SHINDAND AIR BASE, Afghanistan (12/2/13) - Army National Guard aviation units are bringing a new level of experience to Task Force Nightmare, which makes up the Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Infantry Division here, said the task force commander. "The amount of experience within these two companies is incredible," said Army Lt. Col Fred Dufault commander of TF Nightmare. "The … [Read more...]

WASHINGTON (11/21/13) - The most effective way to support people affected by disasters, including Typhoon Yolanda/Haiyan in the Philippines, is to provide monetary donations to relief and charitable organizations working directly with affected populations. Even very small cash donations make a significant difference, thanks to relief and charitable organizations' bulk … [Read more...]

KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, Afghanistan (11/13/13) - Gen. Frank Grass, chief of the National Guard Bureau, visited Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, Nov. 7, 2013, during an overseas trip to meet with deployed Guard members and Regional Command (South) leadership. During the visit, Grass, who is the highest-ranking officer in the National Guard and a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, … [Read more...]

WASHINGTON (11/12/13) - With the holidays coming up fast, now is the time to consider mailing early, especially to loved ones overseas, said Peter Graeve, a retired Soldier who is now with the Military Postal Service Agency. Despite the popularity of sending cards via the Internet and chatting on social media, Soldiers really like to receive something they can put in their … [Read more...]

WASHINGTON (11/4/13) - Victims of sexual assault now have the option to have legal representation following the attack. During criminal proceedings in a courtroom, the defendant has a lawyer. The prosecutor represents the state. But the victims of sexual assault have historically not had the benefit of a state-provided advocate as they are interviewed, as they testify on the … [Read more...]