May 14, 2012 By Karen Parrish American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON – As Congress marks up the military budget, the nation’s defense leaders said today they stand ready to work with lawmakers to maintain the balance they built into their budget proposal. Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta and Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, … [Read more...]
Military Spouse Appreciation Day Recognizes Sacrifices
May 11, 2012 By Pfc. Victoria Fairchild, Combat Correspondent, Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow BARSTOW, Calif. — "On Military Spouse Appreciation Day, we have an opportunity to not only honor the husbands and wives of our service members, but also thank them by actively expressing our gratitude in both word and deed," said First Lady Michelle Obama, May 5, 2011 … [Read more...]
5 Things No One Ever Told Me About Homecoming
MSM Editor - Melissa Rayworth at www.baseguide.com by Erin Whitehead, Marine Corps spouse We all love seeing the videos of a surprise homecoming on You Tube. Our eyes fill with tears when we watch those shows featuring service members being welcomed home by their loved ones. And who could resist a picture of a dad in uniform holding his baby for the very first time? But those … [Read more...]
Taliban on Their Heels
May 7, 2012 By Jim Garamone WASHINGTON (American Forces Press Service) – Coalition and Afghan forces have reversed the Taliban’s momentum and will continue to build on that success, a senior Pentagon spokesman said today. “The Taliban’s momentum has not only been thwarted, it’s been thrust back,” Navy Capt. John Kirby told reporters. … [Read more...]
CNP Talks SAAM with Sailors, Marines
May 2, 2012 By Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joan E. Jennings SAN DIEGO (NNS) -- Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) held an all hands call at Naval Base Coronado, April 26, to speak about Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) and the 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiatives and goals. SAAM is observed in the United States throughout the month of April and is dedicated … [Read more...]