award ceremony at Randolph's famed Taj Mahal where he was award the Distinguished Flying Cross medal. Second Lt. Samuel … [Read more...]
Army-Wide Suicide “Stand Down,” Scheduled for Sept. 27
August 28, 2012 By David Vergun WASHINGTON (Army News Service) -- Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Lloyd J. Austin III ordered an Army-wide suicide "stand down," scheduled for Sept. 27, as a way to empower leadership to prevent further loss of life due to suicide. The stand down is meant to familiarize all members of the Army family with the health promotion, risk … [Read more...]