NOVEMBER 18, 2025 - Independence-variant littoral combat ship, the future USS Pierre (LCS 38), was commissioned, Nov. 15 at 10 a.m. CST in Panama City, Florida. Pierre will be the 19th and final Independence-variant littoral combat ship (LCS) and the second U.S. Navy ship to bear the name. The Honorable John Phelan, Secretary of the Navy, delivered the commissioning … [Read more...]
xTechOverwatch Showcases Autonomous Capabilities
NOVEMBER 18, 2025 — U.S. Army Transformation and Training Command hosted xTechOverwatch for Unmanned Systems Oct. 27-29, at the Bush Combat Development Center – Innovation Proving Ground (IPG), Bryan, Texas, which provided industry partners and academia the ability to compete for opportunities to continue development integrated within the Army. This invitation-only … [Read more...]
Medics Train for Combat
NOVEMBER 18, 2025 - In front of you is an off-white sheet metal warehouse. It sits along an unassuming road next to a mock village where verdant treetops can just be seen capping each structure. Upon entering the building, you get a handful of classes, some things you already know, some you don't and some you haven't done in years. Soon, you enter a training lane; the cool air … [Read more...]
Soldier Finds His Way Back to the Uniform
NOVEMBER 18, 2025 — Inside the Pentagon’s Hall of Heroes, a place defined by quiet reverence and the names of those who gave everything, Capt. Mark Bashaw raised his right hand and returned to active duty under the Army’s reinstatement initiative. “It was incredibly humbling,” Bashaw said. “To be promoted here, in a room honoring those who sacrificed so much, is an absolute … [Read more...]
Airpower On Display at Dubai
NOVEMBER 18, 2025 - The Dubai Airshow 2025 roared to life this week as American air power took a leading role, captivating attendees with aerial demonstrations featuring the venerable B-52 Stratofortress, the cutting-edge F-35 Lightning II, the versatile F-16 Fighting Falcon and the capable U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon. The displays highlighted the United States’ commitment to … [Read more...]